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Indulge in a picnic lunch of local and fresh products within a wine estate Learn about the history of Saint-Emilion medieval village Savor local gourmet products with an included tasting Meet the local producers and learn about their products What to expect Depart from the city centre of Bordeaux aboard a van to discover Saint-Emilion, its wines, and its history. First, your guide will immerse you in the history of this UNESCO World Heritage site and its historical monuments. You'll discover the secrets of this medieval town, which is the birthplace of Bordeaux viticulture. At noon, a visit and tasting of 3 wines will await you in a castle of the appellation. On the menu, there is a picnic from an artisanal and traditional caterer, who proposes fresh, local and tasty products, as well as charcuterie from the Basque Country and cheese, accompanied by a glass of wine. Afterwards, you'll visit a second castle and enjoy a tasting of 2 wines. You'll learn more about the specificities of this appellation, including the grape varieties and the winemaking techniques used to create these unique wines. To finish the day, you'll go to another Château for a final tasting of 3 wines. This tour is a small group tour that will allow you to learn about the art of winemaking and tasting, and to ask all your questions to your guide.