About this tour
Spend eight hours in Saint-Émilion with a local guide who knows the region's back lanes and wine families personally. Visit two châteaux for tastings of six wines, walk through the medieval village at your own rhythm, and sample local cannelés and macarons. This isn't a rushed tick-box tour—it's designed around your pace, whether you want detailed explanations or quiet reflection among the vines. You'll see what draws people back to this corner of Bordeaux year after year.
Highlights
- Tastings at two working châteaux with vineyard owners
- Six wines across two estates, tasted properly
- Medieval village walk led by someone who actually lives here
- Cannelés and macarons from local makers
- Air-conditioned Mercedes van, maximum eight people
- Choose between guided storytelling or free exploration time
What to expect
You'll be picked up and driven into vineyard country in a small group. At each château, expect forty-five minutes to an hour: a walk through cellars with their particular smell, conversation with someone involved in making the wine, and three glasses tasted without pressure to buy. Between stops, your guide fills in local history—the stones, the families, why certain slopes produce certain wines. A walk through the village's narrow streets follows, and you'll decide on the spot whether you want your guide's stories or time alone with a coffee. Lunch isn't included, so you'll find your own spot. By afternoon, you'll have tasted properly and talked to real winemakers, not just passed through.
Good to know
Lunch is on you—budget accordingly. Wear comfortable shoes for cobblestones and vineyard paths. The day involves some walking but nothing strenuous; the guide adjusts pace to the group. Service animals welcome. Not suitable for those with serious heart or mobility conditions, though generally accessible.
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