Bespoke winery tour at Chateau Smith Haut Lafitte in Bordeaux, France

Be a winemaker for a day!

Take part in various seasonal tasks in the vineyard or winery. After the workshop, enjoy a winery tour and a wine tasting.

Theme : Wellness & Nature Duration : From 1 to 3 hours Groups : Yes

Smith Haut Lafitte's 78 hectares of vines grow on a thick layer of Gunzian gravels. This "Cru Classé" estate has been totally renovated by Daniel and Florence Cathiard. The improvements they made in viticulture and winemaking have brought the estate to the peak of perfection.

On this exclusive tour, you will be a part of the back stage activities that take place into making that delicious bottle of wine. Experience the daily life of a vineyard manager or cellarmaster and understand the many facets of a winegrower's life. Join us in the seasonal activities that take place in our vineyards. With our ace wine-makers and cellar managers you will unravel the secrets of making one of the most respected wines in the Bordeaux region. Get your hands dirty as you harvest and sort the grapes and put on a lab coat to get the grape juice ready for fermentation! After this incredible work you can reward yourself with a guided cellar tour and private tasting of some of our finest wines.

Highlights 

  • Take part in the behind-the-scenes activities of wine-making
  • Get your hands dirty as you unravel our secrets
  • Be part of a guide tour of our wine cellar
  • Take part in a private tasting of our wines

For bookings & prices, contact us by clicking on the CONTACT button on the right.

 

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