Join a shared human adventure with winemakers at the heart of an exceptional terroir. A unique investment: each year, you'll receive your “rent” in the form of bottles from your vineyard!
First General Assembly of the Capucins
Saturday September 21st, 2024, after a morning of hand-harvesting and a convivial meal, we held our inaugural General Assembly… in a garden-party style.
For winemakers, acquiring a 15‑hectare estate in Lalande de Pomerol is a dream financially out of reach. But for wine lovers, owning a small share of that vineyard can become reality.
From this idea was born the Groupement Foncier Viticole (GFV) Les Premiers Capucins, initiated by Bordeaux winemakers Philippe Carretero and Fabien Guionneau.
The winemakers contributed just over €1 million to finance buildings, equipment, and stock. Their commitment extends beyond finances as they pour their know-how and energy into this estate.
Initially made up of clients and acquaintances, the GFV has already funded over 6 hectares and continues to grow. For each €4,000 share, associates receive an annual “rent” of 12 bottles of Château des
Capucins in the AOC Lalande de Pomerol. For participating wine lovers, it’s the best return: bottles from their own vineyard!
Here, what is original (even exceptional) is the direct contact between the winegrowers and the investors. This is financially beneficial because the GFV acquires the vineyard plots at cost price, without
any commission for an intermediary. It is also much more convivial: the partners get closer to the winegrowers and discover their profession through large gatherings (Open House Days, harvest days) and in
a more intimate way during visits or stays at the Domaine’s guest rooms.
To date, 150 wine enthusiasts have joined this “win–win” project to support the winemakers.