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Château le Bon Pasteur sits on 6 hectares of gravelly clay and sandy gravel soils in Pomerol, one of the most discreet and coveted appellations in all of Bordeaux. Its Merlot-dominated reds carry the imprint of a long family history and an unbroken commitment to quality on the Right Bank.

A château rooted in the history of Pomerol

Château le Bon Pasteur was founded in 1920 by Joseph and Hermine Dupuy, who patiently built the estate on the commune of Pomerol in the Gironde. For decades it remained a quietly respected name on the Right Bank, producing wines that reflected the honest character of its terroir. The decisive turning point came in 1978, when Michel Rolland — who would go on to become one of Bordeaux's most influential consulting oenologists — took charge of the winemaking. Under his direction, the château found a sharper identity: richer, more precise, more consistent across vintages. His tenure shaped the style that collectors and enthusiasts came to associate with the property.

In June 2013, the château changed hands for the first time in nearly a century, acquired by the Goldin Group, led by SuTong Pan and based in Hong Kong. The transaction made history: Goldin became the first Asian investor to acquire a classified Pomerol growth, a milestone that underlined the appellation's growing international standing. The new ownership has maintained the estate's commitment to quality whilst bringing fresh investment and ambition to the property.

Terroir: gravel, clay, and the soul of Pomerol

The 6-hectare vineyard sits on two distinct soil types characteristic of the Pomerol plateau: gravelly clay and gravelly sand. The clay fraction retains moisture during dry summers and provides the natural structure that underpins Pomerol's most celebrated wines, whilst the gravel ensures drainage and warmth. Together, these soils give Château le Bon Pasteur its signature density — a wine that is generous without being heavy, and precise without being austere.

The encépagement is anchored by Merlot at 80%, complemented by Cabernet Franc at 20%. This is a classic Pomerol balance: the Merlot delivers plush fruit, body, and roundness, whilst the Cabernet Franc introduces freshness, structure, and aromatic complexity. The result is a red Bordeaux of considerable depth, capable of rewarding patience in the cellar.

Certification and viticulture

Château le Bon Pasteur holds HVE certification (Haute Valeur Environnementale), France's national environmental quality standard for viticulture. This reflects a genuine commitment to responsible farming practices — managing biodiversity, reducing chemical inputs, and preserving the long-term health of the vineyard. For our customers, it is a meaningful and verifiable marker of the estate's approach to the land.

The wines of Château le Bon Pasteur

The château produces exclusively red wine under the Pomerol appellation. The range we list at Halles Quercamps includes:

• Château le Bon Pasteur — Pomerol (rouge): the grand vin, a Merlot-led blend from the estate's gravelly clay soils, offering dark fruit, silky tannins, and a long, structured finish suited to cellaring.

As a single-appellation, single-colour estate, Château le Bon Pasteur focuses all its energy on one expression of Pomerol — a choice that brings clarity and consistency to every vintage we select.

Why we have selected Château le Bon Pasteur

At Halles Quercamps, we have listed Château le Bon Pasteur for three reasons that matter to us as merchants. First, the consistency of style: from one vintage to the next, the wines deliver what Pomerol promises — depth, generosity, and the unmistakable character of gravelly clay soils. Second, the singular history of the property: from its founding in 1920, through the Rolland years, to its landmark acquisition in 2013, this château carries a story that gives context and meaning to every bottle. Third, the HVE certification, which aligns with our own preference for estates that farm responsibly and transparently.

We recommend these wines to confirmed Bordeaux enthusiasts who appreciate Right Bank richness and structure, and to those building a cellar with bottles that will reward five to fifteen years of ageing. At the table, they are well matched with roasted lamb, duck confit, or a well-aged hard cheese.

Explore the wines of Château le Bon Pasteur

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