Professional - Bordeaux Wine and Cheese Tasting with a walking tour
Description
NICE & ENJOYABLE WALKING TOUR TO EXPLORE THE CHARMING NEIGHBOURHOOD OF BORDEAUX WITH OUR IN-HOUSE SOMMELIER WITH WINE & CHEESE TASTING. This tour is designed by our in-house Sommelier & Wine Expert. He will take you on a stroll through the UNESCO wine merchant streets, many of which are 300 years old. We will walk for almost an hour to discover the neighbourhood of Chartrons and the riverside of Bordeaux while learning about the different grape varieties used in Bordeaux, the important wine regions, how to pick up a bottle in a supermarket or in a restaurant, what is the 1855 classification, how to read a label like a professional, the historical monuments of the district and much more! At the end of the tour we will put all the theoretical knowledge into practical "learning by tasting"… Cheers!! PS - We do other tour like "Bordeaux Organic Food Tour (French Apéro style) in Saint Michel area & Best of Bordeaux Walking tour in City centre check them out.
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Itinerary
We start our tour in the heart of Chartrons also known as Old Wine Merchant street. Situated on the "Port de la lune" (the french name for Port of Moon) also a pet name of Bordeaux dating back from the 17th Century. Today they are all World Unesco heritage.
Enjoy the beatiful view on the river garonne, while learning about its port and wine trade.
While standing at the river side you will see from distance one of the oldest bridges of Bordeaux "Pont de Pierre", it was constructed for Napoleon Bonaparte, dating back to the early 19 century. We will learn the connection of wine and kings. Please note that the monument will not be visited from close.
Looking towards the north of Bordeaux we can spot from a distance another important bridge. You will be surprised to know the amazing technology used behind to create this awesome looking bridge. Here we will also learn about new technologies used in making wines. Please note that the monument will not be visited from close.
One of the most iconic churches in Bordeaux. You will see the beauty of the church and learn the history behind it.
We will be able to spot as well the biggest world wine exposition Museum up the river to the north. Here you will learn about the wine regions and grape varieties while admiring the beauty of the 21st century Museum in a distance. Please note that the monument will not be visited from close.
We will see a "Maisons Jumelles" twin house in English. Once lived by a foreign wine merchant. The importance of foreigners in the Bordeaux wine trade.
Be prepared for a Blind Wine Tasting, this is the time to open up your senses and start sniffing & sipping the luscious wines of Bordeaux paired with different cheese and baguette. Your guide will explain and guide you through this experience in a local wine bar.
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Important Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Travel time is included in the tour duration.
Reviews(219)
We were lucky enough to be the only participants with our three group and therefore get an exclusive tour. The small tour of the neighborhood was very informative. Our guide Adrian was very nice and open-minded. Since the weather was quite rainy, the tour was quite close and we are quickly to the wine bar. There Adrian told us a lot about the Bordeaux wines and there were 4 wines (2x red, 2x white) tasted. For us it was just in the right detail and we enjoyed the tour.
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! 🍷😊 We're delighted that you enjoyed your exclusive experience with Adrian and that the tour and tasting were a memorable part of your visit to Bordeaux. We truly appreciate your kind words and hope to welcome you back again soon. Santé!
I love Viator as you get to meet such lovely and knowledgeable experts like Adrian. We spent a good half hour touring the old part of Bordeaux and then around an hour tasting wine, while Adrian explain the finer points of the region, the grapes, how to match wine with food. Thoroughly recommend the tour, lovely guide, took the time to answer our questions fully and point out places we should visit. 👍🏻🍷
Enjoyed our walking tour with Pascale and discovered some lovely streets/areas we might not otherwise have visited. The wine & cheese tasting was delicious - so much so that we went back the next night for dinner! Would recommend this for a casual, fun and informative way to spend a few hours exploring beautiful Bordeaux
A lovely, easy walk with History, culture and more from the gorgeous Pascale. Followed by an interesting and informative wine and cheese experience no-one should miss in Bordeaux. Highly recommended.
Ani was our fun guide. He is very knowledgeable on the history of Bordeaux, and as a sommelier, he took us on a wonderful walk while explaining the wine regions, the grapes grown in this region, and much more. We ended with a wine and cheese tasting, putting into practice our new found knowledge. Ani has a fantastic sense of humour and a wicked smile! We highly recommend this tour if you find yourself in the region. Thank you, Ani!
Thank you so much for a ind review. It was. a great pleasure to have you on our tour. Thanks once again. Cheers!
A wonderful leisurely stroll through downtown Bordeaux and then hour long wine tasting with interesting and informative guide. Highly recommend!
Thank you so much for this kind review. We were happy to have you on the tour. Cheers
We took a day trip from Paris to Bordeaux for the Wine and Cheese Tasting walking tour, and we were so glad we did! We met Ani several minutes early at the designated meeting point and went from there. Ani is very knowledgeable on the history of Bordeaux, mixing tales of the past with the history and science of wine, doing it all with a fantastic sense of humor! He has developed some great learning aides to teach but in a very accessible manner. We highly recommend this tour if you find yourself in the region. Thank you Ani!
Thank you so much for the kind comment. We are very happy to have you on the tour. Cheers
Great tour with Pascale. She was knowledgeable about history and wine. We had a great time. Highly recommend for the first time in Bordeaux.
Thank you so much for the kind comment. We are very happy to have you on the tour. Cheers
I had an incredible experience on the historic guided walking tour and wine tasting session in Bordeaux! The guide was knowledgeable and passionate, bringing the city’s rich history and stunning architecture to life. The walking tour was the perfect mix of culture and charm, with plenty of fascinating stories about Bordeaux’s past. The wine tasting was equally exceptional, showcasing some of the region’s finest vintages. It was a perfect blend of history, scenery, and indulgence. Highly recommend this experience to anyone visiting Bordeaux!
Thank you so much for the comment. We are very happy to have you on the tour. Cheers
Ani was a great tour guide, knowledgeable and entertaining. We all really enjoyed the walking tour and the tasting.
Thank you so much for your kind words. We are glad to hear that you enjoyed our Wine and cheese blind tasting with a walking tour. Thanks 🙏
