Château Plaisance Pauillac Turpin Frères & Riout 1966
Château Plaisance is a red wine produced by the merchant house Turpin Frères & Riout. Bottled in their own cellars in Bordeaux, this 1966 vintage carries the Appellation Pauillac Contrôlée designation and is presented as a Grand Vin Vieux de Bordeaux. The bottle features the distinctive glass embossing "NE PAS REUTILISER".
The wine originates from Pauillac, situated in the Haut Médoc. This area is recognized as one of the world's most prestigious red wine appellations and serves as a benchmark for Left Bank Bordeaux. The vineyards here are characterized by gravelly soils close to the Gironde estuary, providing ideal conditions for Cabernet Sauvignon-dominated blends. Pauillac is historically significant, housing three of the five First Growth estates from the legendary 1855 classification. The 1966 vintage in this renowned region achieved a score of 90 points and is described as structured and classic.
Located near the Atlantic coast, the broader Bordeaux region has been exporting wine since the Middle Ages. The Left Bank of the Gironde is defined by its gravelly soils where Cabernet Sauvignon thrives, while the Right Bank remains the traditional domain of Merlot and Cabernet Franc.
The history of the wine
Below, you can delve into the history of this wine — its producer, grape, area, and region.
Bordeaux
Bordeaux on the Atlantic is the world's most famous wine region and has been exporting wine since the Middle Ages. The legendary 1855 classification still ranks the area's leading châteaux. On the left bank of the Gironde, Cabernet Sauvignon dominates on gravel soils, while the right bank is the domain of Merlot and Cabernet Franc. The region is known for elegant, age-worthy blends of great finesse.
When this wine was made, the world looked very different. Here are some of the stories that unfolded while this bottle quietly aged in its cellar.
You are in safe hands
100% authentic bottles
All bottles undergo a thorough authenticity test by our certified sommeliers before being offered for sale. We reject bottles we are unsure about.
Thorough quality check
Cork, capsule, fill level, label condition, and provenance are individually documented for each bottle. A physical certificate is included with every purchase.
60-day return policy
We are confident in the quality of our wines, and you as a buyer should be too. Return any unopened bottle within 60 days for a full refund — no questions asked.
4.7 on Trustpilot
277 customers have shared their experience. From the first email to the bottle arriving safely – we take pride in making a difference from start to finish.
How it handles
you your wine
Storage
Store the bottle horizontally at 12–14°C and avoid direct sunlight, vibrations, and temperature fluctuations.
Opening
Allow the bottle to stand upright for 24–48 hours before opening to allow sediment to settle. Use a professional corkscrew and open carefully.
Enjoyment
Serve at 17–18°C and be patient – there is a great difference in how and how quickly wines open up when they are aerated.
GUIDE TO THE GOOD WINE EXPERIENCE
We will help you throughout the journey. Here you can read our guide on how to treat the wine. If you have any questions, you are always welcome to write or call us.
Our customers say it best!
Based on 247 reviews