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.
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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
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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
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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.
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Friday, October 4 - 2024
Au Revoir!
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Breakfast and check-out from the hotel.
What's included
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4 nights' accommodation with breakfast in 4-star Hotel in Bordeaux
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Private bus with driver for 3 full days
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3 full lunches, and 2 dinners
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8 winery visits with tastings
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City lodging visitor tax
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Grape Tours' tour leader (Pierre Gouttenoire - French winemaker & agronomist)
Not included
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Airfare & travel to and from starting/departure point.
Drinks at meals unless host-ordered
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Entry to any museums, historical sites unless noted
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Personal charges, laundry, phone calls, internet, mini fridge consumed items
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Travel Insurance
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Gratuities for maids, baggage handlers, drivers or guides
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Other trip details
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The tour will start and end in Bordeaux (fly into Bordeaux airport or arrive by train)
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This tour will be confirmed with a minimum of 8 people and a max of 18.
We recommend booking well in advance (see more booking info here).
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Pricing
All-inclusive cost per person (based on double room occupancy): 2400 euro
(single occupancy 2900 euro/p.p.)
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