Sauternes

Built in the twelfth century, the church of Saint-Pierre-ès-Liens is now listed as an historic monument. With a square bell tower and a presbytery at the end of the 16th century, it was completely rebuilt during the 19th century. It mixes with harmony a Romanesque style and a Neo-Gothic style.

Classified as an historic monument, the castle of Yquem unveils buildings of the sixteenth and seventeenth centuries. He is particularly known for the frescoes of his chapel, his chimneys, and the frescoes of the main building. Winemaking area appreciated in the region, it produces a sauternes ranked first superior raw.

While strolling in the village, do not miss to admire the statue of the Virgin on the pediment of the town hall, the wash-house below the church or the beautiful war memorial.

Several wineries still produce large sauternes today and can be discovered during a walk in the region, like the castles of Arche, Filhot, Guiraud, Lamothe Despujols, Lamothe Guignard, and Raymond Lafon.

The town also presents a House Sauternes tracing the history of wine culture in the region.

At the end of May, the town offers its marathon for confirmed runners.

Sauternes Fête le Vin offers to taste some great wines and enjoy several events at the end of May.

In early November are held the open houses of the AOC Sauternes and Barsac.

At the beginning of November, place at the Golden Raisin in Sauternes including hiking and mountain biking and a festive meal.

• On 9 may 2024
• Place de la Mairie
• Come and enjoy a springtime craft and gourmet market in the heart of Sauternes village ! Various exhibitors will be present : horticulturists, designers and craftsmen, historical figurines, garden decorations, plants, etc. - Refreshments and snacks on site. - Entertainment for children : merry-go-round and angling all day long. - Games hosted by Jonathan and Jordan from 2.30 p.m. to 6 p.m. - Don't hesitate to come and discover the various exhibitors.

• From 22 to 23 june 2024
• Place de la Mairie
• Fête de la Musique in "Open Stage" mode - Come and discover the talent of the Sauternes region, young and old, from 6.00 pm. Beware, the evening will be Rock, or even very Rock. - Catering and refreshments on site

• Tours and excursions are offered by the Tourist Office Sauternes Grave Landes Girondines:

• Discovery tour of the vineyard by minibus.
• Prestige Sauternes Day (Yquem, Climens Darroze).
• Key stays in hand.