Tasting tours

Discover or hone your knowledge of the art of viticulture and oenology

Unravel the secrets of the Grands Crus Classés and the wines of Bernard Magrez.

Whether you are a curious enthusiast, an informed connoisseur, an expert taster or simply a lover of flavours, Bernard Magrez invites you to enjoy a unique experience during a fully customised tour.

Discover oenology or fine-tune your knowledge: from historical findings to exceptional tastings, unravel the secrets of wine in the sumptuous and intimate settings of the finest Chateaux.

Tasting tours at Château Pape Clément

Introduction Location

"Indulgence" tours to explore the vineyard

"Indulgence" tours include a presentation on the history of the Chateau, and visits to the vineyard, vat room, wine storehouses and cellar. Finally, guests taste several Bernard Magrez wines, including Château Pape Clément.  Lasting between 1 hour 30 minutes and 2 hours, tours take place every day at set times, subject to prior reservation.


"Prestige" tours offer personalised exploration of fine wines.
"Prestige" tours are organised on request, providing an opportunity to delve deeper into the world of Château Pape Clément and experience the fine wines of Bernard Magrez.
A presentation of the Chateau's history and visits to the vineyard, vat room, wine storehouses and cellar before an exceptional fine wine tasting.
There is no minimum number of participants for private tours.

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Château Pape Clément
The wine tasting class: Perfecting your skills
Training on a day and half
Château Pape Clément
The wine tasting class: Perfecting your skills
Training on a day and half
390 EUR per pers.
Introduction
Discover the 7 centuries of history of Château Pape Clément. 
Understand its exceptional terroir as well as the vat-house, and the barrel cellar.
Improve your wine knowledge with the explanations of our sommelier.
Learn the vocabulary of tasting, discover the processes used to make wines from our French and foreign vineyards ...

This learning will be done around a tasting of 30 wines.

Wine will have no secrets for you!
Duration : 1 day and a half (10 hours), through prior reservation.

OPENING HOURS

Winery open 7 days a week, book by email : visiteschateaux@bernard-magrez.com or by phone.
Closed on the 1st of January, 1st of May and 25th of December

PHONE : +33 5 57 26 38 34
Location
Château Pape Clément
The Wine Tour & Tasting
Our visit-tasting 3 wines
Château Pape Clément
The Wine Tour & Tasting
Our visit-tasting 3 wines
25 EUR per pers.
Groups : 18 € per person. 
Introduction
Between secrets of stones and of great men, the majestic history of Château Pape Clément will be recounted. Discover Seven Centuries of History…
At the foot of our vineyards, in our impressive wooden vat-house and in the tranquility of the barrel cellar, discover our unique know-how.
In the tasting room, enjoy Château Pape Clément red as well as two other great wines by Bernard Magrez. An authentic experience.

3 wine tastings among including Château Pape Clément red.
DURATION

1 hour and a half, through prior reservation

OPENING HOURS

Winery open 7 days a week.
Closed on the 1st of January, 1st of May and 25th of December
Email: visiteschateaux@bernard-magrez.com

Phone : +33 5 57 26 38 34
Location
Château Pape Clément
Tour and Tasting - In the footsteps of Pope Clement
Historical discovery of the vineyard and tasting of 3 wines
Château Pape Clément
Tour and Tasting - In the footsteps of Pope Clement
Historical discovery of the vineyard and tasting of 3 wines
40 EUR per pers.
Introduction
Embark on a journey to discover the 7 centuries of history of a legendary Grand Cru Classé from Graves.

Your adventure begins in the castle vault, where you will be told the story of Pope Clement V. After this introduction and a visit to the vineyard, enter the wooden vat dedicated to the vinification of red wines. Finally, step into the barrel cellar where our wine rests for 16 months and discover the subtleties of successful aging. 

At the end of this tour, you will taste three wines from Château Pape Clément, including the red Grand Cru Classé de Graves and the confidential white cuvée.

A parallel will be drawn throughout the visit between the wine of yesterday and today in order to understand the evolution of the elaboration of a Grand Cru Classé over the centuries.
Duration : 1h30, through prior reservation.

OPENING HOURS

Winery open 7 days a week, book by email visiteschateaux@bernard-magrez.com or by phone.
Closed on the 1st of January, 1st of May and 25th of December

PHONE : +33 5 57 26 38 34
Location
Château Pape Clément
Wine Tasting Class: The Basics
Our visit-tasting 6 wines
Château Pape Clément
Wine Tasting Class: The Basics
Our visit-tasting 6 wines
45 EUR per pers.
Groups: 45 € per person. 
Introduction
Visit Château Pape Clément before participating in an introductory tasting course featuring 6 wines with diverse characteristics and terroirs. From white to red, including rosé, uncover the secrets of the art of tasting through 3 fundamental steps: sight, smell, and taste.
Duration : 2 hours, through prior reservation. 

