Bordeaux Chateaux: a unique oenological journey in a classic 2CV
Experience an unforgettable romp through the heart of Bordeaux wine country with Bordeaux Chateaux.
We offer unique oenological tours in two vintage 2CV cars. Climb on board Eglantine or Marguerite and your chauffeur will guide you through the terroirs of Saint Emilion, Pessac Leognan, or Medoc.
Bordeaux wine lovers of any stripes will enjoy this tour—it’s ideal for lovers, friends, and family alike.
Marguerite
Eglantine
Concept
We offer unique wine tours in 2 cv collection. A driver takes you on a tour of the unique terroirs of Saint Emilion, Pessac Léognan and Médoc aboard Eglantine and Marguerite.
Marguerite
Eglantine
Visit of castles in Bordeaux: The course of the day
Step 1 : Boarding in Bordeaux
Marguerite or Eglantine will pick you up from the city of Bordeaux. You’ll set off toward your destination—Medoc, Saint Emilion, or Pessac Leognan—accompanied by your chauffeur and oenological guide. Whichever route you choose, you’ll experience the stunning French countryside, dappled with the quaint villages of Margaux, Pauillad, and Pomerol.
Step 2 : Chateaux visits
En route to the wineries of your choice, you’ll ride in luxury and enjoy some delicious treats. Once you arrive, the oenological journey really begins! Wine tastings, cellar viewings, and a crash course in oenology will sharpen your taste buds along with your knowledge of wines and winemaking. You’ll leave the chateau a true connoisseur of Bordeaux wine.
Whether you visit Château Pape Clément, Château Margaux, Château Cheval Blanc, Château les Carmes, or any other, you can trust your expert guide to weave the story of these magnificent chateaux and the oenological history of the Bordeaux region.
Step 3 : Optional gourmet picnic
By request: Make your day even more special with a gourmet snack break. Your guide will offer you a French treat on the grounds of the most beautiful Bordeaux chateaux. You’ll discover the surprising stories of these prestigious chateaux in the comfort of your classic 2CV ride. You’ll never forget the insider peek this tour will give you into the world of Bordeaux oenology. Why not bring the whole family, and introduce your kids to the science of wine?
Step 4 : Return to Bordeaux
The return journey will take you through the history of the Bordeaux region. You’ll disembark with a sophisticated knowledge of the local winemaking tradition. The secrets of terroir, grape varieties, and oenological vocabulary will be laid out before you. Become an expert in wine tasting and selection! When your knowledge is complete and the journey draws to a close, your guide will bring you back to the city, either to the starting point or directly to your hotel.
The course of the day
Step 1 : Boarding
Marguerite or Eglantine will pick you up from the city of Bordeaux. You’ll set off toward your destination—Medoc, Saint Emilion, or Pessac Leognan—accompanied by your chauffeur and oenological guide. Whichever route you choose, you’ll experience the stunning French countryside, dappled with the quaint villages of Margaux, Pauillad, and Pomerol.
Step 2 : Chateaux visits
En route to the wineries of your choice, you’ll ride in luxury and enjoy some delicious treats. Once you arrive, the oenological journey really begins! Wine tastings, cellar viewings, and a crash course in oenology will sharpen your taste buds along with your knowledge of wines and winemaking. You’ll leave the chateau a true connoisseur of Bordeaux wine.
Whether you visit Château Pape Clément, Château Margaux, Château Cheval Blanc, Château les Carmes, or any other, you can trust your expert guide to weave the story of these magnificent chateaux and the oenological history of the Bordeaux region.
Step 3 : Optional gourmet picnic
By request: Make your day even more special with a gourmet snack break. Your guide will offer you a French treat on the grounds of the most beautiful Bordeaux chateaux. You’ll discover the surprising stories of these prestigious chateaux in the comfort of your classic 2CV ride. You’ll never forget the insider peek this tour will give you into the world of Bordeaux oenology. Why not bring the whole family, and introduce your kids to the science of wine?
Step 4 : Return to Bordeaux
The return journey will take you through the history of the Bordeaux region. You’ll disembark with a sophisticated knowledge of the local winemaking tradition. The secrets of terroir, grape varieties, and oenological vocabulary will be laid out before you. Become an expert in wine tasting and selection! When your knowledge is complete and the journey draws to a close, your guide will bring you back to the city, either to the starting point or directly to your hotel.
