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The 5 Must-Visit Châteaux Around Bordeaux in 2025 – A Perfect Guide for Wine Lovers 🍷

Are you planning a trip to Bordeaux in 2025? Make sure you don’t miss these five iconic châteaux. This guide will take you through Bordeaux’s finest wine estates, rich in history, architecture, and world-renowned wines. Get ready for a unique blend of wine tasting, cultural discovery, and unforgettable experiences. 1. Château Margaux – The Icon of Grands Crus Classés Looking for the ultimate Bordeaux wine experience? Château Margaux is a… Read More »The 5 Must-Visit Châteaux Around Bordeaux in 2025 – A Perfect Guide for Wine Lovers 🍷

Véhicule devant l'entrée monumentale du château Larivière

Fronsac: Uncovering Bordeaux’s Hidden Gem with Imperial Roots

Travel back in time to the Carolingian era. It is said that Charlemagne, with his visionary gaze, cast his eyes upon the hills of Fronsac. Recognizing great wine potential when he saw it, he is believed to have ordered the construction of a fortress to protect this land. These hills, composed of clay and limestone, quickly became a haven for vines. But there’s more to the story. Legends say that… Read More »Fronsac: Uncovering Bordeaux’s Hidden Gem with Imperial Roots

Verre de château Figeac avec le célèbre terroir et ses cabernets en transparence.

Château Figeac in Saint-Emilion

An age-old terroirFigeac is a mythical wine. What more can I say than the 78 words that Pierre Desproges used to magnify Cru 71 of Saint Emilion’s premier grand cru? Perhaps, the fact that it’s an ongoing task and that man’s memory must be constantly renewed by the intensity of the senses that this wine provides. As soon as you enter the château, you are greeted by the timeless elegance… Read More »Château Figeac in Saint-Emilion

Bouteille de Clos Carmelet méthode Sauternes

Clos Carmelet in Tabanac: telluric, solar flavors in a secret location.

Following the meandering Garonne, it is well worth the effort to find this property. You have to enter a small valley to find this 0.8 hectare micro-property. The wines from this complex terroir are individually crafted and closely supervised by Gilles Hébrard, the third generation of the family to produce wines from this distinctive terroir. To understand the wine and the family who work this land, it’s necessary to imagine… Read More »Clos Carmelet in Tabanac: telluric, solar flavors in a secret location.

2CV Wine Châteaux Tour in the Médoc: Discover Château Desmirail, Château du Tertre and Château Angludet with Bordeaux-Chateaux.com

Imagine a timeless journey aboard a Citroën 2CV, an emblem of French charm, cruising the picturesque roads of the Médoc in the middle of August 2024, bathed in golden light. It’s an unforgettable adventure that you’ll experience with Bordeaux-Chateaux.com, as you discover three winegrowing gems that embody the excellence of the Médoc terroir: Château Desmirail, Château du Tertre and Château Angludet. First stop: Château Desmirail – Margaux, 3rd Grand Cru… Read More »2CV Wine Châteaux Tour in the Médoc: Discover Château Desmirail, Château du Tertre and Château Angludet with Bordeaux-Chateaux.com

Entrée château Dutertre Margaux

2CV Wine Châteaux Tour in the Médoc: Discover Château Desmirail, Château du Tertre and Château Angludet with Bordeaux-Chateaux.com

Imagine a timeless journey aboard a Citroën 2CV, an emblem of French charm, cruising the picturesque roads of the Médoc in the middle of August 2024, bathed in golden light. It’s an unforgettable adventure that you’ll experience with Bordeaux-Chateaux.com, as you discover three winegrowing gems that embody the excellence of the Médoc terroir: Château Desmirail, Château du Tertre and Château Angludet. First stop: Château Desmirail – Margaux, 3rd Grand Cru… Read More »2CV Wine Châteaux Tour in the Médoc: Discover Château Desmirail, Château du Tertre and Château Angludet with Bordeaux-Chateaux.com

Bordeaux wine Notre deux-chevaux Eglantine devant le château Lilian Ladouys en Médoc

A one day wine trip to the most famous chateaux of the vineyard of Pessac Léognan with Laurent and Eglantine (the car)

Ahh-OOOO-gah!! At the sound, I look out my window and see Laurent from Bordeaux Chateaux parked across the street. An elegant guy, mid 40s in a white shirt and jeans sporting Ray Bans. Laurent is standing next to a pristine example of an early 1970s Citroën 2CV (deux chevaux). He sees me, waves and beckons us down to him.    For the uninitiated, “ahh-OOO-gah” is the sound a klaxon horn… Read More »A one day wine trip to the most famous chateaux of the vineyard of Pessac Léognan with Laurent and Eglantine (the car)

Eglantine, two Citroën horses, with a wicker case and the steeple of Saint Emilion in the background.

Visit of the châteaux of Bordeaux with a 2 cv Citroën from wine tour company Bordeaux-chateaux.com

If you’re looking for a unique way to experience the famous Bordeaux wine region, then a wine tour in a 2CV Citroën with Bordeaux-chateaux.com might be just what you need. The 2CV Citroën is a classic French car that adds a touch of retro charm to your journey, while Bordeaux-chateaux.com provides a customized and informative wine tour experience. Your wine tour will start with a pick-up from your accommodation in… Read More »Visit of the châteaux of Bordeaux with a 2 cv Citroën from wine tour company Bordeaux-chateaux.com

Château Soutard, reception courtyard with a wing added by the architect Fabien Pédelaborde with only materials from the property.

Visit the hidden and unusual terroir of Saint Emilion in a Citroën two-wheeler with the best guides and become an expert in fine Bordeaux wines.

Saint Emilion is a famous wine-producing region located in the Bordeaux area of France. It is known for producing some of the finest red wines in the world, made predominantly from Merlot and Cabernet Franc grapes. The terroir of Saint Emilion is unique, with its combination of limestone, clay, and sandstone soils, which impart distinctive flavors and aromas to the wines produced in the region. Additionally, the area’s microclimate, with its warm, sunny days and cool nights, provides ideal conditions for grape growing. To become an expert in fine Bordeaux wines, it is essential to learn about the various factors that contribute to the flavor and character of each wine. This includes understanding the terroir, the grape varieties used, the winemaking techniques employed, and the aging process. There are many resources available to help you learn about wine, including books, courses, and tastings. Additionally, visiting the wineries and vineyards in person can be a great way to gain firsthand… Read More »Visit the hidden and unusual terroir of Saint Emilion in a Citroën two-wheeler with the best guides and become an expert in fine Bordeaux wines.

Château la Louvière. Château viticole pluri centenaire à Pessac Léognan où les forêts sombre et profondes du 12 ème et 13 ème siècle ont donné la configuration de ce magnifique terroir à Pessac Léognan

Things to know about the Pessac Léognan appellation

The Pessac Léognan appellation is situated in the south of the Bordeaux region and has the best reputation among the nearby Graves appellations. The region is distinguished by its top-quality gravelly soil, from which the name Graves is derived. The appellation is spread over more than 130 000 hectares, covering a dozen towns in the suburban area of Bordeaux (Cadaujac, Talence, Canéjan, Léognan, Martillac, Pessac, Mérignac, Villenave d’Ornon, Gradignan, and… Read More »Things to know about the Pessac Léognan appellation