OPENING HOURS

Winery open 7 days a week, book by email : visiteschateaux@bernard-magrez.com or by phone.
Closed on the 1st of January, 1st of May and 25th of December

PHONE : +33 5 57 26 38 34
Location
Château Pape Clément
​B-Winemaker
Create your own wine!
Château Pape Clément
​B-Winemaker
Create your own wine!
From 79 EUR per pers.
B-Winemaker Bordeaux create your own wine gift
Introduction
Always dreamed of creating our own personalized bottle of wine?
Enjoy a Unique experience in the heart of Château Pape Clément, Visit the Chateau, mix and taste your own wine blend and take home your personal bottle!
Visit of the vat-house and barrel cellar.
Learn the secrets of the winemaking process, from the vineyard to the bottle labeling.
Enjoy an introduction to the characteristics of our varietals.
Create and taste your own wine blend to choose the one you like and take it home in a personal souvenir bottle to share with your family or your friends!

At the end of the workshop, tasting of Château Pape Clément red wine.

⊛ Workshop with Château Les Grands Chênes grape variety: 79 €
⊛ Workshop with Château La Tour Carnet grape variety: 99 €
⊛ Workshop with Château Pape Clément grape variety: 129 €
 
If you would like to share your creation or offer it to several persons, you have the opportunity to make other bottles during the workshop:
Price/adding bottle
⊛ Les Grands Chênes 36€
⊛ La Tour Carnet 69€
⊛ Pape Clément 74€
Duration : 2 hours, through prior reservation.

OPENING HOURS

Winery open 7 days a week, book by email : visiteschateaux@bernard-magrez.com or by phone.
Closed on the 1st of January, 1st of May and 25th of December

PHONE : +33 5 57 26 38 34
Location
Château Pape Clément
The 5 Senses Tour
An enoyable discovery for the senses
Château Pape Clément
The 5 Senses Tour
An enoyable discovery for the senses
49 EUR per pers.
THE 5 SENSES
Introduction
Stir up your senses during an new journey in the exceptional place of Château Pape Clément, Grand Cru Classé de Graves in Pessac. Come for a unique, initiatory and playful getaway in Bordeaux, and discover the wine differently and as nowhere else !

From delicate sensations to whirlwinds feelings, let you guide during a sensory journey.
At first, the touch is highlighted, with soils and materials tactile discovery.
In the barrel cellar, the sense of smell expresses itself. A tasting of monovines will allow you to understand the aromas and the contributions of each, in a place soaked by smells of oak and of vintage wines in creation.
Then, the sight comes : a moment between past and present, where you can see the changes which have shaped the vineyard, from 1250 to nowadays.

To perfect this experience, your taste is put to the test during a blind tasting.
At the end, you  will travel by using a forgotten sense of the tasting…

Come and discover it without further delay!
Duration : 2 hours, through prior reservation.

OPENING HOURS

Winery open 7 days a week, book by email : visiteschateaux@bernard-magrez.com or by phone.
Closed on the 1st of January, 1st of May and 25th of December

PHONE : +33 5 57 26 38 34
Location
Château Pape Clément
Wine and cheese pairings
Discover the best pairings
Château Pape Clément
Wine and cheese pairings
Discover the best pairings
69 EUR per pers.
Introduction
Enjoy the visit of a Grand Cru Classé. Discover Seven Centuries of History, a unique terroir and the winemaking secrets of Château Pape Clément.

Our wine expert of Château Pape Clément guides you through the discovery and learning of 8 exceptional wines and 7 cheeses. From light and fruity red wine to fatty white wine, find the best pairing and become a connoisseur host during your next family reunion!
Duration : 2 hours, through prior reservation 48 hours before the tour day.

In order to confirm your reservation, 50% deposit is required. The balance can be paid on site on the day of your visit.

OPENING HOURS

Winery open 7 days a week, book by email : visiteschateaux@bernard-magrez.com or by phone.
Closed on the 1st of January, 1st of May and 25th of December

PHONE : +33 5 57 26 38 34
Location
Château Pape Clément
Workshop: wines & truffles
Discover the subtle flavors of this exceptional delicacy
Château Pape Clément
Workshop: wines & truffles
Discover the subtle flavors of this exceptional delicacy
654 EUR
Introduction
We offer you a private discovery of Château Pape Clément, where you will be captivated by its history, the memory of the place, the enduring traditions, and the winemaking art.

