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Spring is one of the best times to explore Bordeaux. The weather is perfectly mild, the vineyards are bursting with beautiful flowers, and the city comes alive with a relaxed, sunlit atmosphere. Whether you enjoy history or a food lover even a wine enthusiast

Sauternes is a luxurious sweet wine from the Sauternes region, located in the southern part of Bordeaux, France. This area is renowned for its rich golden wine, characterized by complex flavors developed through the unique process of noble rot. What is Sauternes? Sauternes is a sweet wine from the Sauternes region of Bordeaux, France. Sauternes wines are made with Sémillon, Sauvignon Blanc, and Muscadelle grapes. To qualify as a Sauternes, a wine must have an alcohol level of at least 13% and be sweet upon tasting. The communes of Barsac, Sauternes, Bommes, Fargues, and Preignac constitute the Sauternes region. Barsac wines can be classified under the Barsac appellation. The Role of Noble Rot What is

This March 8th, join us at Bordeaux with Elodie as we celebrate International Women's Day. Shining a spotlight on the amazing women who lead and enrich your wine tour experiences. Our almost entirely female team brings passion, expertise, and a personal touch to every tour, making your wine journey unforgettable. A Brief History of March 8th International Women's Day has roots that go back to the early 1900s. Born from the courageous actions of women demanding better working conditions, voting rights, and equal treatment. Today, it's a day celebrated worldwide. Dedicated to honoring women's achievements across all spheres of life while reminding us of the ongoing journey towards gender equality. Our

In France, ‘Les Vendanges’ is the annual grape harvest, a centuries-old tradition deeply rooted in the country's rich viticultural heritage. It is a significant event that takes place between August and October every year, as staff, seasonal workers and volunteers from all over the world come together to pick the grapes that have been nurtured with great care and attention over the preceding months.When are the grapes harvested Although Les Vendanges is a term used for the grape harvest across France, the timing as to when each winery harvests their grapes is the result of lots of consideration and discussion among the vineyard managers, the winemakers, and perhaps external

Did you know that listening to classical music can make wine taste better? It’s well-known that tasting and appreciating wine involves the senses of taste, plus smell and sight, but researchers and anecdotal reports suggest that what you’re listening to also makes a difference as to your perception of what wine tastes like.Tasting wine involves more senses than taste alone Tasting wine firstly involves looking at the wine; is this the medium yellow of a Semillon wine, or the rich deep yellow hue of a sweet Sauterne? A Bordeaux wine that’s a blend of Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot grapes might be more of an intense deep ruby red than

France is hosting the 2023 Rugby World Cup, the sport’s greatest spectacle, with several matches being played in Bordeaux. Teams from Romania and Fiji will have base camps near Bordeaux, in Libourne and Lormont, and several other teams will also be playing here: Chile, Georgia, Ireland, Samoa, South Africa, and Wales.We’re looking forward to welcoming rugby lovers and other visitors from around the world in September, to experience the best of French culture and hospitality. In between matches, there’s lots to see and do in Bordeaux and beyond, from beautiful architecture, to classic and contemporary cuisine, to riverboat cruises, to sampling some of the countless wonderful wines during