DESCRIPTION :
The Medoc area covers approximately 5,700 hectares of declared vineyards, annually producing on average 300,000 hectoliters of wine. Of the grape varieties permitted, 50% of the viticultural area is planted with Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot, and to a lesser extent Petit Verdot and Malbec. Also allowed within the AOC regulations are the varieties Cabernet Franc and Carménère. The region you will head to spans from the mouth of the river down south and includes the four famous communes of St-Estephe, Pauillac, St. Julien and Margaux.
Today, depart from your ship and head towards the famous Medoc wine region. During this half day tour you will experience a visit and wine tasting session in 2 Classified growths or Cru Bourgeois estate that have been carefully selected for their exceptional setting and quality of wine. During these visits you will learn all there is to know about the history of the estate, the wine making process as well as the techniques used during the wine making. The visits are followed by a wine tasting session.
You will also follow the Chateau road to admire some of the most famous chateaus such as Chateau Margaux, Chateau Palmer or Chateau Pichon Longueville. Return to boat
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When :
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From March to November
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Duration :
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4 1/2 hours - half day wine tour
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Availability :
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Every day
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Place departure :
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Pick up at ship
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Return details :
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Drop off at ship
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Prices :
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Inclusions :
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Exclusions :
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1. Reservation for 2 Classified Growth Chateau
2. Follow the Chateau road
3. Pick up and return at ship
4. English speaking driver guide
5. Travel in recent, comfortable and fully equipped minivans
6. Bottles of water in the minivan
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1. Personal expenses
2. Meals and drinks
3. Entrance fees to monuments, museums or attractions
4. Wine tasting fees
5. Gratuities
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Price information :
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Additionnal informations :
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- Program and Prices are listed as a guide only
- Prices are per minivan
- Currency is in EUR
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- Tour is for 8 passengers maximum per vehicle
- Tour is operated in English unless otherwise stated
- This tour is not wheelchair accessible
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