• In the shoes of a winemaker: taste and blend your ideal Bordeaux wine In the shoes of a winemaker: taste and assemble your ideal Bordeaux wine
  • In the shoes of a winemaker: taste and blend your ideal Bordeaux wine In the shoes of a winemaker: taste and assemble your ideal Bordeaux wine
  • In the shoes of a winemaker: taste and blend your ideal Bordeaux wine In the shoes of a winemaker: taste and assemble your ideal Bordeaux wine
  • In the shoes of a winemaker: taste and blend your ideal Bordeaux wine In the shoes of a winemaker: taste and assemble your ideal Bordeaux wine

In the shoes of a winemaker: taste and blend your ideal Bordeaux wine In the shoes of a winemaker: taste and assemble your ideal Bordeaux wine

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ID: GYG1424660-2175035
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Country: France

Duration: 02:00 hours


Description

Discover the secrets of Bordeaux wines through an immersive and fun blending class. Taste Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, and Malbec, then create a blend to your liking.
The art of blending is one of the biggest secrets behind the world-famous reputation of the Bordeaux vineyards. Come and step into the shoes of a winemaker and learn about this unique expertise!

During this interactive session, you will learn to identify the characteristics of each grape variety before creating your own tailor-made recipe. It will also be an opportunity to have a friendly discussion to decipher the appellations of Bordeaux, understand their common points, and grasp what makes their differences so rich.

Finish the experience in style with a comparative tasting of 2 exceptional wines: a Saint-Emilion Grand Cru (Rive Droite) and a 1855 Grand Cru Classé from the Médoc (Rive Gauche).

Highlights

  • Interactive & fun experience
  • Tasting of 2 Bordeaux Grands Crus
  • The secrets of Bordeaux in a relaxed setting
  • Comparative sensory analysis

Guiding languages

IMPORTANT INFORMATION
INCLUDED
  • Guided blending workshop: led and explained by a wine expert.
  • Tasting of the 3 grape varieties separately: Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, and Malbec.
  • Tasting of 2 Grands Crus: 1 glass of Saint-Émilion Grand Cru and 1 glass of 1855 Grand Cru Classé du Médoc.
  • Tasting and blending materials: tasting glasses, graduated test tubes, and note cards.
  • Educational material: a concise guide to the appellations of Bordeaux to keep.
NOT INCLUDED
  • Round-trip transportation

When should I book?

To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.


Cancellations

This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.