Shaped by the region
Itinerary
DAY 1 • SUNDAY, October 11
Arrival & Introduction
AFTERNOON
Arrival in Bordeaux
Arrival in Bordeaux and check-in at Hôtel de Sèze, located in the heart of the historic center.
Time to settle and refresh.
EVENING
Champagne Reception
An evening apéritif at InterContinental Bordeaux — Le Grand Hôtel, opening the programme.
EVENING
Dinner at Brasserie 1925
A first introduction to the region's culinary and wine culture, in the company of the group and programme hosts.
DAY 2 • MONDAY, October 12
Médoc: Power & Precision
MORNING
Château Palmer — Vineyard & Cellar
Departure for Château Palmer, cultivated with biodynamic methods. Private access to the vineyard and cellar, followed by a gastronomic lunch with wine pairing prepared by two-Michelin-starred chef Jean-Denis Le Bras.
Evening
Château Pontet-Canet
One of Bordeaux's most accomplished biodynamic estates for a guided tasting through the current releases and a library vintage.
Evening
Les Chartrons at Leisure
Evening return to Bordeaux and the historic Chartrons district, once the center of the Bordeaux wine trade, with the evening left open for independent dining and exploration.
DAY 3 • TUESDAY. October 13
Saint-Émilion:Heritage & Terroir
MORNING
Château Angélus & Château Beauséjour Bécot
Morning visits and tastings at two of Saint-Émilion’s most respected estates, beginning at Château Angélus with access to the château’s new winery and an opportunity to taste with members of the family, followed by Château Beauséjour Bécot (Premier Grand Cru Classé).
Lunch with wine pairing at Les Belles Perdrix (★) led by chef David Charrier.
AFTERNOON
Pavie Macquin & Château Pavie
Afternoon visits and tastings at Château Pavie Macquin (Premier Grand Cru Classé) and Château Pavie Premier Grand Cru Classé A), including a tasting of the 2010 vintage.
Evening
Private Dinner & Rare
Vintages with Stéphane Derenoncourt
An intimate evening hosted by Stéphane, featuring rare vintages drawn from his personal cellar and conversation shaped
by one of Bordeaux’s most respected winemakers.
Rare vintages
Drawn directly from cellar holdings, including older Bordeaux selections: 2015 · 2009 · 2005 · 1989 · 1966
DAY 4 • WEDNESDAY, October 14
Legacy Estates
& Rare Access
MORNING
Château Lafite Rothschild & Château Duhart-Milon
at Château Duhart-Milon
Morning tastings and private access at Château Duhart-Milon, featuring wines from both Château Lafite Rothschild and Château Duhart-Milon, followed by Château Lynch-Bages, one of the Left Bank’s most enduring estates.
Noon
Lunch at Le Lion d’Or
A relaxed lunch at this traditional Médoc restaurant known for its regional cuisine and understated charm, set between the vineyards of the Left Bank.
Evening
Château Mouton Rothschild
An extended tour, tasting and private access to the estate's celebrated museum and cellars. Featuring rare vintages drawn directly from cellar holdings. Château Mouton Rothschild is a prestigious First Growth (Premier Cru Classé) Pauillac estate in Bordeaux.
Evening
Private Dinner at Château Gigault, Blaye
A private dinner hosted by Christophe Reboul-Salze at his estate, Château Gigault, with a menu by chef Thibaut Servas and wines from Château Larcis Ducasse drawn directly from
the estate cellar.
Selections from the cellar will include older Bordeaux vintages such as 2015 · 2009 · 2005 · 1989 · 1966
DAY 5 • THURSDAY, October 15
Final Tastings
MORNING
Cité du Vin
Participants are invited to visit Cité du Vin museum, exploring the history and culture of Bordeaux wines.
AFTERNOON
Haut-Bailly &
Les Carmes Haut-Brion
Visits and tastings at two of the Pessac-Léognan's most singular expressions, followed by lunch among the vines.
EVENING
Return & time at leisure
An unhurried afternoon in Bordeaux —the quays, the Miroir d'eau, or a last visit to Place du Parlement.
DAY SIX · FRIDAY, October 16
Reflection &
Departure
MORNING
Departures
A final morning in Bordeaux before individual onward travel.
Curated By
The program has been carefully curated; however, certain elements may be adjusted to ensure the best possible experience throughout the journey.
In order to foster an engaging experience, a minimum of 6 attendees is required for the program to proceed. Should the minimum not be met, guests will be notified prior to the final payment date, and any payments made will be refunded in full.
In order to foster an engaging experience, a minimum of 6 attendees is required for the program to proceed. Should the minimum not be met, guests will be notified prior to the final payment date, and any payments made will be refunded in full.