Overview
Embark on a full-day Médoc wine tour from Bordeaux that takes you through the most prestigious wine estates in the world. Whether you're a seasoned wine connoisseur or a curious traveler, this Médoc wine tour promises an immersive journey into Bordeaux’s famous appellations like Pauillac, St. Estèphe, and Margaux. Enjoy private tastings at renowned estates, including Château Mouton Rothschild, Château Cos d'Estournel, and Château Palmer, where tradition and innovation come together in exceptional wines. From lush vineyards to ancient cellars, you’ll learn the intricacies of Bordeaux wine making from expert guides, offering insights into terroir, grape varieties, and vinification techniques. This luxury experience includes transportation in a Mercedes mid-size van equipped with Wi-Fi, providing both comfort and convenience as you explore the region.
What you will be doing
Your journey begins with a pickup from your hotel in the center of Bordeaux. Enjoy the scenic drive to the Médoc as your guide shares fascinating insights into Bordeaux's wine history and terroir.
Kick off your tour with a visit to the legendary Château Mouton Rothschild in the Pauillac appellation. As a First Classified Growth, this estate offers a unique blend of history and innovation, with a tour that includes its famous art collection and a tasting of its exceptional wines.
Enjoy a relaxing lunch in the quaint town of Pauillac, where you can savour local delicacies paired with a glass of Bordeaux wine.
Next, head to Château Cos d'Estournel, a Second Classified Growth in the St. Estèphe appellation. This château is known for its exotic architecture and bold, structured wines. Your visit will include a guided tour of the vineyards and cellars, followed by a tasting.
End your day with a visit to Château Palmer in the Margaux appellation, famous for its elegant, aromatic wines. A tour of the estate's vineyards and cellars will conclude with a tasting of some of their finest offerings.
Return to Bordeaux
Where we'll meet
🧭 Meeting/pick-up point: Your hotel
🗺️ Instructions: We will pick you up from from your hotel.
Things to know
Accessibility:
You must be over 18 years old.
Fitness requirement
Any fitness level
Tour Language
English
License requirement
None
Additional information:
Minimum group size is 2 and max group size is 6, price vary by group size
All visits depend upon the availability at the time of booking and the itinerary is guideline only.
Inclusion ✅
Tour guide
Alcoholic beverages
Pick up and drop off transport
Tour transport
Lunch
Exclusion ❌
Gratuities
About your host
Decanter ToursIf you want to learn about wine in a fun relaxed environment, you've found the right place. When you take a wine tour with us, we share our knowledge and insights into wine with you. You will leave Bordeaux an expert in our wines, the history and the people. One of the areas most active incoming travel agencies, we have over eighteen years of experience in wine tourism with groups of all sizes. Our staff are all experienced in wine so we know what we are talking about. The wineries we work with know we are serious about wine so you get the best experience possible in Bordeaux.
For every trip booked, Kodama Travel donates £1 to Just One Tree to restore our forests and the ocean.