SAINT-ÉMILION NOUVELLE-AQUITAINE WINERY FIELD GUIDE
Six Hours in Saint-Émilion: Towers, Caves and Grand Cru Tastings with a Local Winemaker
A 6-hour guided tour that visits the village, two Grand Cru vineyards, underground caves and includes a gourmet vineyard lunch—this guide lays out what to expect and how to prepare.
Six Hours in Saint-Émilion: Towers, Caves and Grand Cru Tastings with a Local Winemaker.
Discover the St Émilion most visitors miss on a focused six-hour outing: climb for sweeping views from the King’s or Bell Tower, descend into the vast underground caves of a grand cru classé, taste at two Grand Cru vineyards and share a vineyard-side gourmet lunch while a local winemaker explains the appellation and region.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
King’s Tower & Bell Tower Panoramas
Climb the King’s Tower or the Bell Tower for the most expansive views over Saint-Émilion’s patchwork of vines, and pair the vistas with a walk through the village cloisters for a sense of the town’s layered history.
Tastings at Two Grand Cru Vineyards
Visit and taste the wines of two grand cru vineyards in Saint-Émilion and learn about the appellation system and local practices from an insider winemaker.
Gourmet Lunch in the Vines
A wonderful gourmet lunch is enjoyed in a vineyard setting, pairing regional cuisine with the wines you sample during the day.
What the day feels like
What the Day Feels Like
The day moves from village lanes up to tower viewpoints, down into cool subterranean caves, and into private vineyard tasting rooms; alongside the tastings you get context from a local winemaker, ending with a relaxed gourmet lunch framed by vine rows.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who gets the most from this short, focused wine day.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Arrive five minutes before the scheduled start and wear shoes suitable for walking; comfortable, layered clothing is advisable for moving between village streets, towers and caves.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the St Emilion Grand Cru One Day Wine Tour?
The tour lasts 6 hours.
Where do we meet for the tour?
The meeting point is the St Emilion Train Station Parking.
What should I wear on the tour?
Please wear shoes that are suitable for walking.
Do purchases at vineyard stores come with the tour?
Purchases at the store are excluded from the tour.
Is lunch provided?
Yes — the itinerary includes a gourmet lunch in the vineyards of Saint-Émilion.