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From Bordeaux: Afternoon Saint-Emilion Wine Tasting Trip

1. From Bordeaux: Afternoon Saint-Emilion Wine Tasting Trip

Take a scenic drive to the beautiful wine region of Saint-Emilion and tour this World Heritage Site. Experience the intimacy of the private chateau, learn the secrets of wine production, and taste some of the finest wines. Depart Bordeaux in the afternoon and visit a charming family-run wine estate on the right bank of the Dordogne River. Tour the traditional vat room and cellar of this private chateau. Learn the steps of proper wine tasting at a tasting class. Train your nose to identify wine aromas before enjoying some fine wines. Next, visit a "Great Classified Growth" (Grand Cru) wine estate overlooking the Saint-Emilion vineyards. Hear about the wine-making process and reward yourself with an aperitif served with quality fresh bread and cheese.   Then, take a guided tour of the medieval village of Saint-Emilion in the early evening, and discover why it was designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Return to Bordeaux for a drop-off at the end of the tour.

Saint-Émilion: Bordeaux Vineyard Tour and Wine Tasting

2. Saint-Émilion: Bordeaux Vineyard Tour and Wine Tasting

Dive into the world of Bordeaux wines with an intimate visit to a local family vineyard and explore their cellars. Visit the quaint medieval community of Saint-Émilion for a tour of the renowned Château Saint-Georges and taste some of their high-quality wines. Start your visit by hearing about the history of the founding family, still working on the estate after five generations. Learn about the different grape varieties used and the unique soil that heightens the quality of the wines produced at this property with a privileged location on Pavie Hill. Step into the cellar for a detailed explanation of winemaking and the aging process that takes place in the barrels. Taste a selection of their wines, which are known for their elegance and fall under the exclusive Saint-Émilion Grand Cru appellation.

From Bordeaux: Saint-Émilion Food and Wine Tour

3. From Bordeaux: Saint-Émilion Food and Wine Tour

Depart from the city center of Bordeaux aboard a van to discover Saint-Emilion, its wines, and its history. Visit 3 wineries and relax with a picnic at a chateau. First, learn about the history of Saint-Emilion, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and its historical monuments. Discover the secrets of this medieval town and its role as the birthplace of Bordeaux viticulture. At noon, enjoy a tasting of 3 wines at a castle. Indulge in a picnic from an artisanal and traditional caterer, who provides fresh, local products presented in jars, as well as charcuterie from the Basque Country, and cheese accompanied by a glass of wine. Afterward, visit a second castle and enjoy a tasting of 2 wines. Learn more about the specificities of this appellation, including the grape varieties and the winemaking techniques used to create these unique wines. To finish the day, go to another chateau for a final tasting of 3 wines.

From Bordeaux: St. Emilion Village Half-Day Wine Tour

4. From Bordeaux: St. Emilion Village Half-Day Wine Tour

Take a half-day tour to the charming village of St. Emilion, and sample a selection of wines. The history of the village goes back to medieval times, and the whole jurisdiction is classified as a UNESCO World Heritage Site for its natural landscape. Upon arrival in the village, embark on a guided walking tour. Explore the charming lanes, Romanesque churches, and ruins that stretch along the steep and narrow laneways. It was the Romans that introduced wine making to the village as far back as the 2nd century. Reminders of the Roman techniques of wine planting can be seen in some of the estates, such as Chateau Bellevue, owned by the world-famous Angelus winery. The village was named after the monk Émilian, a traveling confessor, who settled in a hermitage carved into the rock in the 8th-Century. Follow your guide for a walking tour of the village to discover all the main attractions.  Then, enjoy a visit and wine tasting session in a Classified Growth Chateau of the Saint Emilion wine region. During the visit, you will learn all there is to know about the estate as well as the techniques used to produce this world-famous wine. From here return to Bordeaux.

Bordeaux: St-Emilion Vineyards e-Bike Tour with Wine & Lunch

5. Bordeaux: St-Emilion Vineyards e-Bike Tour with Wine & Lunch

Peddle through the famous vineyards of St-Emilion on this electric cycling day trip from Bordeaux. Visit two chateaux and a charming family-run wine estate, as well as a Great Classified Growth estate, and the Unesco-listed village of St-Emilion.  Start the day with a short drive (50 min) to the St-Emilion region. Begin by touring the charming village of St-Emilion which has been classified as a Unesco World Heritage Site since 1999, then the e-bike tour will take you to see famous wineries like Petrus or Château Cheval Blanc. Cycle through lush vineyards by bike and arrive at the first chateau which is run by a local family. Walk through the vineyards and learn about the estate’s traditional way of making wine. Savor a wine tasting and continue to the garden for a flavorful lunch.  Explore the estate on a guided tour and learn about their winemaking process from the vine to the bottle. At the end of the tour try a hand-picked selection of their wines. Head back to Bordeaux and conclude your tour. 

