Margaux and Saint-Julien, two renowned appellations with distinct terroirs, host some of Bordeaux’s finest wineries. Saint-Julien, the smallest Médoc appellation, has 11 Grands Crus Classés, known for balance and longevity. Margaux, the largest and most iconic, boasts 21 Grands Crus Classés, including Château Margaux, renowned for elegance and complexity.Today, you’ll explore both of these renowned areas, tasting the region’s best wines and discovering their unique characteristics.
Morning: Your day starts with a comfortable hotel pickup in Bordeaux. Private transportation with an English-speaking driver, expert of the wine region. Start your day discovering the Saint-Julien appellation. There, experience a unique tour at Château Lagrange, a 3rd Grand Cru Classé, aboard a fully electric Méhari. Explore the vineyard, learn about the terroir, and discover initiatives promoting biodiversity. Visit the estate’s oldest vines, the highest point in the appellation, and eco-grazed parcels. Conclude with a tour of the cellars and a tasting of three estate wines, offering a deep insight into the property's history and sustainable practices. An immersive journey through one of Bordeaux’s finest vineyards.
Enjoy a gourmet lunch at Chateau Lagrange. We invite you to step into the Château’s old Orangery to enjoy a very special gastronomic experience, a fusion cuisine cookery lesson. In the heart of the Médoc, our Chef, will share his secret cooking tips, and guide you in the preparation of two Japanese specialities that you will make with locally sourced seasonal ingredients. One of the domaine’s ambassadors will offer you a tasting of our Chateau Lagrange Grand Vin as well as our second wine so that you can appreciate the delicious pairings with your own culinary creations.
Afternoon: In the afternoon, your private guide will take you to the renowned Margaux appellation. There, you'll explore Château d'Issan, a 3rd Grand Cru Classé, with its historic vineyard and expert winemaking techniques. The visit concludes with an overview of the entire range of wines from the estate: Chateau d'Issan (Grand Vin), Blason d'Issan (second wine), Le Haut-Médoc d'Issan (AOC Haut Médoc) and Moulin d'Issan (AOC Bordeaux Supérieur).
Drop off at your hotel in Bordeaux.
PRICES:
The prices listed apply to private groups already formed with no sharing or mixing with other guests.
3 guests: from €615 per person
2 guests: from €695 per person
Included in the price:
- Private transportation for the day in a Sedan car if 2 persons, in a van up to 3 persons
- An English-speaking driver-guide expert of the wine region
- Visit, Tasting and Méhari Tour at Chateau Lagrange
- Fusion cuisine cookery lesson at Chateau Lagrange
- Visit and Tasting at Chateau D'Issan
* Itinerary and winery selection can be modified according to availability. Additional costs may apply on Sunday and Bank Holiday.
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