Following this visit, you will taste 5 Grand Wines from the Bernard Magrez selection, paired with 6 truffle-infused bites prepared by Chef Nicolas Guillore, who owns his own truffle orchards. You will discover this surprising alliance between elegance and refinement.

Rate for up to 6 people. Beyond that, €109 per additional person.
Duration: 2 hours, reservation required 1 week in advance.

TO CONFIRM YOUR RESERVATION, A 50% DEPOSIT PAYMENT WILL BE REQUESTED. THE BALANCE CAN BE SETTLED ON THE SPOT ON THE DAY OF YOUR VISIT.

OPENING HOURS
Estate open 7 days a week, reservation via email: visiteschateaux@bernard-magrez.com or phone.

Closed on January 1st, May 1st, and December 25th.

PHONE: +33 5 57 26 38 34
Location
Château Pape Clément
The Quartet
Tasting of the 4 Grands Crus Classés
Château Pape Clément
The Quartet
Tasting of the 4 Grands Crus Classés
99 EUR per pers.
Introduction
This tour is dedicated to collectors, who are demanding and constantly in search of extraordinary new sensations.
Our wine expert accompanies you on a private tour of Château Pape Clément, where you are sure to be impressed by his explanations of the estate’s history, traditions, and the art of winemaking.
The secrets of producing great growths, focusing on techniques that respect the wine’s intrinsic qualities and its terroir, will fascinate those with a good grasp of oenology.
A tasting of the four Bernard Magrez's Grand Cru Classé will take place after the visit.

- Château Fombrauge, Grand Cru Classé Saint-Emilion
- Château La Tour Carnet, Grand Cru Classé Médoc 1855
- Château Pape Clément, Grand Cru Classé de Graves
- Clos Haut-Peyraguey, Premier Grand Cru Classé Sauternes 1855
Duration : 2 hours, through prior reservation.

OPENING HOURS

Winery open 7 days a week, book by email visiteschateaux@bernard-magrez.com or by phone.
Closed on the 1st of January, 1st of May and 25th of December

PHONE : +33 5 57 26 38 34
Location
Château Pape Clément
Visit to the Gardens of Château Pape Clément
Try the phygital experience
Château Pape Clément
Visit to the Gardens of Château Pape Clément
Try the phygital experience
Gratuit EUR
Château Pape Clément
Introduction
In order to allow the discovery of the hundreds of plant species, plants and rare trees present in the park and gardens of Château Pape Clément, Bernard Magrez, owner of this iconic property, is launching a "phygital" experience called "Les Jardins Extraordinaires".

One of the singularities of Château Pape Clément lies in the quality, originality and uniqueness of its park.
The park is made up of multiple gardens (olive groves, palm groves, vegetable gardens, succulents, golf greens, etc.) in which approximately 600 varieties of plants and trees grow, some of which are unique in the region.

Access the multimedia content from your smartphone and let Gil, the estate's landscape gardener, guide you through the secrets of the gardens.

The visit is free and no application needs to be downloaded.
The visit is available thanks to QR codes.
Location
Château Pape Clément
The Secrets behind a legend
Private visit and vertical tasting
Château Pape Clément
The Secrets behind a legend
Private visit and vertical tasting
From 195 EUR per pers.
The Secrets behind a legend Château Pape Clément
Introduction
An inheritance of over 7 centuries, with a consistent commitment over time in the production of wines: quality. This is what we invite you to discover.


After a historical and technical tour led by our wine expert, you will taste 5 vintages of Château Pape Clément, red and a vintage of Château Pape Clément white. (known as a "vertical" tasting) and have the privilege of savoring our radiant gem, Château Pape Clément white.


Vertical tasting option with 4 vintages of Château Pape Clément white and 2 vintages of Château Pape Clément red


Vertical Tasting Experience:

Rate for a vertical tasting experience of red wines: €195 per person
Rate for a vertical tasting experience of white wines: €229 per person
Duration : 2 hours, through prior reservation 

OPENING HOURS

Winery open 7 days a week, book by email visiteschateaux@bernard-magrez.com or by phone.
Closed on the 1st of January, 1st of May and 25th of December

PHONE : +33 5 57 26 38 34
Location

Tasting tours at Château Fombrauge

Introduction Location
At just 3km from Saint-Émilion, the awe-inspiring elegance of the French gardens are sure to capture your imagination as you discover Château Fombrauge's history, with the battles, wars and successions that have punctuated the passing centuries.
 
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Tasting tours at Château La Tour Carnet

Introduction Location
Out of all the estates owned by the major Bordeaux producer, one Chateau stands out through its history and the originality of its wines: La Tour Carnet, Grand Cru Classé of Médoc. Ever loyal to the unique Luxury Wine Experience concept, the Chateau visit takes participants back through the centuries.
 
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