About this tour
A five-hour exploration of two of Bordeaux's most celebrated wine regions. Start at a biodynamic producer in Pomerol for insights into organic viticulture and a three-wine tasting, then move to a Grand Cru Classé château in Saint-Émilion for four more wines and a lesson in how vintage variation shapes flavour. Finish wandering the medieval streets of the UNESCO-listed village, sampling its famous almond biscuits alongside views that haven't changed in centuries.
Highlights
- Biodynamic vineyard visit with viticulture masterclass
- Seven red wines tasted across two estates
- Grand Cru Classé château with vintage comparison
- Medieval village exploration and macaroon tasting
- Air-conditioned transport between locations
What to expect
Your guide collects you and drives through rolling vineyard slopes to Pomerol. At the first estate, expect a walk through working vines where you'll learn how biodynamic methods differ from conventional farming, followed by a seated tasting of three reds in a cellar or tasting room. After an hour here, you'll head to Saint-Émilion's Grand Cru property, where a second guide walks you through the château's history before four more wines are poured, with discussion of how weather patterns altered each vintage. The final stretch is free time to explore Saint-Émilion village on foot—narrow cobbled lanes, stone archways, a Romanesque church—before sampling the region's signature almond macaroons at a café.
Good to know
The tour involves moderate walking on uneven medieval streets and château grounds. Bottled water isn't provided, so bring your own. Children under 12 aren't permitted. Pregnant travellers and those with heart conditions should avoid due to alcohol exposure and physical demands.
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