Sauternes and Pessac Leognan Full Day experience
- 8 hours
- Free cancellation up to 24h before
- 3 languages
- Private tour
Highlights
Discover two of Bordeaux’s most distinctive white wine regions in one private experience. Compare the elegant, mineral-driven dry whites of Pessac-Léognan with the world-famous sweet wines of Sauternes, shaped by the unique Botrytis cinerea “noble rot.” Led by a WSET Level 3 certified guide, you’ll gain a deeper understanding of the region’s diverse terroirs, winemaking traditions, and the remarkable contrast between these two iconic appellations.
Inclusions
What's included
- Wine education about Bordeaux terroir and winemaking with professional sommelier during all day
- Guided visits to selected chateaux
- Several wine tastings at the wineries
- Hotel pick-up/drop-off; transport during the tour
What's not
- Lunch at local restaurant
- Personal purchases of wine at châteaux, tips
Itinerary
9:30 – Departure from Bordeaux Meet your guide and along the way, enjoy beautiful vineyard landscapes while learning about the history of Bordeaux, its renowned appellations, and the region’s winemaking traditions. 11:00 – Visit to a first winery Visit a carefully selected winery in famous Pessac Leognan or Graves regions of Bordeaux. Enjoy a guided tour of the estate, discover the winemaking process from vineyard to bottle, and finish with a tasting of the château’s wines. 12:30 – Lunch Break Enjoy free time for lunch at a charming local restaurant in the region (meal at your own expense). 15:00 – Visit to a Second Winery Continue your journey with a visit to a second prestigious château in Sauternes. Learn about a different winemaking philosophy, and enjoy guided tasting showcasing the diversity of sweet wines. 16:00 – Return to Bordeaux Relax on the drive back to Bordeaux and your guide will answer any remaining questions. 17:00 back to your accommendation and say bye to your guide)
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.
Know before you go
- Pickup
- Pickup is included for everyone.
- Ticket type
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operated by
- Glass of Emotions
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
How it compares in France, outside the cities
- Its from-price is 500% above the median of the 687 experiences we list in France, outside the cities.
- It is longer than most of them.
- The operator lists free cancellation on it.
Special offers in France, outside the cities
Was/now prices come from the operator, never from us.
