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Bordeaux
VIP Cos d’Estournel Private Wine Tour from Bordeaux
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private tours
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Exclusive Travel
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08 hours
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Small Groups ( 2~10 )
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Relaxed
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English
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Highlights
- Private Bordeaux wine tour with comfortable round‑trip transfer to Saint‑Estèphe.
- VIP visit of iconic Second Growth Château Cos d’Estournel with expert guidance.
- Exclusive 6‑wine vertical tasting, including rare red and white vintages from the estate.
- Flexible lunch time: option to reserve a table at La Maison d’Estournel (lunch at own expense).
- Intimate, high‑end experience tailored to discerning wine lovers in the Médoc.
Program & Itinerary
Private transfer from Bordeaux
Indulge yourself in a truly memorable experience in the Bordeaux wine region of Saint Estèphe. Travel in comfort from Bordeaux with your private driver and arrive relaxed at Château Cos d'Estournel, ready to immerse yourself in this fabulous Médoc winery. Begin your visit with a walk in the vineyard (weather permitting), where it all starts with the “savoir‑faire” and expertise of the vineyard master and wine grower. Your visit then continues inside the winery where you will discover the stunning gravity cellar, followed by a commented tasting session.
A château with a unique history
Château Cos d'Estournel holds a special place in the Bordeaux wine region. It was one of the first estates to bottle, label and sell its own wines, and quickly earned a stellar reputation, becoming a Second Classified Growth in the 1855 Médoc classification. Its founder, Louis Gaspard d’Estournel, was fascinated by India, where his wines were exported, and this passion inspired the estate’s iconic pagodas and monumental carved gate, blending exotic influences with local limestone architecture.
Exclusive 6‑wine vertical tasting
After the visit, enjoy an exclusive tasting of 6 wines from the estate. Begin with a vintage of Pagodes de Cos, then savor 4 different vintages of Château Cos d'Estournel and one vintage of Cos d'Estournel white. Pagodes de Cos, the second wine of the estate, is crafted from younger vines but vinified and aged with the same care as the grand vin, often offering an elegant, full‑bodied, aromatic profile. The red Château Cos d'Estournel, mainly Cabernet Sauvignon with Merlot and small amounts of Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot, is a powerful yet refined wine built for long ageing, while the white Cos d'Estournel, from Sauvignon Blanc and Sémillon, is typically rich, exotic and beautifully balanced.
Optional lunch at La Maison d’Estournel
After your visit and tasting at Château Cos d'Estournel, enjoy free time for lunch in Saint‑Estèphe or nearby. On request, we can reserve a table for you at La Maison d’Estournel, a charming country‑house hotel and restaurant set in the heart of the vineyards, where you can savor refined, seasonal cuisine showcasing the best produce of the South‑West. Lunch is not included in the tour price and is payable directly at the restaurant, subject to availability.
