Bordeaux with the Winemaker
a Grapetrotters Adventure in October 2024
Imagine visiting one of the World's most historical and important wine regions with a winemaker who helped shape the wines of France! This is a unique opportunity to join Pierre Gouttenoire for an insider's trip through Bordeaux as you could never experience it otherwise.
Monday, September 30 - 2024
ARRIVAL IN BORDEAUX, VISIT TO CITE DE VIN & WELCOME DINNER
We meet in the lobby of our 4-star hotel at around 4 pm and you will join Pierre Gouttenoire, winemaker and co-founder of Grape Tours, for a visit of Bordeaux's new Cite de Vin & a lovely welcome dinner as we get ready to explore 3 of the most important Bordeaux regions over the next 3 days.
Tuesday, October 1 - 2024
RIGHT BANK
We'll go discover the right bank and visit three wineries to discover the complexity of Merlot in different terroirs (Fronsac, Pomerol and Saint-Emilion), with a fabulous lunch at one of the wineries.
We'll stop in picturesque St. Emilion for a guided tour.
Free time after the tour to try a restaurant of your choice or to relax in the hotel.
Wednesday, October 2 - 2024
LEFT BANK
On this day we'll head to the West side of the river where Cabernet-Sauvignon prevails, to the iconic areas of Margaux, Pauillac -Saint Estèphe and Saint-Julien to explore the diversity of styles according to the terroir.
We will meet a barrel maker to understand the art of the ageing in wood.
We'll enjoy a delicious lunch at the second winery during which we'll enjoy more wines. A third winery in the afternoon will be with a chocolate tasting.
Free time after the tour to try a restaurant of your choice or to relax in the hotel.
Thursday, October 3 - 2024
SAUTERNES & PESSAC-LEOGNAN
On the third morning, we will start the day by a stop in Pessac-Leognan to taste delicious top white wine and red (a blend of Cabernet-Sauvignon and Merlot). Then we head to the amazing area of Sauternes where we will get to try world-class wines, with lunch at the winery. There's a good chance that it'll be harvesting time for the grapes in Sauternes, so it's really a very unique time to visit.
Goodbye aperitif with plenty of good wines, cheese & charcuterie.
Friday, October 4 - 2024
Au Revoir!
Breakfast and check-out from the hotel.
What's included
4 nights' accommodation with breakfast in 4-star Hotel in Bordeaux
Private bus with driver for 3 full days
3 full lunches, and 2 dinners
8 winery visits with tastings
City lodging visitor tax
Grape Tours' tour leader (Pierre Gouttenoire - French winemaker & agronomist)
Not included
Airfare & travel to and from starting/departure point.
Drinks at meals unless host-ordered
Entry to any museums, historical sites unless noted
Personal charges, laundry, phone calls, internet, mini fridge consumed items
Travel Insurance
Gratuities for maids, baggage handlers, drivers or guides
Other trip details
🗓️ When? 30 September - 4 October 2024 - it is the exciting harvest time!
🌍 Where? We will stay in Bordeaux (fly into Bordeaux or highspeed train from Paris)
🎟️ Limited Spaces Available (min 8 - max 16 people)! Reserve your spot for an unforgettable journey.
Pricing
All-inclusive cost per person (based on double room occupancy): 2400 euro
(single occupancy 2900 euro/p.p.)