Stéphane and Éric from Team Phééric have planned for you a break and nice experience near Bordeaux. With the Freedom Package, you are free to come and go as you please. All the appointments have already been made. You will be given a very detailed Roadbook when you arrive.
Join us for a memorable wine, gourmet and cultural tour throughout the Bordeaux area to explore its magical vineyards, picturesque villages, historic cities and wine estates. Your hosts Pascale, Stephane and Eric will treat you as a member of the family will introduce you to this beautiful & world-famous region of France. You will learn to appreciate the art of winemaking during visits of wine estates and tasting and learn how the French have developed life's simple pleasures into a true art form.
Day 1 - Arrival in Bordeaux
- Reach the Domaine de Quittignan Brillette(2) an authentic charming French family mansion, where you will join your hosts at a welcome drink and briefing. This evening, you will enjoy a hearty three-course dinner, using fresh, local ingredients and paired with regional wines and cheeses, prepared by your host Pascale who will serve you in her cozy dining room, a French concept called table d’hôte.
Day 2 - Margaux, Moulis
- Breakfast;
- Leave for Margaux in the morning for a tour and Grand Cru Classified wine tasting;
- Suggestions of sites to see approved by Team Phééric;
- Lunch(1) to discover the deep flavors and traditions of France Southwest;
- Guided visit & wine tasting in a Margaux Classified Growth 1855;
- Guided visit of The Museum of Wine and Vine Arts and Trades at Chateau Maucaillou with tasting;
- Return to Quittignan Brillette Mansion. Experience a super relaxed and enjoyable table d'hôte dinner with wines from La Cave de Phééric(4).
Day 3 - Saint-Émilion
- Breakfast and morning at leisure to explore Saint-Émilion, a 'must see'. Known since ancient times for the quality of its wines, this small medieval city has recently been classed a World Heritage Site by Unesco;
- Guided visit of the amazing underground monuments of the village;
- Lunch(1) in a local restaurant followed by some free time;
- Guided visit at famous Grand Cru and its underground cellar in an old stone quarry;
- Guided visit to Les Cordeliers, in the village centre, which produces sparkling wines using the Traditional Method in the deep cellars of the 14th century Cloister;
- Return to the Domaine for a table d’hôtes dinner with wines from La Cave de Phééric(4).
Day 4 - Pauillac & Blaye
- Breakfast and travel to discover the “route des châteaux” from Moulis to Saint-Estèphe. The tour includes some of the most prestigious red wines and remarkable architectural estates like Latour, Mouton Rothschild, Lafite Rothschild… Tasting at the Chateau Mouton Rothschild(3) which have magnificent winery and a beautiful collection of art related to the vineyard;
- Lunch(1) at traditional French brasserie;
- Depart by boat for a guided tour of Vauban's Citadel to BLAYE, a masterpiece of military construction;
- Return to the Domaine for a table d’hôtes dinner with wines from La Cave de Phééric(4).
Day 5 - Bordeaux city
- Breakfast;
- Visit of Bordeaux city (all day long). Place of culture, Bordeaux, an 18th century architectural gem, has been officially included on the list of UNESCO World Heritage sites as of 28 June 2007;
- French bistro lunch(1);
- Wine and cheese pairing at the “wine and cheese lover’s paradise”;
- Afternoon free time to stroll on your own, plan some visits or do some shopping in the longest shopping street of Europe;
- Return to Quittignan Brillette and dinner in table d'hôte's cozy space;
Day 6 - Graves, Pessac-Léognan
- After breakfast leave for a small yet renowned Bordeaux appellation area. Enjoy a tour and Grand Cru Classified wine tasting, where the great location and excellent premises are sure to surprise you;
- Visit of the Winery located in the heart of Médoc. A recent original place for discovering your œnologic profile. You are invited to discover your own tastes and the corresponding wines that suit them in an exclusive event: the Wine Sign ®;
- Lunch(1) in country inn “La table du Lavoir” located to the famous estate of Château Smith Haut-Lafitte;
- Suggested walk around the appellation area, taking in its most beautiful Chateau;
- Visit and wine tasting at famous Grand Cru Classé of Pessac-Léognan;
- Return to the Domaine for a table d’hôtes dinner with wines from La Cave de Phééric(4).
Day 7 - Departure day
- Breakfast;
- End of tour.
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