How to reserve a tour with Bordeaux Chateaux:
To start, choose your route from our three current offering: the châteaux of Graves, a region rich in terroir and history; the daring and historic châteaux of Saint-Emilion ; or the world and renowned châteaux of Médoc, a peninsula on the Atlantic coast. The choice is up to you, but know that any region will be an unforgettable trip.
1. Indicate the size of your group, so that we can be sure to accommodate you. Please note that each of our cars has room for three people as well as the oenological guide who will serve as your chauffeur. Likewise, let us know whether you would like to add an optional gourmet picnic to your journey.
Choose a vintage car to share on your journey—read the stories of Eglantine and Marguerite below!
The story of Eglantine, Bordeaux Chateaux’s red classic 2CV
Eglantine once belonged to the vicar of Brantome parish in Perigord—this car was once holy!
She hit the road on April 4th 1978, and accompanied the vicar to his Perigordian parishes for thirty years. The good Father always said she was heaven-sent, and Saint Christopher must have watched over them both, because Eglantine was steady and true all through her time with the vicar.
She never broke down or crashed, and brought him safely to his flock. By 2008, Eglantine had 35000 kilometres on her speedometer. She was retired to a garage in Perigord, where she slept for years as birds and field mice made their cozy nests on her dashboard. In 2020, she received a makeover and a new purpose: to show people the vineyards that her former driver had so loved. Eglantine headed out again…
The story of Marguerite, Bordeaux Chateaux’s sky blue classic 2CV
As for Marguerite, she belonged to a kindly schoolteacher, Jean René Dumont. Jean René’s real passion was music, and he played the tuba. His old students still tell stories of Jean René playing for them when classes stretched too long and students’ heads tired of arithmetic.
Marguerite traversed the narrow streets of Entre-deux-Mers, taking Jean René and his tuba to band practice. He dolled her up for parades, playing fanfares out of her windows. The pair were known throughout Gironde for twenty years, until Marguerite was passed over for a more modern ride. But Jean René kept her in his garage and his heart as a memory of the musical exploits of his youth.
Finally, wishing to see her out in the world again, he sold Marguerite with a tear in his eye and a promise that she would be well taken care of. Every once in a while, Marguerite passes by Jean René’s house on her travels and honks with joy…
Lastly, choose the date that you would like to experience the beautiful chateaux of Bordeaux. We hope you have a lovely trip and a great day in the company of our passionate guide, Laurent.
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Free cancellation
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Custom tours with Bordeaux Chateaux
Would you like to customise your experience, give the tour as a gift, or organize a professionnal outing?
Our team is happy to help.
Custom tours with Bordeaux Chateaux
Would you like to customise
your experience, give the tour
as a gift, or organize a professionnal outing?
Our team is happy to help.
Bordeaux chateaux : Meet your guide
After 10 years spent in Medoc and travelling the globe, Laurent decided to share the passion that he feels for the rich terroirs of the Bordeaux region.
Coming from a winemaking family on his father’s side and a local Perigordian family on his mother’s side, the land and its symbolic power have always fascinated Laurent.
His experiences in France and abroad brought him back home to share the exceptional terroirs and historical secrets of Bordeaux and its three great winemaking regions: Saint Emilion, Médoc and Pessac Léognan.
Meet your guide
After 10 years spent in Medoc and travelling the globe, Laurent decided to share the passion that he feels for the rich terroirs of the Bordeaux region.
Coming from a winemaking family on his father’s side and a local Perigordian family on his mother’s side, the land and its symbolic power have always fascinated Laurent.
His experiences in France and abroad brought him back home to share the exceptional terroirs and historical secrets of Bordeaux and its three great winemaking regions: Saint Emilion, Médoc and Pessac Léognan.
Learn
Discover the exciting history
of wine country
See
Enjoy sunny landscapes and unique countryside
Taste
Savour the best dishes and wines straight from the winery
Share
Converse with your guide and with other wine lovers
Learn
Discover the exciting history
of wine country
See
Enjoy sunny landscapes and unique countryside
Taste
Savour the best dishes and wines straight from the winery
Share
Converse with your guide and with other wine lovers
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