Chateau Franc Laporte

Not to be missed in St.Emillion

We ventured out on bikes from the town, and came across this Chateau. It was not on our map from the tourism office, nor mentioned. Most vineyards require a reservation, but a sign read open. We rolle...

Small interesting & very worthwhile

A group of ten friends on a petite tour de France in microlight aircraft, managed to call in here following a recommendation. Micheal the owner welcomed us without fuss or ceremony and spent several h...

Worthwhile for a down to earth visit!

As opposed to large chateaux tours, Michel took us into his life as a St Emilion winemaker. We visited with Frederic of rendezvous au chateau yours (also worthwhile!). Michel made us feel welcome and ...

Authentic Tour With A Great Owner

My partner read about Chateau Franc Laporte online, and thought it would be a great smaller production/authentic winery to visit as opposed to the many grand Chateaus we visited during our stay in St ...

A gem! Special, personable tour! Best single chateau tour/tasting we had on our trip.

Had a hunch this would be a special visit, and it was worth hunting down. Michel Rollet takes you through his family-owned property, shows you the vines, and gives an ample tasting. A retired profes...