Médoc Wine Route Tastings

Embark on a journey through three carefully chosen Classified Growth or Cru Bourgeois estates, each renowned for its stunning setting and exceptional wines. Meet local professional sommeliers and producers to uncover the rich history of these estates, explore the winemaking process, and discover the techniques that bring their wines to life.

Lunch

Savor gourmet French cuisine with a local twist in the picturesque village of Saint-Julien-Beychevelle. The restaurant offers breathtaking views of the vineyards and the nearby Garonne River.

Renowned Châteaux

Follow the château route to witness some of the most iconic and visually stunning estates in the region, including Château Margaux, Château Lagrange, Château Palmer, Château Cos d'Estournel, and Château Pichon Longueville.

Options

• Explore the Saint-Emilion and Pomerol wine routes with renowned estates such as Château Ausone, Château La Gaffelière, Vieux Château Certan, Pétrus, and Château Pavie.
• Dive deeper into the art of winemaking in regions like Graves, Sauternes, Blaye, Bourg, and Pessac, among others.
• Join a Grand Cru Classé workshop to learn by tasting the renowned Grand Cru Classé wines, including a Premier Grand Cru – a unique experience with exceptional products!
• Take a day trip to the Atlantic Ocean Coast, visit the Arcachon Dune du Pilat, with the option of paragliding over this remarkable site.
• Indulge in seafood tastings, oyster picking, or visit a Caviar of Aquitaine farm.
• Embark on a day trip to Cognac, visiting and tasting at famous houses like Hennessy, Rémy Martin, Martell, Courvoisier, etc.
• Experience a hot air balloon ride over the vineyards or Dordogne castles.
• Take an E-bike tour along the Garonne River and through vineyards.
• Enjoy horseback riding in the Médoc Natural Park.
• Enjoy an evening performance at the Bordeaux Opera House.
• Explore the nearby Dordogne region, home to numerous castles perched along the river, gardens, prehistoric caves with paintings like Lascaux IV and Lascaux II, and regional cuisine.
• Combine your visit to Bordeaux with tours of Paris, Champagne, Loire Valley, Burgundy, and Lyon.

Final tips

• You will be accompanied by a professional guide-driver with expertise in history, art, and local culture.
• Enjoy guided tastings led by professional sommeliers and wine producers.
• We provide assistance with hotel and restaurant reservations, travel and transfers, ticket bookings, and scheduling activities.
• Enjoy 24/7 English-speaking telephone support during your travels.
• This itinerary can be customized to suit your preferences.