Explore Graves & Sauternes: Private Wine Tour from Bordeaux

FAQ

• Do you organize pick up and return at accommodation for Bordeaux private tours?

  Yes, absolutely. We will come and pick you up at your Hotel, accommodation or AirB&B in Bordeaux. We can also come and pick you up if your accommodation is located within a 30 kms (20 miles) radius around Bordeaux.

• What type of vehicles are used during your Bordeaux private tours?

  Our company uses only premium cars & minivans that are recent, comfortable and fully equipped including individual A/C, shaded windows and large leg space.

• Who conducts your private wine tours from Bordeaux?

  We only employ accredited and licensed tour guides that are also the drivers for all tours that need visits to be conducted by certified guides. Good examples are: the visit of museums, guided walking tours in cities, visit of historical monuments and so on.
  
  In some regions, where wine tours prevail (Bordeaux, Alsace) the tours are conducted by professional local guides or sommeliers that are experts in Wines.

• Can we choose which wineries we will visit during your Bordeaux private wine tours?

  Yes, we will be happy to organize and pre-book your winery tours of the Graves & Sauternes wine regions. During the booking process you will have the possibility to include your wine tasting fees. If you have certain wineries that you would like to visit, send us your list and our team will do the rest. Also, it is important to mention that we only make the required Chateau reservations once you have booked your private wine tour with Ophorus.

• Is lunch included on this private Graves & Sauternes wine tour from Bordeaux?

  No, we never include lunch on our private tours. However, if you would like to include lunch don't hesitate to reach out and we will be happy to make the necessary arrangements for you. It is also possible to ask your guide for suggestions. 

• Is it possible to visit Château d'Yquem?

  Yes, absolutely. Château d'Yquem is open to visitors. If you would like to visit this winery it will be possible for you to add it as an extra during the booking process. There are three different visits offered by Château d'Yquem so you will need to choose the one that suits you best. Please note that we will confirm your booking as soon as we have received confirmation by the winery. Visits are subject to availability at time of booking.
  
   

• Is it possible to visit Château Haut Brion?

  No, it's not possible to visit Château Haut Brion as the Château is currently under renovation until 2025.
  However, it can be replaced by a visit at La Mission Haut Brion, just in front of Château Haut Brion. If you would like to visit this winery, don't hesitate to reach out and our team of travel advisors will do the rest. Important information though, as visits to this winery are in high demand, you will need to plan your visit months ahead!

• What type of wine is Sauternes?

  The Sauternes wine region of France is part of the Graves section of the Bordeaux vineyard. The sweet white wines of Sauternes are made of Sauvignon Blanc, Muscadelle and Sémillon grape varieties. What makes Sauternes wines so unique is that the grapes have been affected by Botrytis Cinerea which is also known as noble rot. This occurs thanks to the specific climate conditions that can be found in the Sauternes area. The Sauternes wines pair perfectly with soft cheeses, blue cheeses, foie gras, ice cream and cheesecake.

• What type of wine is Graves?

  Graves is a very interesting Bordeaux wine region to visit as it is the only one where you can wine taste the three main wine types of Bordeaux - reds, whites and sweet wines. The wine production is dominated by the red wines that are typically blended with Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Cabernet France to which winemakers sometimes add Petit Verdot and/or Malbec. The typical white wines of the Graves wine region are dry and blended with Sauvignon Blanc and Semillon grape varieties.

• What type of wine is Pessac-Léognan?

  Pessac-Léognan wines resemble in a way those of Médoc wine region. The main grape varieties used in the blend of the wines are Cabernet Sauvignon & Merlot that bring to these wines a subtle mix of power, delicateness and refinement. As for the whites, the blend of Sauvignon Blanc and Sémillon grapes bring complexity, freshness, intensity and harmony to these wines. The Pessac-Léognan appellation includes all of the Crus Classés of the Graves wine region that produce reds and/or dry whites.