Enjoy a Day Discovering Two Famous Bordeaux Wine Regions

6. Enjoy a Day Discovering Two Famous Bordeaux Wine Regions

Meet your guide in the center of Bordeaux and drive to the Medoc wine region. Learn about the Bordeaux wines during the journey to the chateaux. Upon arrival, be welcomed at a prestigious Classified Growth estate, operating since 1855. Walk around the vineyards and cellars, learn about the estate’s wine making process, and finish with wine tastings.                                     Then, drive to Saint Emilion to discover a beautiful Growth Classified winery and taste their wines while savoring a mouth-watering lunch. After lunch, enjoy the beautiful Saint Emilion region. Continue your tour by visiting an authentic and charming family-run estate along the right bank. Feel the intimacy of the private chateau as you tour this estate's traditional vat room and cellar. Then delight in a tasting class, learning the steps of wine tasting and educating your nose to identify a variety of wine aromas. After this visit, enjoy a guided tour of the village of Saint Emilion, classified as a UNESCO's World Heritage site.

From Bordeaux: Saint-Emilion Day Trip with Lunch and Wine

7. From Bordeaux: Saint-Emilion Day Trip with Lunch and Wine

Embark on a day trip from Bordeaux and discover the charming medieval town of Saint Emilion. Then, explore two traditional châteaux to discover excellent local wines and food, with a picnic lunch at one of the scenic locations. Meet in Bordeaux and travel to the beautiful Saint Emilion, listed as UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1999. Explore the quaint medieval streets with your guide and learn about the history of the town, one of the principal red wine areas of Bordeaux. Then, visit two wonderful châteaux, including one Great Growth Classified château. Taste a variety of different wines accompanied by a typical French platter of local bread, cheese, cured meat, and chocolate. Between the visits, you will enjoy a traditional French picnic lunch at one of the wineries. After your journey through the region, relax on the journey back to Bordeaux, with drop-off in the city center.

From Bordeaux: Saint-Emilion Wine Tour in a Sidecar

8. From Bordeaux: Saint-Emilion Wine Tour in a Sidecar

Discover the magic of the Saint-Emilion Wine Route from the passenger basket of a vintage sidecar. After getting picked up from your hotel in Bordeaux, travel through the heart of the vineyards along the route.  Along the way, get a glimpse of some of the majestic chateaux which are home to some of the world's most renowned wines. Stop at one of these chateaux for a tour of the estate and a tasting of some fine 'Grand Cru Classé' wines. Stop as often as you like for photos and feel free to ask your pilot/guide any burning questions you may have about the region or life in Bordeaux. Finish your tour with a stroll on foot around the medieval village of Saint-Emilion before returning to your hotel.

From Bordeaux: Saint-Emilion wine tour half-day

9. From Bordeaux: Saint-Emilion wine tour half-day

This 5 hour tour is offered in the morning (departure at 8:30 a.m.) as well as in the afternoon (1:30 p.m.). 8.20 am/1.20 pm : Meet your guide in 1 Place Stalingrad - In front of lcl Bank 8.30 am/1.30 pm : Departure to Saint-Emilion. Along the way, the guide will provide you with all the information about the Bordeaux & Saint-Emilion wine regions 9.15 am/2.20 pm : Enjoy a guided tour of the village of Saint Emilion 10 am / 3 pm : Visit an authentic and charming family-run estate Saint-Emilion Grand Cru. You will discover the history of the winery, visit the technical facilities and you will learn about the various stages of the winemaking process from the vine to the bottle. You will then participate in a wine tasting workshop and learn more about the stages of the tasting. you will taste different wines. At the end of the visit, you will enjoy an aperitif with french delicacies (cheese, sausage, crackers & chocolate). Warning: This is not a meal but an aperitif! 11.30am/4.30 pm : Visita de un prestigioso Château Grand Cru Classé de Saint-Emilion y catas de sus vinos. 1.30pm/6.30pm : End of your Saint-Emilion wine tour, back in Bordeaux Partner wineries : Château La Croizille, Château Fombrauge, Château Laniote, Château Jean Faure, Chateau Croix Beauséjour, Château Bernateau...

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Wonderful experience! Visiting 3 chateaus was amazing and with a trip to the Saint Emilion town it was definitely worth the price. Would highly recommend!

Julie did a phenomenal job for my family on our tour, working with a diverse group of people with varying levels of knowledge and wine expertise.

The guide was fun, had the knowledge, was interested and kept everyone talking and asking questions.

Excellent experience. Matthieu is so knowledgeable and affable. We really enjoyed our visit.

Amazing tour, our guide was very helpful and really know about the wine.