Saint-Emilion wine tour in a small group (Mercedes EQV Minivan)

8 Hours

Enjoy a full-day wine tour in Saint-Émilion in a small group. And enjoy the comfort of our electric, air-conditioned Mercedes van with leather interior and luxury finish.
Your driver/guide will take advantage of the journey to give you information about the vineyard. The Romans already exploited the vines in Saint-Émilion. You will discover the magnificent vineyards of the right bank of the Garonne, and the chateaux which make these appellations famous. We have reserved small group visits for you, in areas of Saint-Emilion or Pomerol. On your arrival, the castle guide will take you on a guided tour of the cellars, the vines, the vat room…
Your small group tour in Saint-Émilion will allow you to taste the wines from the estates visited at the end of each of the 3 visits. You will learn tasting techniques, and you will discover olfactory sensations and perfumes that you never suspected….
The cobbled streets of Saint-Émilion will then open up to you. You will marvel at the treasures of this charming medieval village, the legacy of the monk Emilion.

You will be 6 people maximum for this small group tour.

Included

  • Bottled water
  • Parking fees in Saint-Émilion
  • Walking tour in Saint-Emilion to discover its cultural heritage
  • Vehicle with air conditioning and Wi-Fi
  • Round-trip private transportation with your chauffeur/guide

Not included

  • Tip or gratuity
  • Entrance fees to monuments, museums or Chateaux
  • Meals and drinks, unless otherwise stated

Programme

The starting point of your tour, if you have not chosen to be picked up at your hotel.

Your first visit of the day, around Saint-Émilion. The estate surrounded by its vines will welcome you to discover the secrets of the vine and the making of wine. Your visit will conclude with a tasting of the estate wines.

(This is a typical program, the Château visited could change depending on the availability)

You can stroll through the medieval village of the monk Émilion. The village located at the top of a hill, offers a breathtaking view of the surrounding vineyards. You will be able to appreciate the architectural richness of this heritage, which combines constructions made from the 11th century to the 21st century. You can admire the beauty of the hilly landscapes, covered with some of the most famous vineyards in the world. You will not resist taking out your cameras to keep a memory of these enchanting panoramas.

This restaurant is surrounded by the most prestigious vineyards of Saint-Emilion and Pomerol. The cuisine is simple but refined. The chef works with producers whose expertise guarantees fresh and quality local products. The terrace, born from the design of Jean Nouvel, offers an exceptional view of the vineyards.

(This is a typical program, the restaurant where your table will be booked could change depending on the availability)

You will discover a Premier Grand Cru Classé of Saint-Emilion, Château Canon, built 250 years ago by the privateer Jacques Canon.

(This is a typical program, the Château visited could change depending on the availability)

To conclude your day, you will visit Beauregard, which was one of the residences of the Knights of St. John of Jerusalem, during the Crusades in the Holy Land. The only battle, still waged today by the owners of the estate, is that which allows them each year to make one of the best wines of the Pomerol appellation.

(This is a typical program, the Château visited could change depending on the availability)

En bref...

  • 1 to 7 people
  • Luxury Minivan (Mercedes V-Classe or similar)
  • 8 hours
  • 3 Châteaux + village
  • More than 6 wines
  • 89€ / Pers.