Hilltop Medieval Estate with Biodynamic Vineyard

Exceptional fortified estate on 20 hectares with biodynamic vineyards, beautiful lake and wine facilities. Featuring a renovated medieval home, guest studio, pool and reception space, it combines lifestyle and turnkey wine business potential near Bergerac, producing AOC Monbazillac and Bergerac wines in a remarkable setting.

Located just a few kilometres from Bergerac, in the heart of the vineyards of southwest France, the property benefits from proximity to shops, restaurants and an international airport, while enjoying a peaceful hilltop setting with panoramic countryside views.

Perched on a hilltop and surrounded by over 20 hectares of vineyards, woodland and a private lake, this remarkable medieval fortified property offers a rare opportunity to combine refined living with a fully operational wine estate. The terroir supports the production of organic AOC Monbazillac and Bergerac wines, making it ideal for wine enthusiasts or those seeking a lifestyle business.

Main Residence
The fortified stone house is arranged over three levels, crowned by a roof terrace offering sweeping views across the vineyards, lake and surrounding countryside.

The entrance opens onto a striking medieval spiral staircase connecting all levels, from the vaulted cellar below to the upper floors.

Ground Floor
- Vast living room with high ceilings and original stone fireplace
- Fully equipped kitchen with island, range cooker and dining area
- South-facing terrace
- WC set within a tower
- Independent 50 m² studio apartment with living area, mezzanine, kitchenette and bathroom

First Floor
- Two double bedrooms (one with mezzanine)
- Bathroom with WC
- Impressive master suite (over 47 m²) with high ceilings, double basins and wet-room with WC

Second Floor
- Two large bedrooms, each with balcony
- Shared dressing room
- Shower room with WC

Above, a further landing—ideal as a reading or creative space—leads to the panoramic roof terrace.

Exterior & Leisure
- 12 × 6 m swimming pool with sun terraces
- Landscaped gardens and play areas
- Private lake enhancing both scenery and microclimate

Reception & Business Facilities
Opposite the main house, a beautifully renovated building serves as a tasting and reception venue, featuring:
- Event/reception room with bar and kitchen
- Mezzanine games area
- Accessible WC with shower room
- Office overlooking production areas
- Winemaking Infrastructure

The estate is fully equipped for professional wine production, including:
- Pressing room
- Vinification cellar (approx. 1,060 hl capacity, mainly stainless steel tanks)
- Bottle storage areas
- Underground barrel-aging cellar
- Separate barn for vineyard equipment (included in sale; stock sold separately)

Vineyard & Production
Approximately 14 hectares are under vine:
- 10 ha of white varieties (Sémillon, Sauvignon, Muscadelle)
- 4 ha of red varieties (primarily Merlot with Cabernet Franc)

The limestone-clay terroir, combined with the presence of silica and the lake’s microclimate, contributes to the estate’s distinctive wines. Production includes:
- AOC Bergerac
- AOC Côtes de Bergerac
- AOC Monbazillac
Average yield: approximately 35 hl/ha.

This exceptional property offers a unique blend of history, natural beauty and professional opportunity—perfect as a prestigious private residence, a wine estate or a wine tourism venture in one of France’s most renowned regions.