The Best Wine Bars in Bordeaux
Where to taste wines in the center of Bordeaux? Here is the list of my favourite wine bars in Bordeaux … Read More
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Bordeaux Hotel Recommendations from a Local Wine Guide
I put together a list of the recommended hotels in the city of Bordeaux and in Bordeaux wine country. … Read More
Medoc versus Saint Emilion for Bordeaux Wine Tour
Choose between Medoc and Saint Emilion Wine Tours … Read More
Is La Cite Du Vin, the Wine Museum in Bordeaux Worth Visiting?
My wine tour clients often ask me whether they should visit the Bordeaux wine museum. … Read More
Best Wine Bars in Saint-Emilion: the Local Wine Guide’s Recommendations
To experience the best of what Saint-Emilion has to offer, you must stop at one of the local wine bars.
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Where to Buy Wine in Bordeaux and to Not Break the Bank?
Bordeaux is all about wine, there is no shortage of shopping options here. There are pros and cons of each….. … Read More
Do You Need to Rent a Car in Bordeaux?
The short answer is “no” if you stay in the city of Bordeaux. If you are staying outside of Bordeaux, it may be a good idea, as regional transportation is scarce and not easy to figure out.
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How to Get from Paris to Bordeaux?
The best way to get from Paris to Bordeaux is a 2-hour high-speed TGV train departing from Paris Gare Montparnasse.
Alternatively, take a flight from Charles de Gaulle or Orly airport to Bordeaux Merignac.
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Best Restaurants in Bordeaux According to the MICHELIN Guide
Here is the list of the best Bordeaux restaurants awarded stars and Bib Gourmand mentions by the MICHELIN Guide 2020.
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Why Are Bordeaux Wines So Famous and Expensive?
When we hear “Bordeaux” the image of something very luxurious and expensive comes to our mind. Of course, this is only a myth. … Read More
What are the Best Wines of Bordeaux According to Wine Critics?
Here is the professional opinion by a renowned critic Mr. James Suckling. … Read More
10 Best Wineries to Visit in Bordeaux
My list of 10 best wineries to visit in Bordeaux … Read More
How to Get from Bordeaux Airport to Central Bordeaux?
A few options for transportation from and to Bordeaux airport to the city centre. Public bus, airport shuttle, UBER, and taxi. A private driver If you are staying outside of the city of Bordeaux. … Read More
When is the Best Time to Visit Bordeaux?
Best season to visit Bordeaux? This article describes pro’s and con’s of travelling to Bordeaux in different seasons. … Read More
How to Read a Wine Label and Choose an Excellent Bottle of Bordeaux?
Want to know how to pick a good bottle of wine? Read my French wine label reading tips. Voila, a great bottle of Bordeaux! … Read More
Virtual Visit of 23 Bordeaux Chateaux
Take a virtual tour of the most interesting castles in Bordeaux. Each has a long family history and produces prestigious wines. Some of these chateaux are our favorite spots for the wine tours. … Read More
Bordeaux Wine Quiz
Do you know your Bordeaux wines? Take this 3-minute quiz. You might learn new fun facts about Bordeaux wine history. Share with friends and compare results, or solve at a wine party. … Read More
5 Casual Restaurants in Bordeaux
I am often asked where locals go out to eat. Here is a list of my personal favorites for a casual Bordeaux-style dinner. … Read More
Bordeaux Wine Tour Etiquette
6 tips on Bordeaux wine tours etiquette. How to make the most of your winery visit. Read before you go and enjoy your tastings in Bordeaux! … Read More
3 Squares for an Apéro in Bordeaux
Join Bordeaux locals for a local tradition of apero … Read More
Bordeaux Water Tram – the Best Way to Get to La Cite du Vin
So you want to avoid a half-an-hour stroll from the centre of Bordeaux to the wine museum La Cite du Vin? Bike, rent one of those scooters, or take tram B that we all love from the Quinconces stop. … Read More
Hi, my name is Polina. I am a sommelier and a wine tour guide in Bordeaux, France.
I organize private Bordeaux wine tours.
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