View of Paris vineyard in the afternoon.

Fine Wine Estates

The journey begins at the renowned Mandarin Oriental, Paris, home to an exceptional wine collection, and continues on to Bordeaux to meet the winemakers in appellations including Saint-Émilion and Sauternes.

It features private tastings with sommeliers and cellar masters at some of the great châteaux, and food pairings prepared by private chefs.

The journey can be personalised at every stage, elevated with dining at a two-Michelin star restaurant surrounded by Sauternes vines, or customised for the most seasoned wine collectors, for whom visits to other legendary châteaux can be arranged.

Details

3-night, 4-day journey
From GBP 3,750 per person
When to Travel: Magnificent in all seasons

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Day 1

Arrive at Mandarin Oriental, Paris

Begin your journey at Mandarin Oriental, Paris. This beloved 5-star hotel is home to an exceptional cellar overseen by Head Sommelier David Biraud, one of the world’s most celebrated.
Overnight at Mandarin Oriental, Paris.

Day 2

The Left Bank and Pessac-Léognan

Private transfer from Mandarin Oriental, Paris to Montparnasse train station for your First Class TGV train to Bordeaux.
Private transfer to hotel.
In the afternoon, private visit, wine tasting, and Mosaic Tour at Château La Garde.
Overnight stay at Les Sources de Caudalie.

Day 3

The Right Bank and Saint-Émilion

Private transfer to Château Montlabert for private visit and Grand Crus Classés Tasting.
In the afternoon, transfer to Château de Ferrand for private visit, blending workshop, and wine tasting guided by a sommelier.
Overnight stay at Les Sources de Caudalie.

Day 4

Two Great Makers

Private transfer to Château Smith Haut Lafitte for private visit and 'Taste of Paradise' tasting.
In the afternoon, transfer to Château Lafaurie-Peyraguey for private tour of the estate and Lalique crystal barrel with vertical tasting.
Transfer back to Bordeaux.

Inclusions

From GBP 3,750 per person for four days, based on two guests sharing.

1 night at the 5-star Mandarin Oriental, Paris with breakfast.
2 nights’ accommodation at the 5-star Les Sources de Caudalie with daily breakfast, located in the heart of the Château Smith Haut Lafitte vineyards.
Private tastings and tours at 5 exceptional Bordeaux wine châteaux, in the company of sommeliers, cellar masters and winemakers.
The vintages selected for tastings.
First-class TGV train from Paris to Bordeaux.
Private, chauffeured transfers in both Paris and Bordeaux, where mentioned.

When to Travel

Magnificent in all seasons.
Experiences are subject to availability.
Note that a number of châteaux and vineyards are closed on weekends, but alternative itineraries with privileged access can be designed around your departure dates

Exclusions

Flights to/from Paris or Bordeaux.
Excursions, meals and drinks other than those mentioned.
Rare or specified vintages for tastings.

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