Wine tour St Emilion with tasting and village walk from Bordeaux
Enjoy a wine tour from Bordeaux to St Emilion. Visit a Grand Cru Classé, taste local wines and walk through a UNESCO-listed medieval village.
Wine tour St Emilion offers a half-day experience combining wine tasting and cultural heritage. Located on the right bank of the Dordogne, St Emilion is one of the oldest wine regions near Bordeaux. This tour is designed for people interested in wine, landscapes, and history.
You leave Bordeaux in the afternoon in a comfortable minibus. A guide takes you through the vineyards and explains the traditions of Bordeaux winemaking. The highlight of the tour is the visit of a Grand Cru Classé estate, where you walk among the vines, discover the cellars, and learn about vinification methods.
An introductory wine tasting workshop follows, allowing you to explore the aromas and textures of St Emilion wines. You also enjoy an aperitif with cheese, cured meats, and dark chocolate.
Later, you visit the medieval village of St Emilion, a UNESCO-listed site, with its narrow streets and monolithic churches.
This wine tour from Bordeaux is a balanced mix of tasting, knowledge, and heritage, accessible to both beginners and enthusiasts.
Where and when
Location
The wine tour from Bordeaux takes place in St Emilion, located about 40 km (25 miles) east of Bordeaux. The village is part of the Gironde department, in southwestern France. The tour includes transportation from Bordeaux to the vineyard and back.
Dates
The experience runs daily all year round, except Sundays between November and March. Departure is scheduled at 14:00, and return to Bordeaux at 18:30. The tour can be privatised according to your Schedule.
The experience
Departure from Bordeaux
The meeting point is Place des Quinconces in Bordeaux at 14:00. A minibus takes you through the right bank vineyards, giving you a first overview of the wine region.
Guided visit of a Grand Cru Classé
You arrive at a Grand Cru Classé estate, where a guide explains the history of the property, the grape varieties, and the production process. You visit the vineyard, the fermentation rooms, and the ageing cellars.
Wine tasting and food pairing
After the visit, you join an introductory tasting workshop. You taste 3 to 4 wines, including red wines made mostly from Merlot, known for their structure and ageing potential. The tasting is paired with a small French aperitif: cheese, cured meats, and dark chocolate.
You learn how to identify aromas, observe colour and viscosity, and understand tannins and finish.
Visit of the village
Around 16:30, a guided walk through the village of St Emilion begins. You explore cobbled streets, panoramic views, and Romanesque architecture. The guide provides context on the UNESCO World Heritage site, highlighting its churches and underground monuments.
The return to Bordeaux is scheduled for 18:30.
The vehicle
The tour includes transport in a modern minibus, offering comfort and air conditioning. The drive is about 45 minutes each way from Bordeaux. The group is kept small, with a maximum of 8 participants, to ensure personal interaction with the guide and a smooth experience.
Benefits of the experience
This wine tour St Emilion is an efficient and informative way to explore Bordeaux’s wine heritage without requiring a full day. It includes both practical tasting skills and historical insight.
You gain:
- A clear overview of St Emilion wines and their production.
- Tasting techniques you can use in future wine purchases.
- A better understanding of how food pairing enhances tasting.
- Access to a UNESCO-listed site with local context provided by a guide.
- A small group format, ideal for interaction and flexibility.
- All logistics handled from Bordeaux, avoiding planning stress.
This is a well-balanced experience for visitors who want to combine culture and wine knowledge in a short timeframe.
Conditions and restrictions
- Minimum age: 18 years
- Minimum 2 participants required per tour
- Group size: 2 to 8 people
- Languages: English and French
- Available all year, except Sundays from November to March
- Private groups available upon request
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