Château de Mercuès

Mercuès, France

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A former summer residence of the Count-Bishops of Cahors, and a true haven of peace in Occitanie, Château de Mercuès has presided over the Lot Valley since the 13th century. Its majestic keep and turrets, built on a rocky outcrop, now house guest rooms that offer breathtaking views of the estate's vineyards. No two the same, each space highlights the building's unique character, with stone walls and exposed beams featuring in one direction, and antique tapestries or parquet floors in another. The cuisine, too, celebrates the property’s rich heritage. It tells the story of Occitan terroir through a gourmet, seasonal menu, made with locally sourced, sustainable ingredients. Dishes are designed to pair with the renowned, velvety Malbecs of Château de Mercuès, so emblematic of the Cahors appellation. Walks in the surrounding countryside, wine tastings–and conversations with the winemakers themselves–will transport you to the heart of Malbec art de vivre.

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La Table de Mercuès Restaurant

Chef Clément Costes

Expression of the terroir

In the heart of Château de Mercuès, Chef Clément Costes creates gourmet cuisine that will delight epicureans. His dishes, influenced by the culinary culture of the Southwest, showcase ingredients such as lamb, truffle, saffron and Cahors Malbec wine. In an elegant setting, meals promise a mix of local authenticity and impressive refinement.

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Children welcome and kids menu

Disabled access

Air-conditioned

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Outdoor seating available

Culinary experiences offered by the property

Must experience

Toques & Truffles

Each winter, Château de Mercuès hosts the exceptional gastronomic event 'Toques & Truffes', dedicated to the diamond of Quercy: the black truffle. Created by the Vigouroux family, this festival brings together chefs, winemakers and discerning gourmets around this rare and precious product, complemented by the Vigouroux family's great Malbecs. Guided tastings, food and wine pairings, cooking demonstrations and other delightful culinary moments comprise this inclusive and memorable event, held in the historic setting of a former religious residence.

Dining at the Chef's Table

Share a particularly special moment in the heart of the Château de Mercuès kitchens, around the private table of Chef Clément Costes. This unique dining experience, reserved for five guests, comprises a nine-course menu specially created for the occasion. Each dish reveals the chef's culinary creativity, complemented by a selection of Occitan wines chosen by the head sommelier, led by the estate's great Malbecs.

Brunch at the Château

Every Sunday during the summer, the chateau comes alive with a gourmet buffet brunch. Chef Clément Costes and pastry chef Steven Bott unveil a generous range of savory creations and sweet treats inspired by the surrounding terroir. Estate-produced wines, offered at special prices for the occasion, perfectly complement each bite. Served al fresco in the courtyard or beneath the chateau's stone vaults, this brunch offers an ideal opportunity to savor the beautiful season in a unique setting.