Bordeaux to Saint-Emilion and Pomerol: Day trip

Saint-Emilion is filled with underground churches, ancient cellars, and bold reds made for sipping in the sun on its hilltop setting. Saint-Emilion is a medieval hilltop village where wine, history, and legend are woven into every stone. Begin at the Monolithic Church, carved from solid rock, then climb the bell tower for sweeping views of vineyards and rooftops. Wander cobbled lanes past wine shops and hidden courtyards toward the King’s Keep. Opt for a catacombs tour or enjoy sparkling wine in the ivy-covered Cloitre des Cordeliers. Tastings abound - from grand chateaux to tucked-away cellars. End with lunch at L’Envers du Decor or grab traditional macarons to go before your driver takes you to the next stop.

Pomerol offers peace, prestige, and velvet-smooth Merlots on tranquil lanes lined with vine-covered chateau gates. Pomerol may be one of Bordeaux’s smallest appellations, but its wines are among the most coveted. Drive country roads past discreet gates and manicured vines. At Chateau La Conseillante or Clinet, enjoy elegant, small-group tastings of lush Merlot blends in peaceful cellars. Stop at Chateau Beauregard for its turreted charm, or pause at Eglise Saint-Jean for a quiet photo. The vineyards near Chateau Petrus offer one of the region’s most iconic views. Grab a few macarons or a bottle to take home, then relax - your driver will be waiting.