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Medoc is a wine region located north of Bordeaux on the left bank of the Gironde estuary. The region is known for producing some of the world's most prestigious red wines, made primarily from the Cabernet Sauvignon grape variety. The following top picks of wineries in Medoc have been selected by our team of experts who have visited these châteaux themselves and have loved them – so we are recommending some of the best options out there! Here are our top picks of wineries in the Medoc region: 1 - Château Pichon Baron We’re jumping straight into one of the most renowned wineries of the region, located in the town of

Are you looking for a unique and breathtaking experience? Join us on a visit to the Dune du Pilat (aka Dune du Pyla), the tallest sand dune Europe has to offer, located on the coast of the Arcachon Bay area, approximately an hour drive from Bordeaux city center, it’s the perfect day out away from the city. Standing tall at 107 meters, the Dune du Pilat offers breathtaking views of the surrounding landscape and the ocean. The dune is constantly shifting and evolving, making it a truly dynamic and ever-changing natural wonder. One of the best ways to experience this landmark is by taking a private tour with our knowledgeable guides

Bonjour, As you’ve probably heard, there have been ongoing protests and strikes taking place around France about the pension reforms. We’re here to let you know what it's like travelling to France during protests at the moment and whether it could affect your trip. Yes, it is ok to travel to France! Despite the ongoing protests and strikes, as locals, we can confidently say it is still totally safe for tourists to travel to France. While some demonstrations and strikes may disrupt public transport, the other days it is normal and the streets are calm. That said, it’s important to be aware of any protests or strikes that may be taking

We have put together a list of our favorite and notable hotels in Bordeaux, you’ll be sure to find the perfect one for your Bordeaux getaway! 1 - InterContinental Bordeaux Le Grand Hôtel (5-star hotel) This luxury hotel offers a range of uniquely designed and decorated rooms and suites for you to choose from, with an excellent location facing the historic Grand Théâtre (Place de la Comédie). With only a 9 minute walk from the impressive Bordeaux Cathedral, it is the perfect location if you want to stay in the heart of the city as well as a great spot to kick-start your wine tour with us! You’ll be glad to

Become a member of our Bordeaux Wine Club today, for free, no strings attached! Back in 2017 we created the Bordeaux Wine Club for our guests who wanted our experise to choose and buy great Bordeaux wines; we know how challenging it can be to select great bottles, find older vintages and rare bottles, understand the labels, the terroirs

You've probably heard about Saint-Emilion, one of the most famous wine appellations in the world. But do you know the full and intriguing history of Saint-Emilion? Keep reading for the hidden details of Saint-Emilion… Saint Emilion is a village of about 2000 people, 45 min away from Bordeaux. Perched on a rocky promontory, Saint Emilion and its vineyard derive their uniqueness from the limestone, which offers exceptional soils to its vines.  The history of Saint-Emilion dates back to the 8th century where the name Saint Emilion was created, originated from a Breton named Émilion. He was born in Vannes and became famous for his miracles, later he decided to leave his

When NYC Tastes blogger writes about her private wine tour with Bordeaux With Elodie… Cheers! Day two of the Bordeaux wine tour was also my birthday and it was absolutely perfect. We began in St. Emilion; an amazing medieval town on the Right Bank of Bordeaux with breathtaking views from every angle and one of our favorite winery’s of the trip Chateau Guadet.  This small vineyard is one of only two wineries in the heart of St. Emilion and owned by the famous Petrus wine family. The vineyard consists of 80% Merlot and 20% Cabernet Franc grapes, merlot being the prominent grape grown on most Right Bank properties. We started our

Bordeaux- Chateau Paloumey, Le Saint Julien & Chateau Mouton Rothschild & by NYC Tastes In order to get the full Bordeaux experience, we booked a two day wine tour through Bordeaux with Elodie. Our fantastic guide Lea picked us up at our place each morning then drove us to various wineries beginning with Chateau Paloumey on the Left Bank. This small winery has had a long history in the Medoc region however it wasn’t all wonderful.  Back in the 1950’s the original owners abandoned the vineyard due to rising costs and it wasn’t until 1990 when it was purchased by the Cazeneuve family that it became a fully functioning winery once again.