This private half-day tour is designed exclusively for two — a focused, intimate introduction to the Saint-Émilion appellation on Bordeaux's Right Bank, without the compromise of a shared group experience. In four hours, you will visit a prestigious Grand Cru estate, explore the medieval village with your guide, and taste wines that have made this corner of Bordeaux world-famous.
Saint-Émilion: The Right Bank at Its Most Beautiful
The Saint-Émilion appellation sits on a limestone plateau above the Dordogne valley, approximately 40 kilometres east of Bordeaux. Its soils — a blend of limestone, clay, and ancient sand — favour Merlot and Cabernet Franc, producing wines of remarkable richness and elegance that differ fundamentally in style from the Cabernet Sauvignon-dominated estates of the Left Bank. The medieval village of Saint-Émilion itself is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, one of the most beautiful and well-preserved in all of southwest France, with its cobbled streets, Romanesque church, underground monolithic cave church, and sweeping views over the vines.
A Grand Cru Estate Visit and Tasting
Your tour includes a private visit to a Grand Cru estate in the Saint-Émilion appellation. Your guide will walk you through the vineyard and cellar, explaining the estate's history, its approach to viticulture, and the decisions behind each wine in the range. The visit ends with a guided tasting — structured to help you understand how the terroir, the vintage, and the winemaking style come together in the glass.
After the château visit, your guide will take you on a walking tour of the village of Saint-Émilion, sharing its history and pointing out the architectural and cultural highlights that most visitors miss when they explore independently.
A Special Rate, Exclusively on ophorus.com
This two-person tour is offered at a special rate and is available exclusively through ophorus.com — it cannot be booked via third-party platforms or travel agents. In exchange for this preferential pricing, the tour is subject to stricter cancellation conditions than our standard tours; full details are provided at the time of booking. The tour departs from and returns to your hotel or accommodation in Bordeaux.
