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Ophorus Tours - Graves & Sauternes Private Full Day Wine Tour from Bordeaux

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Graves & Sauternes Private Full Day Wine Tour from Bordeaux

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Discover the rich flavors of Graves and Sauternes with a private full-day wine tour from Bordeaux. Immerse yourself in the heart of Bordeaux’s esteemed wine regions, where you'll indulge in exclusive tastings at three carefully selected classified growth Châteaux.

With expert insights from your local, English-speaking guide, you'll learn about the unique terroir that contributes to these exquisite wines. This personalized tour can be tailored to suit your interests, ensuring a memorable experience. Enjoy the convenience of hotel pick-up and travel in comfort as you explore the stunning vineyards that have made Bordeaux a world-renowned wine destination.

Highlights

  • English-speaking, local guides expert
  • Tour can be customized to suit your interests.
  • Pre-Booked Visits to Our Selection of Wineries.
  • Discover 3 selected classified growth Châteaux
  • Visit the heart of Bordeaux’s wine regions
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Program & Itinerary

Private Full-Day Graves, Pessac-Léognan, and Sauternes Wine Tour from BordeauxDiscover three prestigious Left Bank wine regions on a private full-day tour from Bordeaux featuring Graves, Pessac-Léognan, and Sauternes. This expertly guided experience includes pre-booked visits to three carefully selected châteaux with tastings of exceptional red, dry white, and sweet white Bordeaux wines. Travel in ...

Private Full-Day Graves, Pessac-Léognan, and Sauternes Wine Tour from Bordeaux
Discover three prestigious Left Bank wine regions on a private full-day tour from Bordeaux featuring Graves, Pessac-Léognan, and Sauternes. This expertly guided experience includes pre-booked visits to three carefully selected châteaux with tastings of exceptional red, dry white, and sweet white Bordeaux wines. Travel in a premium air-conditioned Mercedes minivan with an English-speaking wine expert guide and explore the diverse terroirs where Bordeaux winemaking began over 2,000 years ago.

Explore Graves and Pessac-Léognan Wine Regions
Your journey begins with convenient hotel pickup from Bordeaux and a short drive south to the Graves wine region, the original birthplace of Bordeaux viticulture where Romans first planted vines. Named after its distinctive gravelly soil composed of deep layers of gravel, stone, and sand, Graves produces both elegant red wines and acclaimed dry whites. Continue to Pessac-Léognan, a prestigious sub-appellation established in 1987 and home to Château Haut-Brion, the only estate outside Médoc to receive Premier Grand Cru Classé status in the 1855 Classification.

Visit a carefully selected château where you'll tour the vineyards and cellars before tasting both red wines based on Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc, and dry white wines crafted from Sauvignon Blanc and Sémillon. Your expert guide accompanies you throughout, answering questions about history, technique, flavors, aromas, and food pairings.

Discover Sauternes and the Art of Noble Rot
After lunch, travel to the Sauternes wine region, world-famous for producing exceptional sweet white wines including Château d'Yquem, classified as Premier Grand Cru Classé Supérieur. Learn about the unique winemaking process involving Botrytis cinerea (noble rot), a beneficial fungus that concentrates sugars and creates intensely sweet, golden wines with aromas of honeysuckle, blossom, and stone fruit.

The region's microclimate of morning mist followed by warm, dry afternoons creates ideal conditions for noble rot to develop on healthy grapes. Visit one of Sauternes' most prestigious estates for a guided tour explaining the distinctive production process from vineyard to bottle, followed by a commented tasting where you'll discover which foods pair best with these unique dessert wines, from foie gras to Roquefort cheese.

Premium Transportation and Expert Wine Guide
Travel in a spacious Mercedes minivan accommodating up to 8 passengers with comfortable seating, air conditioning, and complimentary bottled water. Your English-speaking wine expert guide provides live commentary throughout the day, sharing knowledge about Bordeaux wine history, terroir, and production techniques. With pre-booked winery appointments and seamless logistics, you'll experience three distinct wine styles—Graves reds and whites, Pessac-Léognan classified estates, and legendary Sauternes sweet wines—in one comprehensive full-day tour departing at 9:30 AM and returning approximately 5:30 PM.

