Medieval cave of the Château La Tour de Marignan

Dating from the 11th century, this wine estate has to oldest cellar in Haute-Savoie. Here, on this exceptional medieval site, you have the opportunity to sample the AOC labelled Vin de Savoie Cru Marignan, which has been made organically for more than 30 years.

Medieval cave of the Château La Tour de Marignan Sciez

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Sciez (74140)
Animals not allowed
  • Wines

The Canelli-Suchet family welcomes you to the ‘Domaine du Château La Tour de Marignan’ and looks forward to sharing their passion for wine with you while you taste some exceptional vintages.

The 11th century vaulted cellar is a beautiful place in which to discover and taste wines. The owners will explain all about the vineyard, illustrated by their vines, which are located just a few metres away. Your visit will end with some wine tasting: The lively ‘Le Marignan’, the oak-aged ‘Le Marignan’, ‘Le Rubis de Boisy’, the traditional ‘La Méthode’, ‘La Chèvre’, etc...

The Domaine has grown its vines organically under the Ecocert accreditation for more than 20 years.
White grape variety (Chasselas) and red grape variety (Pinot noir and Mondeuse).
Bottled at the Château.
Sold direct.

The Domaine is located on the banks of Lake Geneva. The fortified house looks out over the vineyard, was originally monastic. It was sold during the Reformation, when Chablais was occupied by Swiss Calvinists. Production has now been organic since 1993. In this Marignan vineyard, the Chasselas grape reigns supreme!
A whole range of tastes awaits you - from the sophistication of the white wines to the complexity of the barrel-aged reds. A speciality should also be mentioned: ‘La Chêvre’ - bottles of this heavenly Chablais wine are available here.


Description of the appellation : AOC Cru Marignan. Production of white, red and sparkling wines and brandies.

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    Prices

    Free entry.
    Group rate available for > 10 people.

    Free for individuals
    Group rates vary.
    For group excursions, contact the Lake Geneva Tourist Office (04 50 72 80 21) to arrange a visit.

    Methods of payment accepted : American Express, Bank/credit card, Check, Cash

    Reception

    Animals not allowed
    Languages spoken : English, French
    Languages of documentation : French
    Languages visits : English, French
    Languages informatives signs : French

    Number of rooms: 2
    Maximum capacity: 50 people

    Opening

    All year round
    Opening hours on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday between 9 am and 7 pm. On Saturday and Sunday between 10 am and 6 pm.

    Services
    • Educational visits
    • Sales on site
    • Coach access
    • Tourist brochures
    • Tourist information
    • Guided tours
    Equipments
    • Car park
    • Private parking
    • Coach parking
    • Courtyard
    • Separate entrance
    • Toilets
    Activities
    • Product tasting

    Access

    264 route de la Tour de Marignan 74140 Sciez

    • Accessible for wheelchairs with assistance

    More informations

    Information update on 07/11/2023 by Office de Tourisme intercommunal Destination Léman