About this tour
Spend six hours exploring Saint-Émilion's top-tier vineyards on a guided minivan tour from Bordeaux. Visit Clos Fourtet, one of only a handful of Premier Grand Cru Classé estates in the region, for an exclusive tasting of five wines including a rare barrel sample. Settle into a gourmet picnic lunch at Château Côte de Baleau with three to four wine pairings, then wander the medieval village streets. Your expert guide unpacks the area's winemaking heritage throughout the day.
Highlights
- Tasting at Clos Fourtet, elite Premier Grand Cru Classé status
- Rare barrel sample from the cellar
- Gourmet picnic lunch with wine pairings
- Seven to eight wines sampled across the day
- Medieval village walk and historical context
- Air-conditioned minivan transport from Bordeaux
What to expect
You'll depart Bordeaux in a comfortable minivan and arrive at Clos Fourtet for a structured tasting of five wines, learning about the estate's production methods and terroir. The guide will explain what sets this Premier Grand Cru Classé designation apart—fewer than two percent of Saint-Émilion producers hold it. After the tasting, you'll drive to Château Côte de Baleau for a leisurely picnic lunch with three to four additional wines. The final stop is a self-guided stroll through Saint-Émilion's narrow cobbled streets, where your guide offers historical commentary about the village's medieval roots and significance.
Good to know
Bring comfortable walking shoes for the village exploration and the winery grounds. The pace is relaxed but moderate fitness helps. Hotel pick-up isn't included, though public transport reaches the departure point. Infant car seats are available on request. Tips aren't included in the price.
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