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  • Bordeaux departure

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  • Pessac-Léognan Winery

    Reach the Graves wine region. Visit & wine tasting in a Pessac-Léognan winery
    Reach the Graves wine region. Visit & wine tasting in a Pessac-Léognan winery
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  • Lunch Stop

    Stop for lunch (at own expense) in a local restaurant
    Stop for lunch (at own expense) in a local restaurant
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  • Sauternes Winery

    Visit and wine tasting in a winery of the Sauternes wine region of Bordeaux
    Visit and wine tasting in a winery of the Sauternes wine region of Bordeaux
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  • Return to Bordeaux

    Tour returns to original departure point
    Tour returns to original departure point
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Ophorus Tours - Graves & Sauternes Private Full Day Wine Tour from Bordeaux
Ophorus Tours - Graves & Sauternes Private Full Day Wine Tour from Bordeaux
Ophorus Tours - Graves & Sauternes Private Full Day Wine Tour from Bordeaux
Ophorus Tours - Graves & Sauternes Private Full Day Wine Tour from Bordeaux
Ophorus Tours - Graves & Sauternes Private Full Day Wine Tour from Bordeaux

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Know before you book

  • Full-day tour visiting Graves, Pessac-Léognan, and Sauternes regions
  • Visits three châteaux with red, dry white, and sweet wine tastings
  • All château tasting fees included in tour price at estates visited
  • Hotel pickup included from Bordeaux and within 30 km radius
  • Tour conducted in English; other languages available on request

Know before you go

  • Tour duration approximately 8 hours; returns around 5:30 PM
  • Wear comfortable walking shoes for vineyard and cellar tours
  • Camera recommended for vineyard landscapes and château architecture
  • Tour runs rain or shine; vehicle is climate-controlled year-round

Additional information

This private Graves, Pessac-Léognan, and Sauternes wine tour is ideal for wine enthusiasts seeking to explore Bordeaux beyond the famous Médoc and Saint-Émilion regions. It suits white wine lovers wanting to taste both world-class dry whites and legendary sweet Sauternes, couples and small groups interested in the historical birthplace of Bordeaux viticulture, and travelers curious about the unique noble rot winemaking process. The tour appeals to foodies interested in wine and food pairings, dessert wine collectors seeking Sauternes from prestigious estates, and first-time visitors wanting comprehensive exposure to red, dry white, and sweet white Bordeaux styles. With visits to Château Haut-Brion's appellation and expert guidance on three distinct wine categories, it's perfect for those who value diversity, educational depth, and access to lesser-known but equally prestigious Left Bank appellations in one full-dayIn regards to the protection of the environment, we will no longer provide plastic bottles of water during our tours. You are kindly advised to bring your own. Water and refills are available at the wineries, museums and attractions visited. 
Please note: In France, snacks are usually not provided during wine tastings to preserve the purity of the wine's flavor. We recommend having a good breakfast or lunch beforehand. 

Voucher info

If any hotel or predetermined meeting place changes, notify Orphorus immediately.  Otherwise be at location 10 minutes prior to pick up time.

Group information

We can handle any group size (from 8 people) ranging from small groups to large groups of hundreds of people. Transportation options include private vehicles, mini-vans, mini-buses and large buses.
Just get in touch to find out more! Contact us by email: groups@ophorus.com (groups from 8 people)
For groups of 2-8 people please fill out this form: ophorus.com/contact-us/

Meeting point

Bordeaux

Departure

We will come and pick you up at Train Station, Hotel or Airbnb in Bordeaux or surrounding area, circle of 30 kms (20 miles) around Bordeaux at no extra cost.

Return

Tour returns to original departure point.

Reviews

4.7/5 (3 reviews)

  • Alison Cownden

    30, Sep 2021

    Our tour guide was very well informed and gave us excellent information

  • PaigeLO

    19, Jun 2019

    Comfortable transportation and knowledgeable guide. Easy pick-up at our rental unit. We were a group of 4 and we toured 3 unique chateaus in the Sauternes...

  • Gail H

    12, Apr 2019

    On my return trip to Bordeaux last month, I signed up with Orphorus for their three wine tours based on recommendations and ratings of other Trip Advisors....
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Included / excluded

Included

  • Hotel pick up from Bordeaux or surrounding area.
  • Enjoy live commentaries from your wine expert guide.
  • Reservations for 3 selected wineries of the Graves & Sauternes.
  • Travel in recent, comfortable and fully equipped minivans.
  • Tasting fees in the wineries

Excluded

  • Meals and drinks (lunch).
  • Personal travel insurance, expenses.
  • Gratuities for the Guide

FAQ

  • Is lunch included on this Graves & Sauternes tour?

    Lunch is not included; you have free time to choose and pay for your own meal in or near the vineyards, with recommendations from your guide.

  • Can we choose the specific châteaux we visit?

    Wineries are pre‑booked by the organiser, but you can share any preferences; special estates such as Château d’Yquem may be requested and are subject to availability

  • Where is the departure point and is hotel pickup included?

    Pickup and drop‑off are included at your hotel, Airbnb or train station in Bordeaux or within about 30 km of the city, at no extra cost.

  • Are wine tasting fees included in the tour price?

    Yes, standard tasting fees at the three scheduled châteaux are included; any extra purchases are at your own expense.

  • How many wineries do we visit and taste at?

    You visit three carefully selected châteaux, each including a guided visit of the estate and cellar followed by a tasting.

  • What appellations does this tour visit?

    This private full‑day tour visits three châteaux across Graves, Pessac‑Léognan and Sauternes, giving you a mix of reds, dry whites and sweet wines.

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