If you need a break from visiting Bordeaux châteaux and vineyards, take a short drive west and you’ll find yourself on a spectacular coastline around the Bay of Arcachon, with miles of sandy beaches, Europe’s tallest sand dune, pine forests, beautiful villages and incredible seafood - especially Arcachon oysters! Find out more here…

France’s prestigious Margaux wine region, located on the Bordeaux left bank and home to a first growth Grand Cru Classé and more second and third growths than any other Bordeaux region. Check out our visit to beautiful Château Kirwan…

The great Bordeaux wine appellations are on the ‘left bank’ in the Médoc region and one of the most prestigious and illustrious Bordeaux wine regions here is Pauillac, home to 3 of the 5 top-rated Bordeaux growths - We visit Château Pichon Baron and Château Lynch Bages …

Bordeaux is a great starting point for visiting top vineyards and famous châteaux in France, but also take time to explore the beautiful city and its Cité du Vin wine museum—you won't regret it! Here’s our recommendations for spending 2 days in Bordeaux…

Saint-Émilion is widely recognised as a jewel in Bordeaux’s crown. With a charming medieval village, a wine history dating back to Roman times and some of the best French wineries, this is one of the absolute top wine tourism destinations in the world!