PRE-ORDER About Winery Château La Dominique's history in Saint-Émilion dates back to the 1700s, with its name reportedly inspired by a Caribbean island, according to multiple wine retailers. Originally owned by Jean Micheau in 1690, it was recognized by King Louis XIV. The château changed hands several times before the de Bailliencourt family acquired it in 1933, and it was during their ownership that it achieved its Grand Cru Classé status. In 1969, Clément Fayat, a prominent figure in the construction industry, purchased the estate. Fayat invested heavily in the property, including modernizing the cellars and implementing a new vinification program. 

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