St. Emilion and Pomerol Full-Day Wine Tour

Explore the varietals and techniques unique to St. Emilion and Pomerol

$1,188 and up

Private

N/A

Small group

Tour Details

About the Tour

Duration: 8 hours
Location: Bordeaux

Photos & Highlights

Spend a day in Bordeaux's Right Bank
Taste local wines and local food
Right Bank and Local Wineries

Tour Description

Discover Bordeaux through its wine on this full-day tour in the regions of St. Emilion and Pomerol, guided by a wine sommelier local to the area. Ideal for those with an interest in wine, this tour will uncover the historical and contemporary production of wine in Bordeaux's Right Bank. Together we'll tour vineyards and chateaux as we learn about the vast variety in terroir which helps to produce grapes, such as Merlot and Cabernet Franc. Our day includes visits to a number of different wineries, a local lunch (at one's own expense) and an encyclopedia of knowledge from your local guide and driver.

Sites Visited

A winery in Saint Emilion
A winery in Pomerol
Medieval Saint Emilion town

Included

Transportation to/from Bordeaux hotel or accommodation
Wine tastings at wineries

Itinerary Detail

This Bordeaux Wine Tour aims at melding an educational day with a pleasing, sensorial experience. We'll meet our guide in Bordeaux at our hotel before driving together to our first winery. On the drive there, our guide will introduce us to the history of the region and set the scene to help us soak up the rest of the day. We'll visit a top winery in Saint Emilion, specializing in 'Grand Cru Classé', an official wine classification declared by Emperor Napoleon III in 1855. We'll taste the wines of the estate as we tour the beautiful surroundings before moving on to our second location, stopping along the way for lunch (at one's own expense). Lunch may be in the local medieval town of Saint Emilion or amongst the vines on a terrace, depending on the clients' interest.

After a tasty local lunch our journey will continue to another tasting in Pomerol where we will continue our tasting (and learning) adventure. As we enjoy our expertly selected wines, our guide will take us through how to best discern the qualities present in the wine, as well as inform us as to what make these selections distinct to the Right Bank in Bordeaux. We'll move from this winery to have a short tour of Saint Emilion itself, a charming medieval town with an interesting history stretching over 2,000 years. (It all started with a monk named Emilion, we are told). We'll finish up our day with more wine tasting, either at a local wine store or another winery estate. We'll drive back to our Bordeaux accommodation filled with our new-found education and appreciation of Bordeaux wine.

Interested in knowing more about the Left Bank? Then try our Wine Tour in Médoc. Or, for a more customized approach, see our Custom & Multi Day Tour options in the Bordeaux region.

FAQ

What is a private tour?

Our private tours are limited exclusively to travelers in your party. They are designed to provide a learning experience that is completely tailored to you and your traveling companions. Private tours give you more flexibility with scheduling (you decide when the walk best fits in your trip), the ability to tailor your itinerary (we'll work to match the itinerary to the interests and dynamics of your group), and more personalized time with your guide.

Is it possible to book for a group of more than six people?
Our vehicles have a max of 8 people. Please contact us to enquire if your group is larger than 6.

How long is a visit to a winery?
A visit can last anywhere between 1-2 hours. This includes a tour of the estate, castle, and tastings.

Can we customize this itinerary?

If there are particular chateaux that you'd like to include, please let us know in your client notes and we will do our best to adapt the itinerary. If you are looking for something completely different, please feel free to email custom@contexttravel.com and we can customize according to your wishes.

Is this suitable for children?

Yes. We can adapt the itinerary and choice of venues to be more suited to children and younger learners.

Where You'll Start

Tour Experts

Elodie

Elodie was born and bred in the Bordeaux region, just minutes from the magnificent vineyards of Saint Emilion, and is as much a product of the area's unique terroir as the local wines are. Elodie's grandfather spent his entire life in the wine and food business, her brother manages a chateau, and her cousin is a wine merchant. After living in the U.S. and Central America for over a decade and working in the gourmet food business for companies like Les Trois Petits Cochons (The Three Little Pigs), Elodie is thrilled to be returning to her roots, and to the beauty and grace of Bordeaux. Elodie loves sharing her passion for Bordeaux with wine and culinary enthusiasts from around the world. Trilingual in English, Spanish, and French, well acquainted with global cultures, and with a deep personal connection to the local community, Elodie is the ideal guide for your stay in Bordeaux. Her unpretentious style puts everyone at ease, from the most experienced wine aficionado to the first-time traveler.

Laura

Born and raised in Pessac Leognan, one of the oldest appellation of the Bordeaux region, Laura has been immersed in the world of wine since her younger age. She always knew she wanted to be surrounded with travelers, good wine and good food. After studying English and Spanish at University she opted for a bachelor degree in tourism followed with a degree in Wine tourism. During several years Laura worked for prestigious vineyards in Bordeaux learning everything about winemaking and wine-tourism.

Emilie

Originally from the North of France, Emilie lived in Paris for many years. After graduating with a degree in tourism & hospitality, she decided to realise her dream: travel the world and discover new cultures! After a year spent in Australia, Emilie came back to France and decided to use her love for culture and history to become an international licensed guide. This decision was revelatory for her and guiding became her priority. Emilie spent years working in the world of luxury, hospitality and tourism (including 8 years as a commercial agent for Air France) before moving to Bordeaux and returning to her first love: red wine! Emilie will know how to show you the best of Bordeaux with much love and sensibility, passion and emotion.