DESCRIPTION :
Depart from Le Verdon and head towards the famous Medoc wine region of Bordeaux. The Medoc area covers approximately 5,700 hectares of declared vineyards, annually producing on average 300,000 hectometers 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 full day tour you will experience 3 visits and wine tasting sessions in Classified growth or Cru Bourgeois estates 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 estates, the wine making process as well as the techniques used during the wine making. The visits are followed by a wine tasting session.
Then, follow the castle road to admire some of the most famous chateaus such as Chateau Margaux, Chateau Palmer or Chateau Pichon Longueville. Return to Ship
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When :
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From March to November
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Duration :
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8 hours - full 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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Return at ship
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Prices :
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Inclusions :
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Exclusions :
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1. Pick up and return at ship
2. Reservations for 2 Classified growth chateau's
3. Personal English speaking driver/guide
4. 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, wine tasting fees
4. 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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- Confirmation of the tour will be received within 48 hours, subject to availability
- Tour is operated in English unless otherwise stated
- This tour is not wheelchair accessible
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