Bordeaux Wine and Trade Museum Admission Ticket with Wine Tasting
Overview
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Take a trip through French history with a visit to the Bordeaux Wine and Trade Museum. Explore the rise of the wine trade, from the evolution of the wine merchant in the Middle Ages to the present day wineries and exports. After your tour, you can partake in a commented wine tasting, giving you an introduction to the distinct wines of the Bordeaux region.
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
What To Expect
Musee Du Vin Et Du Negoce
In the building of the royal broker Louis XV, discover three centuries of history and prestige of the ‘grands vins de Bordeaux’. The vaulted cellars built in 1720 depict the work of the coopers and the traditional wine aging practices of traders in the nineteenth century. The cellars also illustrate the Bordeaux wine trade with a number of collections that take you beyond the two seas. The spirit of Chartrons and the Bordeaux wine trade are captured with the sophisticated architectural style of the 18th century. Various artifacts and archival documents trace the exceptional careers of the great merchant families as well as the ancestral knowledge of workers in the cellars. The wine tasting: At the end of your visit, you can partake in a wine tasting of two wines in the boutique of the museum. Here, you will learn how to differentiate between the grape varieties Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon, as well as learn the difference between a Merchant and Chateau wine.
Options
Entrance and wine tasting
Visite du musée et dégustation
What‘s Included
Wine tasting
Additional food and drinks, unless specified
Meeting points
Musee Du Vin Et Du Negoce
41 Rue Borie Bordeaux France
End points
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
607 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Worth visiting if you want a history and a tasting with explanation!
Destination262279,Jun 3, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00A really interesting history which explains the importance of Bordeaux, the way the wine developed (storage, aging, bottling etc). The tasting was very informative and I feel I learnt something about the wine as well as enjoying it!
Excellent Visit
738colmm,May 29, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Very interesting exploration of wines in the city - learned a lot from this tour. Staff were very helpful and engaging and took delight in our enjoyment. Nice tasting afterwards. Merci!
Wine tasting and presentation
Voyageur544,Apr 11, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This was included in the Bordeaux CityPass & I just turned up - no prior booking was required. The museum is effectively a couple of old cellars which are very well presented and takes you on a tour of wine production in Bordeaux through the ages. The wine tasting at the end involved a very good presentation on the wine region of Bordeaux and the tasting of two different wines. The shop includes many options of local wines along with other wine-based products. Definitely recommend! Very friendly wine expert giving the talk and leading the wine tasting.
Interesting historic wine cellar experience, but tasting is simple
tynettat2026,Apr 4, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
3.00I visited the Musée du Vin et du Négoce de Bordeaux and did the self-guided tour. The experience begins with downloading an audio/guide via a QR code, which walks you through each part of the museum at your own pace. It’s easy to follow and allows you to move through the space comfortably. The highlight for me was the cave itself — the underground cellar is very impressive, with a strong sense of history. The artifacts and explanations about Bordeaux’s wine trade and négociant system were interesting and gave good context to the region’s wine culture. The wine tasting at the end was okay. It’s important to note that it’s not a flight of wines — instead, you receive one glass of wine representing a region they’ve chosen to highlight. If you’re expecting multiple tastings, this may feel a bit limited. Overall, it’s a worthwhile stop if you’re interested in the history of Bordeaux wine and want to see a traditional cellar setting.
A museum as we love them
33florinette,Mar 29, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00A jewel I love the ancient coast preserved far from any junk effect The place itself is already a museum; the layout is respectful of the past. For me the prettiest museum in Bordeaux at present DO NOT CHANGE!
A small but intimate museum experience--highly recommened
kagP663XM,Mar 27, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00Staff were very helpful and knowledgeable, which was much appreciated. The museum offered a different perspective than the larger wine museum, La Cité du Vin further down the river. The 2 museums compliment each other very well, so perhaps both are worth visiting.
Bordeaux holidays
maribH1057RY,Mar 11, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Very well. very informative continue
My Visit
alienwang2012,Feb 18, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
3.00The Musee du Vin et du Negoce is small but definitely worth visiting - it offers a fascinating look into the history of Bordeaux wine and trade, with many historical objects and informative displays that bring the region's wine culture to life.
Nice experience
lauraazard,Nov 30, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00Nice visit, and tasting very well comment and explain, especially on the history around Bordeaux wines and lands! Thanks to the dealer, it was a very interesting moment
Great value for $$
Vanessa T,Sep 16, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Was fantastic so informative and such good value for money. I really enjoyed every moment listening to the audio as I went around followed by wine tasting which I thought was absolutely amazing. They included in the price. Mathilde knew her wines and was fabulous
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