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of 5-day private GREAT ESTATES of BORDEAUX Get to know the major appellations of Bordeaux as you taste at some of the most prestigious estates of the Médoc, Graves, and Saint Emilion/. From Grand Crus to Cru Bourgeois Exceptionnels and exclusive “boutique” wineries, this tour off ers a fantastic overview of the best that Bordeaux has to off er. Between tastings, you’ll experience the history and charm of the medieval village of Saint Emilion, and enjoy the luxury of Bordeaux’s premier hotels and Michelin-starred restaurants. A truly fi rst-class experience for the lover! GREAT ESTATES 5-Day Private 5-Day

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• Th is morning discover the other prestigious appellation of this area,Pomerol . Th is tiny appellation is considered the world’s preeminent terroir for , producing wines of great character and complexity. BORDEAUX • Although it seems very understated, this appellation is home to some of the most famous cult wines, including Petrus and Le Pin. of • Two tours and tastings await you today in Pomerol as you round out your week of wine discovery in the Bordeaux region. Enjoy tours and tastings at some of the best estates of the region including estates such as Chateau Petit Village or Le Bon Pasteur. • End your day with a farewell lunch and a transfer to the Bordeaux St. Jean Train Station or Bordeaux Merignac Airport. Continue your journeys with fond memories of Bordeaux and all its splendor. LEGEND FOR MEALS INCLUDED IN YOUR TOUR: B=Breakfast, L=Lunch, D=Dinner

YOUR 5 DAY, 4 NIGHT LUXURY TOUR IN BORDEAUX INCLUDES:

GREAT ESTATES • A customized itinerary featuring the best hotel, estate and touring elements tailored to your preferences • Th e services of an English-speaking wine expert guide throughout the tour • Deluxe, air-conditioned transportation throughout • 4 nights’ accomodations at the Grand Hotel & Spa de Bordeaux or Chateau Grand Barrail in St. Emilion, or a combination of the two. Deluxe and Suite accomodations. • A traditional welcome and farewell lunch with coff ee, tea and mineral water included • ViP Tours and tastings at some of the fi nest chateaux of the region 5-Day Private 5-Day • A special private wine tasting lunch at a wine chateau estate.

• information on the region and its wines sent to you in advance of your tour Price based on 2 guests, double occupancy: US $ 5490.00 per person Price based on 4 guests, double occupancy: US $ 4590.00 per person Price based on 6 guests, double occupancy: US $ 4290.00 per person

(Monday through Friday tour dates are preferable, as more wine estates are open. Saturday is also possible if necessary.) Subject to availability. Single supplement: please inquire. For groups of 7 or more guests: please contact us for a price quote. Not included: any personal expenses, or any service not specifi cally mentioned above as included in the price of your tour.

WINE CHATEAUX AND ESTATES We include only top-quality wine chateaux and estates in our programs. Chateau visits are scheduled by special ar- rangement, and some chateaux or estates, including any mentioned in the itinerary, may not be available on your dates. Once you book your program with us, we will contact the estates to determine which are available. if there are specifi c chateaux or estates you would like to visit, please let us know, and we will contact your preferences fi rst when arranging visits and tastings for you.

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TO BOOK YOUR TOUR Contact us at [email protected] or 1-877-261-1500. We accept ViSA, MasterCard, American Express, Discover Card or checks or money orders in US Dollars.

606 North Talbot St., Suite 141, Saint Michaels, MD 21663 USA | Tel: 1-877-261-1500 | Fax: 1-443-458-0975 [email protected] | www.wine-tours-france.com