HQ Function

Primary site for all vineyard management, winemaking processes (vinification, aging, bottling), estate administration, historical archives, brand management, and hosting pre-arranged tours and tastings.

Notable Features:

The iconic Neoclassical château building (completed 1815, often called 'The Versailles of the Médoc'), extensive underground cellars including a new state-of-the-art winery and research center designed by Lord Norman Foster (completed in 2015), and 262 hectares of land with prime vineyard plots.

Work Culture:

A culture steeped in tradition and the pursuit of excellence, characterized by meticulous attention to detail in both viticulture and vinification, a long-term vision for quality, and deep respect for the unique terroir. There is a blend of historical reverence with modern innovation.

HQ Significance:

The headquarters is not just an administrative center but the historical and productive heart of one of the world's most prestigious wine brands. It is a symbol of French winemaking heritage and a benchmark for quality in the Bordeaux region.

Values Reflected in HQ: Excellence, heritage, innovation within tradition, terroir expression, and a commitment to producing wines of the highest possible quality and longevity.

Location:

Château Margaux wines are distributed globally, reaching fine wine enthusiasts and collectors in key markets across North America, Europe, Asia, and other regions. This global reach is achieved primarily through the established Bordeaux négociant system ('La Place de Bordeaux'). The estate supports its global presence through brand ambassadorship, participation in prestigious wine events, and maintaining relationships with importers and distributors worldwide to ensure the brand's integrity and market position.

Street Address:

Château Margaux

City:

Margaux

State/Province:

Gironde, Nouvelle-Aquitaine

Country:

France