Château Couhins

Château Couhins is an exceptional Cru Classé de Graves wine estate located in the prestigious Pessac-Léognan appellation in the southern part of Bordeaux. What makes this estate truly distinctive is that it is owned by the French National Research Institute for Agriculture, Food and Environment (INRAE)—one of Europe’s leading agricultural research institutions.

Tradition and innovation under one roof

The uniqueness of Château Couhins lies in its ability to harmoniously combine historic winemaking traditions with modern scientific innovation. Extensive research is carried out on soils, grape varieties, plant biology, and the impact of climate change on viticulture. These findings are directly applied in practice—both in the vineyards and throughout the winemaking process.

Sustainability and precision at every step

Vineyard management is based on the principles of precision agriculture, with close monitoring of soil conditions, microclimate, and vine health.

Environmentally responsible practices are implemented, including reduced pesticide use and the encouragement of biodiversity between vine rows.

Harvesting is done by hand to ensure only the highest-quality grapes are selected.