Spend a day exploring the wineries and vineyards in Bordeaux on a guided wine tasting trip. Sample wines at three wineries and tour the historic town of Saint-Emilion. Savor local specialties during a picnic at a French castle in Margaux. Depart from the city center of Bordeaux to discover the most beautiful vineyards of both banks. To start, visit Saint-Emilion with your guide. Tour the village, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and discover its historical monuments. Later, visit a Château (winery) and enjoy a tasting of 3 wines while learning about Saint-Émilion. Then, a picnic and tasting of 3 wines await you in a Château in Margaux on the left bank. Enjoy food prepared by an artisanal and traditional Bordeaux caterer who offers fresh, local, and tasty products as well as Basque country charcuterie and cheese. In the afternoon, stop by the famous Château Margaux and take photos before heading to your third guided tour and wine tasting at a 5th grand cru vineyard in the 1855 classification. Finish your tour with a new perspective on the art of winemaking.

Departing from a central location in Bordeaux, this small group, half-day tour explores the beautiful Medoc wine-growing region of France. The region you will explore includes the southern region of the Medoc wine area. You will visit 2 wine estates of Classified Growth or Cru Bourgeois estates that have been carefully selected for their exceptional setting and quality of the wine.  Learn all there is to know about the history of the estate, the wine-making process, as well as the techniques used during wine-making. A wine tasting session follows the visits. After your tasting session, follow the castle road to see some of the most famous chateaus of the region, such as Chateau Margaux or Chateau Palmer.

8:30am : Meet your guide at Rustic Vines Tours agency in Bordeaux center and drive to Saint-Emilion; 9:15am : Guided walking tour of Saint-Emilion Unesco listed village; 10:00am : Wine tasting in the heart of the village; 11:15am : Guided tour in a Saint-Emilion winery with wine tastings; 12:15pm : Picnic lunch at the winery (Sandwich or Salad with a glass of wine); 1:30pm : Drive to Médoc; 2:30pm : Visit followed by wine tastings at the 1st winery in Médoc; 4:00pm : 2nd stop at a winery of Médoc for a visit and wine tastings; 5:00pm : Drive back to Bordeaux; 6:00pm : Drop-off at Rustic Vines agency in Bordeaux center. Schedules may vary due to many reasons (Delay, traffic jam...)

Enjoy a guided tour of Château Haut-Breton Larigaudière while learning the secrets of Bordeaux wine production. Taste three different types of wine. Meet your guide in front of the family château. Begin your tour and learn the history of local winemaking. Discover the terroir's characteristics and visit its traditional vat room. End with a commented tasting featuring AOC Bordeaux Supérieur, AOC Margaux, and AOC Saint-Emilion Grand Cru. Stop at the winery boutique if you wish to purchase a bottle with the help of your guide. Enjoy extra time to explore the park of the château and take beautiful pictures of your experience.

Departing from a central location in Bordeaux, this small group tour explores the beautiful Medoc wine-growing region of France. You will head towards the famous wine-producing appellations such as Margaux, Saint Julien, Pauillac and Saint Estephe. You will enjoy 3 visits in Classified Growth or Cru Bourgeois estates that have been carefully selected for their exceptional setting and quality of wine. You will learn all there is to know about the history of the estates, the wine making process, as well as the techniques used during wine making. A wine tasting session follows the visits. The Medoc area covers approximately 5,700 hectares of declared vineyards, producing an average 300,000 hectoliters of wine per year. Of the grape varieties permitted, 50% of the viticultural area is planted with Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot, and to a lesser extent Petit Verdot and Malbec. Also allowed within the AOC regulations are the varieties Cabernet Franc and Carménère. After your tasting sessions, follow the castle road to see some of the most famous châteaux of the region, such as Chateau Margaux, Chateau Palmer, or Chateau Pichon Longueville.

Enjoy a guided winery tour and barrel tasting at Chateau Haut Breton Larigaudiere in the Margaux wine-growing region. You will be welcomed at the reception of the chateau. Your visit begins in front of the winery with a presentation of the property and its history. Then, your guide will lead you towards the fermenting room to explain the winemaking process and he will continue in the barrel cellar to talk about wine aging. Afterward, you will have the chance to taste 3 wines in the barrel from the most representative grapes of Bordeaux: Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, and Petit Verdot. Finally, you will go into the shop to taste 2 finished wines to compare with those tasted previously still in maturation.

Your Olala Bordeaux guide will pick you up directly at your hotel or in downtown Bordeaux, before taking you to the Médoc region. On the way, you'll explore the Chateaux' wine route, while your guide explains the region: the wines, the terroir, the history, etc. Enjoy the scenery while your driver answers any questions you may have about the local wine scene. The scenic drive will take you through the greatest vintages, with the most beautiful photo stops. You will visit and taste at three Chateau specially selected according to your level of knowledge and expectations. From the oldest and most family owned Chateaux to the most modern and luxurious, you have the choice, and we take care of the organization. For lunch, you can either opt for a picnic of fresh and local products, or for a gastronomic lunch in a winery or in a local restaurant upon reservation. This private tour, exclusively for your group, also takes care of your return to your accommodation or to the city center, so don't wait any longer to visit our beautiful wine region while enjoying the relaxed pace and flexibility of a private tour, while saving hours of travel time on public transportation. Book now for an unforgettable experience! Usually : - 09 AM : Pickup from your hotel - 06 PM : Drop-off at your hotel Schedules may change depending on the activities you wish to do that are not included.

Enjoy a tour and wine tasting experience at the Chateau Haut Breton Larigaudiere winery near Bordeaux. Nestled in the prestigious appellation of Margaux, you will discover the secrets behind the elegance of this region's wines. Learn about the history of winemaking, and taste locally-produced wines. After being welcomed at the reception, your experience begins with a tour of the property and an explanation of its history. Continue to the fermenting room, where your guide will explain the winemaking process, then visit the barrel cellar to talk about wine aging. The tour will be followed by a guided tasting of several wines (depending on the option) from the Margaux appellation.

Cabernet lovers, this tour is for you! This Médoc wine tasting tour takes you back in time to discover the ancient practices that have made Bordeaux wine so famous. You’ll learn about the great paradox in winemaking, in which the latest technology is used alongside traditional techniques to create perfectly unique results. On this Médoc wine trip you will be able to admire the classical architecture of a Grand Cru Classé château near Margaux, and learn all about the infamous 1855 classification. The second stop will take place in another beautiful château where you’ll enjoy uncovering the secrets of what makes Bordeaux wine so delicious! Enjoy a wine & cheese tasting to finish the afternoon in a very French way. After your final tasting, return in comfort to central Bordeaux.

9:20 am: meeting in front of the Bordeaux tourist office. Your guide will welcome you and present the program. 9:30 am: Departure. We begin with a visit to the winery to be classified as a Cru Bourgeois. You will discover how the wines are made and how this organic vineyard is run before tasting 4 wines from the estate (Haut-Médoc, Moulis-en-Médoc and Margaux). Then we'll head for the village of Margaux, where you'll visit a second estate classified as a Grand Cru 1855 and growing its vines organically or biodynamically. After a tour of the technical facilities, you will taste at least 2 Margaux wines from this Grand Cru Classé. 1:30: return to Bordeaux (+/- 15 min.).