Château Gloria is proof that pedigree is earned in the glass—not just on paper.
Château Gloria is a unique and highly regarded estate located in the prestigious Saint-Julien appellation of Bordeaux’s Left Bank. Founded in the 1940s by the visionary Henri Martin, the estate stands apart for having no official classification in 1855, yet consistently rivals classified growths in quality and acclaim. Martin meticulously assembled the 50-hectare vineyard by acquiring parcels from some of the region’s most iconic classified estates, including Château Léoville Poyferré and Château Ducru-Beaucaillou.
Planted predominantly with Cabernet Sauvignon, alongside Merlot, Cabernet Franc, and Petit Verdot, the vineyard benefits from deep gravel soils and a temperate maritime climate—ideal conditions for producing elegant, structured, and age-worthy wines. Today, Château Gloria is still in family hands, run with precision and pride by the Martin family, maintaining the founder’s commitment to excellence.
The resulting wines are archetypal Saint-Julien: refined yet powerful, with layers of dark fruit, tobacco, and cedar, supported by fine tannins and superb balance. Vintage after vintage, Château Gloria delivers exceptional value and sophistication, making it a favourite among collectors and Bordeaux enthusiasts alike.
Chateau Gloria
2016
