Château Tessendey

Château Tessendey has been a proud possession of the d’Arfeuille family since 1972. It was during this year that Martine and Paul-Bernard d’Arfeuille launched an extensive restructuring program, completely revitalizing both the vineyards and the winemaking cellars to steadily solidify the estate's reputation. 

The d’Arfeuilles are deeply rooted in the history of Bordeaux wine. Having lived and worked in the Libourne region since the 18th ce...

The vineyards of Château Tessendey are situated on the elevated, rolling hillsides of the Fronsacappellation on the Right Bank of Bordeaux. The property forms a compact, uniform block of land positioned directly around the historic family estate in the commune of Saillans. 

The geological makeup, planting structures, and viticultural management of their vineyards include:

Terroir and Topography: The estate covers roughly 8 to 9 hectares ...

The winemaking process at Château Tessendey focuses on extracting gentle, elegant tannins and preserving the bright, fleshy fruit profile of their Fronsac terroir. Under the guidance of manager Arnaud d’Arfeuille and expert consulting oenologist Thomas Duclos, the winery balances traditional Right Bank vinification with precise modern controls. 

The specific technical methods, fermentation protocols, and wood aging programs used in their ce...