About this tour
Spend eight hours exploring the Saint-Émilion wine region with a private guide, visiting three hand-picked châteaux for tastings and learning how terroir shapes the wines. You'll be collected from your Bordeaux hotel and driven through the UNESCO-listed village and surrounding vineyards in an air-conditioned minivan, gaining insight into local appellations and grape varieties from a professional English-speaking guide who tailors the day to your interests.
Highlights
- Three pre-arranged château visits with tastings included
- UNESCO-listed Saint-Émilion village and surrounding vineyard landscape
- Private guide explains terroir and local wine classifications
- Air-conditioned minivan transport from your hotel
- Small group experience, maximum eight people
What to expect
Your guide picks you up in the morning and drives you through the Saint-Émilion region, stopping at three wineries chosen beforehand. At each château, you'll taste their wines whilst learning about production methods and what makes their terroir distinctive. The pacing allows genuine conversation with winemakers rather than rushed tours. Expect to walk through cellars and vineyards; the route is manageable but involves some slopes and uneven ground. No food is typically served during tastings—a French tradition to keep your palate clear—so eat a proper breakfast or lunch beforehand.
Good to know
Book infant seats at reservation if needed. Minimum two adults required. Not available 25 December, 1 January, or 1 May. Children under 13 must be accompanied by an adult. Meals and monument entry fees are your cost. Pets aren't permitted.
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