The Château history
From the 17th century to today, discover the history of the property.
The Château’s origin
In the 17th century, the estate extended over more than 550 hectares (1300 acres). It belonged to the monks of Saint Jean and housed sheepfolds known as “La Métairie de Caudéran”.
During the 19th century Monsieur Mathieu SEURIN, a shipowner, bought the estate. Around 1870, he built on the property a fine Château, stables, an aviary, and a water tower. When he died in 1890 – under the rule of the Pope Leon XIII – his wife built a chapel, dedicating it to Saint Mathieu in his honour. It was consecrated on July 28th 1987, after seven years of construction. A year and a half later, Emma Seurin died at the age of 56.
Château de Léognan changed owner during these years. Monsieur Jean Marie DUBOS, an important Bordeaux wine merchant from the firm of “DUBOS Frères” became the new owner. He extended the Château with a gallery supported by four columns, created a pond and a deer pen.
The rebirth of the property
During the 19th century, this magnificent property, was widely courted by the bourgeoisie of the arts and letters. The famous writer François Mauriac makes it a place of passage, in his novel “Les Chemins de la Mer” (The Unknown Sea).
At the beginning of the 20th century, the estate was divided up again, giving the setting for the current property. A promising vein of gravel and sand was discovered near the pond, and 6 hectares of vines were planted with the advice and help of the neighbouring Domaine de Chevalier, classified as a Graves Grand Cru.
In 2006, Philippe and Chantal MIECAZE discovered the jewel that this property represents and which corresponded exactly to their dreams. They became owners of the estate in July 2007.
They have completely renovated the château built between the 17th and 19th centuries. Today, Philippe and Chantal are committed to making their wine “Château Léognan” known as one of the best in the Pessac-Léognan appellation.
