Saint-Émilion & Surrounding Vineyards – Grand Cru Classé Experience

Discover the elegance, depth, and prestige of Bordeaux’s Right Bank wines on this immersive full-day private tour from Bordeaux. Designed for curious wine lovers and discerning travelers, this experience takes you into the heart of Saint-Émilion and its surrounding appellations, where Merlot-dominant blends produce some of the most refined and sought-after wines in France.

Visit two carefully selected wineries, including at least one Saint-Émilion Grand Cru Classé estate, and enjoy guided tastings that reveal the character, terroir, and craftsmanship behind these exceptional wines.

All tasting fees are included for a seamless, all-inclusive day.

Travel in Comfort from Bordeaux

Your day begins with pickup directly from your accommodation in Bordeaux. Meet your professional, English-speaking driver-guide and settle into a premium, air-conditioned vehicle for a relaxed journey through the rolling vineyard landscapes of the Right Bank.

Along the way, your guide introduces you to Bordeaux’s history, appellation system, and what makes Saint-Émilion, Pomerol, and neighboring terroirs so distinctive in the world of fine wine.

Winery Visit #1 – Boutique Family Estate

Start with an intimate visit to a small, quality-focused château nestled among the hills of the Right Bank.

During a private cellar tour, learn about:

vineyard management and terroir

Merlot and Cabernet Franc varietals

traditional and modern winemaking techniques

barrel aging and blending

Finish with a guided tasting of several wines, appreciating the balance, structure, and fruit-forward elegance typical of this side of Bordeaux.

Saint-Émilion Grand Cru Classé Experience

Continue to the legendary Saint-Émilion appellation, a UNESCO-listed landscape of limestone slopes, medieval streets, and world-renowned estates.

Here, you will visit a prestigious Grand Cru Classé château (estate names vary by availability to preserve exclusivity). Enjoy an in-depth tour of the vineyards, vat rooms, and aging cellars before sampling a curated selection of the property’s wines.

This visit highlights:

classified growth quality standards

limestone and clay terroirs

refined aging potential

the signature silkiness and complexity of Saint-Émilion wines

All tasting fees are included, so you can simply relax and savor the experience.

Explore the Village of Saint-Émilion

After your tasting, enjoy free time in the charming medieval village of Saint-Émilion. Wander cobbled lanes, admire stone architecture, browse wine shops, or simply soak in panoramic views over the vineyards. Your guide can recommend lunch options or local specialties.

A Refined Right Bank Wine Experience

Unlike large group tastings, this private tour offers a personal, educational, and relaxed approach to Bordeaux wine discovery. With only two high-quality winery visits, the pace remains unhurried, allowing meaningful encounters with winemakers and deeper appreciation of each tasting.

Return to Bordeaux

In the late afternoon, sit back and enjoy the scenic drive back to Bordeaux, reflecting on the wines, landscapes, and stories that define the Right Bank.