This year the 7th Grands Crus weekend was held on 12th and 13 May. The Union des Grands Crus de Bordeaux put together a truly magnificent programme for wine-lovers. Wine Tour Booking, as a wine tour specialist, strongly recommends that you attend one of these events, if ever the opportunity arises, and we show below exactly what the programme was, to whet your appetite :

SATURDAY 12th MAY : 

–   Meet the proprietors of the Grands Crus Exceptionnelles and sample their wines all in one place : Hangar 14 on the quays of Bordeaux. Price 60 euros for reservations before May 11th (75 euros on the door) Half price for students and wine professionals.

–   Gala chateau dinners : you are invited to dine in the most prestigious chateaux , gastronomy and the finest wines combined (a list of hosting chateaux is on the UGB website) Price 140 euros, transport included.

–   Grands Crus Party : for those aged between 18 and 40, a chance to experience a Wine Bar serving only Grands Crus in a cocktail party atmosphere with sounds by a celebrated DJ. Relax and enjoy a splendidly luxurious festive occasion ! Price 60 euros.

SUNDAY 13 th MAY :

–   Visit the vineyards : Three exceptional tours available from Bordeaux, each to estates rarely open to the public. Price 90 euros including meal and transport.

–   Golf Tournament : organised on the magnificent Medoc golf course, this tournament brings together all those who love both golf and wine to pit their handicaps against Grands Crus producers. Price 85 euros, lunch and green fees included. Prizes … Grands Crus, naturally !

Throughout the weekend, members of the Grands Crus union open their doors to lucky weekenders by appointment.

You can see from the programme that this is indeed a very enjoyable two day event, but that it’s also better to book in advance. Which is why we encourage you to have a look at the UCGB website as soon as possible to see what’s coming next at www.ugcb.net

Wine Tour Booking wishes you all a grand weekend !