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Accommodation
This beautifully restored 18th-century chateau offers an exceptional stay, combining historic character with the warmth and comfort of a private guesthouse. Surrounded by the beauty of the Bordeaux countryside, it provides a welcoming retreat…
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Chateau History
Dating back to the 18th century, this historic chateau sits just outside Bordeaux. Rich in character and full of charm, it offers the perfect base for exploring the vineyards, estates, and winemaking traditions that have made Bordeaux famous worldwide…
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Meet your Hosts
From summers spent among the vines to building a life together through wine, Michael and Maud’s story is deeply rooted in the traditions of the French countryside. Today, they bring that same passion to their Bordeaux Wine Experience…
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Please note local time in Bordeaux: 04:50 pm
Latest blog posts
No Rules, Just Wine: Lafleur’s Bold New Direction
The Rules That Built Bordeaux Bordeaux’s global prestige rests on a foundation of rules — a meticulous appellation system designed to guarantee authenticity, quality, and a sense of place. To carry the Bordeaux name, winemakers must follow a long... Read more »
Wine and Opera: Passion and Emotion
Wine and Opera: passion and emotion The Palais Garnier: the most beautiful opera house in the world Wine and opera For me a good opera is just music and hopefully “nice”. But that is not enough: I need outstanding to create an... Read more »
Pessac-Léognan: Rebranded
Pessac-Léognan rebranded By Ronald Rens, M.Sc., Wine Master Guests at Haut Brion, the summit of the Pessac-Léognan appellation Pessac-Léognan, lacking the reputation it deserves Almost 40 years ago, I started learning about Bordeaux and its great wines. This was long before we ever... Read more »