Excursion Chateau de ferrand food and wine pairing tour at Bordeaux

Embrace the enchanting beauty and exquisite flavours of the Classified Château de Ferrand during this unforgettable, evening, food-and-wine-pairing excursion.

Depart the pier for the scenic, approximately one-hour drive to the Saint-Emilion vineyards. Upon arrival, a visit is made to Château de Ferrand, an enchanting, 17th-century château surrounded by vines and overlooking the Dordogne Valley. It is a rare jewel that has become accessible to the public. Built during the reign of Louis XIV, Château de Ferrand was purchased by Baron Bich in 1978 and it is now the property of his children. Baron Bich is world-famous for its ballpoint pens sold all over the world, as well as its disposable razors and lighters.

Upon arrival, take a private, guided walking tour of the estate and its cellars. The Function Room and wine cellars have been elegantly and stylishly refurbished by a renowned Italian designer. Authenticity runs through this exceptional estate. From the beauty of the site to the incalculable care and attention brought to the winemaking process, along with food-and-wine pairings to delight the palate, Ferrand is the epitome of French art de vivre. The estate's wines have been a leading light among the great Bordeaux wine estates for 300 years. In 2012, Ferrand won deserved recognition for the unanimously-acclaimed quality of its wines when the estate was awarded Saint-Emilion Grand Cru Classé status (Classified estate).

Following your estate-and-cellars tour, proceed for a wine-tasting followed by a food-and-wine-pairing dinner/workshop with four dishes and four vintages of Château de Ferrand. Taste, savour and compare creations by the private chateau chef whilst the sommelier of the château explains the secret behind each food-and-wine pairing. A unique experience designed to awaken your senses, this workshop-menu ends with a dessert-style, coffee-or-tea Gourmand. At the conclusion of your visit, re-board your coach and commence the approximately one-hour drive back to the pier.

Points of interests

Points of interest seen on this excursion include: Bordeaux, Saint-Emilion Vineyard, Château de Ferrand, Vineyards, Private Estate and Cellars Tour, Wine-Tasting, Food-and-Wine-Pairing Dinner/Workshop

Note

Please note: This tour involves a moderate amount of walking for approximately 219 yards (about 200 metres), at times over uneven, gravel and natural surfaces, with a few steps to negotiate to get on/off the coach and 30 steps at the cellars. This tour is not suitable for guests with limited mobility and guests who utilise a wheelchair. Guests are advised to wear smart-casual, comfortable clothing with flat, closed-toe walking shoes, and bring sun protection, bottled water, credit cards and Euros for purchases from the ship. Guests must be at least 18 years old to participate in tastings of alcoholic beverages. The tour sequence may vary. Space on this tour is very limited; we suggest you book in advance to avoid disappointment.