€480
/group
The Medoc region is known for its remarkably fine and complex wines dominated by Cabernet Sauvignon, as well as for its magnificent castles.On this tour you will discover prestigious appellations of the Medoc - Margaux, Saint-Julien, Pauillac, Haut-Medoc, or Saint-Estephe and visit some of the top wineries classified in 1855. Other interesting options in the Medoc include a visit to a barrel-maker, or a chocolate-maker.
This is your tour. We will create an itinerary just for your group. Simply let us know the style of wines you like, or maybe your favourite chateaux, the type of activities you enjoy and your dining preferences. We will do our best to check all boxes. Alternatively, just relax and let our experts suggest the best plan.
Our driver-guide will pick you up and drop you off at your hotel or apartment in Bordeaux. We can also pick you up at the port of Bordeaux. Pick up from other location is possible too.
We will visit or stop by the most famous classified growth wineries with their grand castles. Have you heard the story of the 1855 Classification of Medoc? We would like to take you through several different appellations of the Medoc so that you can experience various styles of wines from light and elegant Margaux to bold and structured Pauillac.
Our guides are experienced wine professionals. We will be happy to share all we know about Bordeaux wines and history. Ask us for wine buying advice and for local tips on entertainment and dining.
We offer private full-day and half-day wine tours for groups of up to 8 people. Larger groups are welcome. Please contact us for a quote.
Each winery tour lasts about 1 to 1.5 hours. Typically, it includes a guided stroll through vineyard, a tour of the cellars followed by a tasting of 2-3 wines.
Winery visits can be private or public. Private tours give you more attention of the guide or owner and more time to ask questions. As well, you can be flexible with various tasting options, such as include famous vintages, or wine and food pairing in your tasting.
Please note that winery visits and tastings are own expense and are paid per person directly to the chateaux. Typical winery fees are 10 to 30 euros per person per chateau. Private tours can be slightly more expensive.
Most wineries sell wines at their boutiques and many would ship wines to your country. We could also make a stop at a local wine shop. Please let us know if you prefer private visits or want to upgrade your tasting.
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We typically leave Bordeaux at 9 am and return around 5-30 pm. This is a sample itinerary. Your unique program with the time schedule and the chateaux to visit will be provided to you in advance of your tour.Tours with cooking classes will include a cooking class in the morning, lunch at a chateau, and visit of 1 or 2 wineries in the Medoc in the afternoon.
The Medoc peninsula is nestled between the Atlantic and the Gironde estuary north of the city of Bordeaux. We will take the 'route de chateaux' and see many of the Medoc famous wineries.
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