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Wine tour's availibility
We run wine tours all year long! But we offer more tours from April to October 7 days a week.
Please check our "small group tours" page and select a date to know if your wine tour is available.
How can I book a tour online?
Our website www.alafrancaise.fr/en/bordeaux provides real-time updated prices and dates. Once you have selected the tour, add it to your basket and process to securised online payment. It sometimes happens that booking confirmation are sent into spams, please check it in you mailbox.
You want to join the A la Francaise team?
Thanks for you interest, we feel very flattered! Please check our webpage "Work with us" and take a look at our offers. Then, you can send us an email with your resume to apply for a job offer .
Do you ship wine abroad?
We ship wine from 6 bottles of wine & more to United States of America, Eastern Europe, Western Europe, Hong Kong, Australia... Feel free to contact us for more details wineclub@alafrancaise.fr

What payment methods do you support?

We support VISA, MASTERCARD and classic credit card CARTE BLEUE for online bookings. We also accept PAYPAL.
Otherwise, you can call us to book your tour and pay by cash or credit card the day of your tour.

I travel to Bordeaux with my children/baby

12 years old children are welcomed to join our half or full day tours, we will provide a delicious grape juice during the wine tastings.

Unfortunatly, babies and young children can not sit on the lap of a parent, for security reason.

Which chateaux are visited during wine tours?
Our dreamteam have selected the best chateaux in the Bordeaux region: charming family run wineries and beautiful classified estates in St Emilion, Medoc and Graves upon availability.
It is a good experience to have a global view on the wine industry in Bordeaux!
Please have a look at our chateaux partners
Do you offer any discount?
We would be happy to welcome you on a wine our with us! Unfortunately we do not operate any discount. Thank you very much for your understanding and do not hesitate to contact us if you have any further questions.

Do you offer gift card?

Of course! We think that discovering our beautiful Bordeaux region is a really nice and original gift! You can book online a gif card (below the calendar) without selecting a date. Once you have offered it to a friend or family, call us to choose a date together depending on availibility.

Which language are spoken during wine tours?
All our team speak at least both French and fluent English. Depending on the nationalities the day of the tour, we adapt our speech to our lovely clients ;)
If you want to book a private tour in Spanish, Chinese, German, Portuguese, we will do our best to find the perfect local guide for your private tour in Bordeaux.
How many people can join the tour?
We organize small group tours of 8 people maximum, semi private tours to share more about wine and passion for our lovely Bordeaux region. (excepted for wine tasting class, the capacity of our tasting room is about 12 guests)
May I participate to wine tour if I am pregnant?
Congratulations! Please let us know and we will be happy to provide you some delicious grape juice. Otherwise, you can still split the wine during the tasting ;)

You want to organize team building in Bordeaux?

We create homemade team building activities in the Bordeaux region such as: 2CV old car rally, bike & wine tour, Garden parties, Wine discovery workshops...

Send us an email with all you wishes and we will do our best to make a memorable program!

Can you recommend a good restaurant in Bordeaux

We love our beautiful city of Bordeaux and its restaurants, please find below the list of good ones:

- La Brasserie Bordelaise
- Le Puy Paulin
- Influences
- Garopapilles
- Le Familia
- Chez Dupont
- Le Carreau

- Le Pavillon des Boulevards
- Lume
- Tentazioni
- Mampuku
- Cent 33 

- Belle Campagne

I want to book a private made to measure tour

Our dreamteam will make a made to measure tour depending on your choices and availibility.
Joining a private wine tour in Bordeaux with us includes tastings of great wines but also the discovery of lovely places and a great French Art de vivre experience

Where is the meeting point of my tour?
Our meeting points are noticed at the end of tour's description on our website and also on you confirmation voucher sent by email.

Check in before the tour!
- In front of the Girondins column, place des Quinconces
- Our Apartement A la Francaise Bordeaux: 3 rue d'enghien 33000 Bordeaux (in the very center of Bordeaux, near Quinconces square)

- Tourist Office of Bordeaux
12, cours du 30 juillet 33000 Bordeaux

Where is Saint Emilion?

Saint-Émilion is located around 35km (or a 45 minute drive) north-west of Bordeaux in the Nouvelle Aquitaine region, in the department of the Gironde, South-western France. 

Is Saint Emilion worth visiting?

Whether you’re a wine enthusiast or not, Saint Emilion is definitely worth a visit. A classified UNESCO World Heritage site, the village itself is an exceptionally charming town steeped in history and filled with cafes, restaurants and boutiques. And for those interested in wine, a trip to Saint Emilion should definitely include a visit and tasting at one of its chateaux

What is a Saint Emilion Grand Cru Classée chateaux?

Saint-Émilion Grand Cru Classé refers to the classification system established in 1955. To be recognised as a Grand Cru vineyard in St. Emilion, the vineyard must be situated in the designated area, comply with the established regulations, and successfully apply for the Grand Cru status. It’s possible to visit a number of these chateaux for guided tours and to taste their exceptional wines.

How can I visit Saint Emilion?

Whilst you can drive yourself, the easiest way to get to Saint-Émilion and to visit its best chateaux is on a guided tour which picks you up and returns you to Bordeaux where there is a wealth of accommodation options. This way, you can relax and enjoy wine tastings without needing to drive yourself or to manage bookings with multiple châteaux. 

Can I visit St.Emilion and Medoc in one day?

Yes, it is possible to combine a tour to St.Emilion and Medoc in one day. Our guided tours take you to one wine region in the morning, with a break for lunch, followed by a tour of the second region in the afternoon.

Should I visit St.Emilion or Medoc?

Both St.Emilion and Medoc are worth a visit. Whilst Medoc is home to 4 of the world’s most renowned wine making communes, Saint Emilion village offers the attraction of exploring a UNESCO World Heritage site. For those of you are who short on time, or simply can’t decide, you can choose a full day tour that takes you to both!

What wine can I taste in St.Emilion?

In Saint-Emilion, the primary grape varieties cultivated are Merlot and Cabernet Franc which form the foundation of the renowned Saint-Emilion blend. However, it is not uncommon to find wines in which Cabernet Sauvignon and Malbec are also utilised.