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Guests sharing a picnic by the lake of a Bordeaux château

A private Bordeaux journey

Exclusive Food and Wine Pairing Tour

Are you a wine enthusiast or a connoisseur? The wine expert private tour takes you on a detailed tour of Bordeaux wine production. Deepen your wine knowledge and tasting skills.

Private tour
Private tourYour own guide
Château visits
Château visitsWine tastings
Picnic lunch
Picnic lunchLocal & seasonal
Full day
Full day10:30am – 6:30pm

How the day unfolds

Day at a glance

Are you a wine enthusiast or a connoisseur? The wine expert private tour takes you on a detailed tour of Bordeaux wine production. Deepen your wine knowledge and tasting skills.

Guests in front of a Bordeaux château

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This tour crosses Saint-Émilion

A vineyard landscape of quiet lanes, historic estates and scenic viewpoints around the medieval village.

  • Scenic driving route
  • ○ Village
  • ♜ Château stop
  • ☼ Scenic viewpoint
Watercolour map of Saint-Émilion and the surrounding vineyards

About this tour

Exclusive Food and Wine Pairing Tour

Step by step

Full schedule

  1. First Château Visit & Tasting

    Arrive at a renowned Médoc estate for a guided visit of the property. Explore the vineyards and cellars, learn about traditional winemaking techniques, and taste exceptional wines that showcase the structure and elegance typical of the region.

  2. Chef-Led Food & Wine Pairing Lunch at the Château

    Enjoy an intimate gastronomic moment at the château. A chef-prepared seasonal menu is thoughtfully paired with selected wines from the estate, offering a refined and authentic taste of Médoc in an elegant vineyard setting.

  3. Grand Cru Classé Estate Experience

    Continue your journey with a visit to a prestigious Bordeaux Wine Official Classification of 1855 Grand Cru Classé château. Discover the estate’s history and philosophy before taking part in a special tasting workshop designed to deepen your understanding of Médoc blends and wine evaluation.

  4. Exclusive Food & Wine Pairing at a Third Estate

    Visit a third distinguished property for a more intimate tasting experience. Enjoy carefully selected wines paired with gourmet bites, highlighting the harmony between Médoc wines and local flavors.

  5. Return to Bordeaux

    Relax during the comfortable drive back through the vineyards and countryside.

  6. Drop-off at Your Accommodation

    Arrival back in Bordeaux with drop-off at your stay, concluding a day dedicated to great wines, gastronomy, and discovery in the Médoc.

What’s included

Included

  • Private wine-expert guide
  • Fine-cuisine lunch

Practical information

Details

Languages
English
Meeting point
Pickup in Bordeaux, including cruise terminal, station or airport

Before you book

Good to know

  • Winery selection isn’t customizable, as we collaborate with a curated list of partner châteaux chosen for their quality and experience.

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Wonderful tour

“The St Emilion tour was fantastic.”

Anthony Bischoff · 3 July 2026
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Amazing experience

“Pauline gave us incredible experience, 5/5!!”

Lital Zaslavsky · 28 June 2026
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Fabulous day

“Couldn’t fault our day trip with Rustic Vines.”

Julie Liggins · 19 June 2026
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