About Michael and Maud
"Margaret, you exemplify the epitome of gracious hostess!"
Thank you both for making these five days some of the most special fun and enjoyable days we’ve ever spent.
Don & Sandy G, Florida, USA (The Bordeaux Grand Cru Tour)
"Host and hostess second to none"
We especially enjoyed the education, the wonderful stories, good laughs and camaraderie and smiled all week.
Harold and Laurel C, AZ, USA (The Bordeaux Grand Cru Harvest Tour)
"Ronald your laidback nature coupled with your impressive knowledge made each day an adventure beyond our imaginations."
After this experience every sip of French wine will be matched with the image of a smiling Ronald and an elegant hostess, Margaret.
Don and Mary H, AZ, USA (The Bordeaux Grand Cru Harvest Tour)
"This is a wine experience of a lifetime!"
Ronald your passion for wine and your great sense of humor, and your endless stories entertained us constantly! We will never forget this trip!
Paul & Margaret A & Stephen & Barbara M, Ireland (The Bordeaux Grand Cru Tour)
"The Bordeaux Wine Experience surpassed everything we hoped for"
Ronald, our trip leader & wine guru was tremendous: knowledgeable, witty, humorous and very articulate.
Jack and Jane N, CT, USA (The Bordeaux Harvest Tour)
"You are charming hosts"
From Ronald’s exuberance to Margaret’s gastronomic expertise, it’s clear that you enjoy what you do and are very good at it.
Kirk and Jane G, IL, USA (The Bordeaux Grand Cru Harvest Tour)
"Your personal warmth and enthusiasm made this week a continual delight"
We especially appreciated your generosity in sharing your wine treasures with us. We liked Bordeaux from our previous visit, but we learned from you how to love it even more.
Lu and Jack M, CT, USA (The Bordeaux Grand Cru Harvest Tour)
"All educational experiences should be as nice!"
Thank you so much for the humor and knowledge you have brought us – irreplaceable!
Albert and Sandy M, California, USA (The Bordeaux Grand Cru Tour)
"You made my holiday with your impressive stories"
It shows that for Ronald this isn’t a job: he just loves wine, he loves what he is doing!
Nikolas and Kira, Riga, Latvia (The Grand Tour of Bordeaux)
"A truly wonderful experience!"
We really enjoyed Ronald’s tremendous knowledge of wine and local history, as well as his humor and wit. Margaret made us feel right at home.
Lisa and Mark L, CA, USA (The Grand Tour of Bordeaux)
"We couldn’t have asked for anything to make it better"
You are both so friendly and down to earth and made everyone so welcome and comfortable. Your hospitality has been amazing.
Nancy B and Brewster G, Oregon, USA (The Bordeaux Grand Cru Tour)
"Maud, you are such a warm and gracious host!"
What a delightful stay, we are very impressed and grateful.
Glenn and Trish C, NSW, Australia The Bordeaux Harvest Tour
"We loved being part of the Bordeaux Wine Experience!"
Ronald, your knowledge, enthusiasm, and fantastic storytelling ability have made this such a personal and heartfelt experience.
Kristin and Darren N, Nevada, USA (The Bordeaux Grand Cru Tour)
"So much happened, so much learned, such an experience"
Ronald, your knowledge of wine and easy explications and the humor will long be remembered.
Steve O, AZ, USA (Single traveller on the Bordeaux Grand Cru Harvest Tour)
"A wonderful week"
Of course, the personal contact with both of you gives guests very quickly the feeling of extended family and is so special.
Eric & Linda L, Canada (The Bordeaux Grand Cru Tour)
Rooted in Wine and Tradition
Stay at a Bordeaux Chateau
American-born Michael spent his summers in the South of France on his family’s vineyard, where he developed a deep appreciation for the way wine, food, friendship, family, and history intertwine. The vineyard was more than a business; it was a way of life, rich with tradition, storytelling, and shared moments around the table.
Meeting his Future Wife through Wine
After completing university in the United States in 2005, Michael returned to France to deepen his knowledge of winemaking. In 2008, he attended the University of Wine at Suze-la-Rousse to contribute to the family vineyard as Estate Director, and to reconnect with the culture, cuisine, and wine that had shaped him.
It was there that he met Maud, sparking a connection grounded in shared passion.
A Shared Passion for Wine and Tradition
Maud, having fun at the cooking class
French-born Maud split her time between Paris and the South, managing her art gallery while helping out at her family’s restaurant. Their mutual love of wine, food, and tradition brought them together, and soon Maud became deeply involved in the vineyard as well.
After several years working side by side, they set out to explore the world in 2012. Over 12 years of travel, they eventually landed in the United States, where they started their family, Margaux in 2018 and James in 2020, and pursued careers in Life Sciences and Aerospace & Defense.
Yet, no matter how far they roamed, the essence of wine, food, friendship, and family never left them.
The Draw of Wine and Quality of Life
Michael makes your experience unforgettable
A few years ago, Michael and Maud returned to France, drawn back to the things that had always shaped their lives: wine, food, friendship, family, and history. It was a return to their roots, but also the beginning of a new chapter.
Today, they welcome guests from around the world to experience Bordeaux through a very personal lens. Their own history and years spent building friendships across the wine world have shaped the way they host, the places they visit, and the people guests meet along the way. From the great chateaux to the individuals and families behind the wines, Michael and Maud believe the most memorable experiences happen when you get beyond the usual introductions and feel genuinely welcomed.
For them, wine is the starting point. It is the people, the conversations, the shared tables, and the moments that unfold along the way that make an experience truly special. Their greatest pleasure is sharing the Bordeaux they know and love, creating the kind of connections that stay with guests long after they return home.
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