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From Bordeaux: Full-Day St Emilion Wine Tasting Tour

1. From Bordeaux: Full-Day St Emilion Wine Tasting Tour

The wine region of Libournais encompasses much of what is referred to as the Right Bank. Named after its historical capital, the expression Right Bank typically refers to wines from the Pomerol and St-Emilion areas of the Libournais. There are several villages around the region that share the Saint-Émilion name, such as Montagne-Saint-Émilion and St-Georges-Saint-Émilion which are named the satellite appellations. The area is bordered to the west by Pomerol. Merlot is the dominant grape in this area, followed by Cabernet Franc and a very small quantity of Malbec that is tending to disappear. The climate and damper, cool soils of the area make it difficult for Cabernet Sauvignon grapes to fully ripen and as such is less often used. Depart for the Saint Emilion wine region and enjoy a visit and wine tasting at a famous classified growth Chateaux of the Pomerol or Saint Emilion appellation. Afterward, arrive in the village of Saint Emilion and enjoy a guided walking tour with your guide to discovering the main monuments of this quaint hilltop village. During your free time for lunch and personal discovery, visit the underground monuments of Saint Emilion. In the afternoon, experience another visit and wine tasting session in one of the selected Classified Chateaus of Saint Emilion.

Bordeaux: St-Emilion Vineyards e-Bike Tour with Wine & Lunch

2. Bordeaux: St-Emilion Vineyards e-Bike Tour with Wine & Lunch

Peddle through the famous vineyards of St-Emilion on this electric cycling day trip from Bordeaux. Visit two chateaux, as well as a Great Classified Growth estate, and the Unesco-listed village of St-Emilion.  Start the day with a short drive (50 min) to the St-Emilion region. Begin by touring in the vineyards on e-bike to see famous wineries like Petrus or Château Cheval Blanc. Cycle through lush vineyards by bike and arrive at the first chateau which is a growth classified chateau. Walk through the vineyards and learn about the estate’s traditional history. Savor a wine tasting in the garden with a flavorful lunch.  Then ride the e-bikes to explore another winery on a guided tour and learn about their winemaking process from the vine to the bottle. At the end of the tour discover the charming village of St-Emilion which has been classified as a Unesco World Heritage Site since 1999 and head back to Bordeaux and conclude your tour. 

Bordeaux Essentials Full Day Small Group Wine Tour

3. Bordeaux Essentials Full Day Small Group Wine Tour

This full day guided tour is the ultimate Bordeaux lifestyle experience. Impress your taste buds and get a real sense of life in France. You'll spend the day relaxing and exploring the remarkable richness and diversity of Bordeaux's wines. By the end of the day, you'll be a Bordeaux wine expert!  Start the tour with the Grand Cru Classé winery in the Graves region. Enjoy a variety of their red and dry white wines. Next, visit a family-owned wine estate in Entre-Deux-Mers, considered Bordeaux's 'Little Tuscany'. Here, indulge in a traditional French picnic with local produce, cheese, and cured meat. After lunch, visit the medieval village of Saint-Emilion. Your guide will show you the charming streets and tell you about the history of the region, which is classified as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. After visiting the village, you'll enjoy one last wine tasting at an authentic family-owned wine estate in Saint-Emilion or Pomerol. However, all good things must come to an end and you'll soon be comfortably returned to central Bordeaux.

Bordeaux: Saint-Emilion Electric Bike Tour with Picnic Lunch

4. Bordeaux: Saint-Emilion Electric Bike Tour with Picnic Lunch

An extraordinary way to visit Bordeaux vineyards and in line with the times; come try our electric bike tour in Saint-Emilion! In a small group, we safely guide you through spectacular winding vineyard views in Saint-Emilion and Pomerol. Discover the grape varieties that highlight Bordeaux’s emblematic prestige over other renowned regions. Taste wines in the privacy of the chateaus where they are made before losing yourself in the charm and beauty of the medieval village of Saint-Emilion. Between winery visits, enjoy a fresh lunch in the heart of the vines, letting time stand still as you bask in the sun and fresh air. End your day with a glass of wine and french appetizers. This tour is an effortless adventure for any ability level thanks to the electrical power of our brand new bikes. Join us for an invigorating journey through this historical French landscape! Itinerary: 09:00 Meet your guide in front of the Bordeaux Tourist Office at 12 cours du 30 Juillet. Depart for Saint-Emilion in a minivan 10:00 Hop on! Get your E-bike and apparel before a security briefing with your guide 11:15 Visit of a chateau in Saint-Emilion & red wine tasting followed by a private seated picnic lunch home-made by our local caterer with a view of the vines! 14:00 Guided visit of Saint-Emilion and its picturesque cobbled pathways 15:30 Discover a family owned estate located on one of the best terroir of Saint Emilion’s vineyards! Enjoy an additional tasting and a final glass of wine with some nibbles to complete the tasting. 17:30 Back to Bordeaux! *We are happy to adapt to your dietary needs. However, we cannot guarantee vegan catering. Please inform us at least 72 hours before tour departure. All guests must measure a minimum of 155 cm (5.02 feet) tall and have sufficient cycling experience to reserve this tour. The safety of everyone is our priority, so if you don't meet these requirements and an accident occurs, no refund shall be given.

Bordeaux: Saint Emilion Village with Chateaus & Wine Tasting

5. Bordeaux: Saint Emilion Village with Chateaus & Wine Tasting

Soak up the charm of the village of Saint Emilion on this guided tour from Bordeaux. Travel in a comfortable vehicle and have time to explore this medieval village. Explore regional wines with a tasting experience and a visit to local chateaus. Enjoy a snack and complimentary water along the way. Meet your guide in Bordeaux and hop aboard a car or van for the scenic drive through the French countryside to Saint Emilion. Ride thorugh one of the most beautiful vineyards along the way. See this quaint village and stop at a church that provides excellent views of the village of Saint Emilion. Have some free time to soak up the views and capture some pictures before heading two breathtaking chateaus. Discover the local terroir and go for a stroll thorugh a vineyard as you learn about the history of the region. Unlock the secrets of the wine making process. Delight your senses as you taste 5-6 wines during your visit to the chateaus. Return to your accommodation with unforgettable memories at the end of your tour.

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What people are saying about Pomerol

Overall rating

4.8 / 5

based on 183 reviews

Our guide, Jerome, was excellent. He was very knowledgeable about the area and the wines and production, rating, and all other aspects. Jerome was very courteous and helpful as it was raining all day, he did his best to make sure that he parked where we wouldn’t be walking in the rain too much. The entire tour was fun and very interesting. Even though we have been on several different wine tours in the past, we learned several things on this tour. We were very glad we took this tour and are going to make sure to recommend it to our friends.

As part of the tour, we had three wine tastings in the St. Emilion region. The wine was amazing. As a bonus, we were able to have a chocolate tasting and toured the church. The guide, Jerome (sp?), was highly knowledgeable and spoke excellent English.

Perfect trip with the greatest guide Karim! I was solo traveling over the weekend and had the best time. Karim really has a great knowledge of the wine and made you feel welcome.

It’s was a good experience! Hugo our guide n driver n new found friend was an amazing person. Very caring and helpful. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Clement was a great guide, very knowledgeable. Loved the charcuterie lunch. We had lots to taste too! We had a wonderful time.