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Pick‑up in Bordeaux
Your private driver‑guide picks you up at your accommodation in Bordeaux in a comfortable premium vehicle and introduces the Médoc and Saint‑Estèphe wine region on the way.Your private driver‑guide picks you up at your accommodation in Bordeaux in a comfortable premium vehicle and introduces the Médoc and Saint‑Estèphe wine region on the way.Read moreRead less -
Arrival at Château Cos d’Estournel
Warm welcome at the estate and short introduction to the history of Cos d’Estournel and its unique architecture before starting the visit.Warm welcome at the estate and short introduction to the history of Cos d’Estournel and its unique architecture before starting the visit.Read moreRead less -
Vineyard walk & winery tour
Stroll through the vineyards (weather permitting) to understand terroir, grape varieties and vineyard work, then discover the spectacular gravity‑flow cellar and winemaking facilities.Stroll through the vineyards (weather permitting) to understand terroir, grape varieties and vineyard work, then discover the spectacular gravity‑flow cellar and winemaking facilities.Read moreRead less -
6‑wine vertical tasting
Guided tasting of 6 wines from the estate: Pagodes de Cos, several vintages of Château Cos d’Estournel red and one vintage of Cos d’Estournel white, with detailed explanations on style, ageing and food pairing.Guided tasting of 6 wines from the estate: Pagodes de Cos, several vintages of Château Cos d’Estournel red and one vintage of Cos d’Estournel white, with detailed explanations on style, ageing and food pairing.Read moreRead less -
Flexible lunch time in Saint‑Estèphe
After your visit and tasting, you will have free time for lunch. On request, we can reserve a table for you at La Maison d’Estournel, a refined country‑house hotel and restaurant set among the vineyards. Lunch is at your own expense and payable directly at the restaurant.After your visit and tasting, you will have free time for lunch. On request, we can reserve a table for you at La Maison d’Estournel, a refined country‑house hotel and restaurant set among the vineyards. Lunch is at your own expense and payable directly at the restaurant.Read moreRead less -
Scenic drive back to Bordeaux
In the afternoon, relax on the journey back through the Médoc vineyards as your driver takes you back to Bordeaux and drops you off at your accommodation, concluding your VIP private wine tour.In the afternoon, relax on the journey back through the Médoc vineyards as your driver takes you back to Bordeaux and drops you off at your accommodation, concluding your VIP private wine tour.Read moreRead less
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Know before you book
- This is a full‑day private wine tour from Bordeaux including round‑trip transportation, VIP visit and tasting.
- If you wish to have lunch at La Maison d’Estournel, please let us know at the time of booking so we can request a reservation (highly recommended in peak season).
- The experience is very limited in availability and must be booked in advance, as Cos d’Estournel only welcomes guests by appointment.
- The tour is designed for adults and serious wine lovers; not recommended for young children or guests who do not drink wine.
- Even on warm days, cellars can feel fresh, so bringing a light layer is recommended.
- Please inform us of dietary requirements or food allergies at the time of booking so the château can adapt the lunch when possible.
Pricing Information (2 – 8 Persons)
| Base 2 | Base 3 | Base 4 | Base 5 | Base 6 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 825€ | 550€ | 415€ | 330€ | 275€ |
*Prices shown are per person.
Meeting point
Included / excluded
Included
- Private round‑trip transportation from Bordeaux in a comfortable premium vehicle with English‑speaking driver‑guide.
- Private guided visit of Château Cos d’Estournel (vineyard walk weather permitting, winery and gravity‑flow cellar tour).
- Commented 6‑wine tasting at Cos d’Estournel (Pagodes de Cos, several vintages of Château Cos d’Estournel red, and Cos d’Estournel white).
Excluded
- Lunch is not included. A reservation at La Maison d’Estournel restaurant can be arranged on request (payment on site, subject to availability).
- Personal travel insurance and expenses
- Additional wine purchases at the château (bottles, shipping, boutique items).
- Extra drinks or food not specified in the program.
- Gratuities for driver‑guide (at your discretion).
FAQ
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Is this a private or shared tour?
This is a fully private tour. Your party has exclusive use of the vehicle, driver‑guide and château visit. -
Where does the tour start and end?
Pick‑up and drop‑off are in Bordeaux (hotel, apartment or central meeting point), with round‑trip transportation included. -
How long does the experience last?
This is a full‑day experience, including transfer from Bordeaux, VIP visit and 6‑wine tasting at Cos d’Estournel, and a leisurely gourmet lunch at the château. -
Is lunch included in the price?
Lunch is not included in the tour price. You will have free time for lunch, and we can reserve a table for you at La Maison d’Estournel on request; payment is made directly at the restaurant. -
How much wine is served and do I have to drink everything?
Multiple wines are poured during the tasting and lunch, but spitting is always possible and encouraged if you prefer to limit alcohol intake. -
Can I buy wine at the château?
Yes, wine purchases and possible shipping options are usually available on site, but they are not included in the tour price. -
Are children allowed on this tour?
This experience is designed for adults and serious wine lovers. Teenagers may be accepted on request, but underage guests will not be served alcohol
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