Saint-Emilion Grand Cru Classified: Picnic & Visit in French
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2 hours
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Discover the alliance between modernity and tradition during the visit of two Châteaux Grand Cru Classé, followed by a picnic in the heart of the vineyards.
Start by discovering the two wineries of the De Schepper family, in the Saint-Émilion Grand Cru appellation:
The Castle Tower Baladoz, with its authentic and traditional cellar of the appellation. Explanation of the winemaking process.
The Château La Croizille, looking to the future, with a modern cellar and one of the most beautiful views of Saint-Émilion.
The tour ends with a guided tasting of three wines from our properties.
Extend this moment by enjoying a winemaker’s picnic with local produce, accompanied by a glass of wine of your choice, while admiring the view of the vineyards.
Please inform us in advance in case of allergies or specific diets, so that we can adapt your basket.
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Visit to Château La Croizille. Explanations on the differences in wine making processes between a traditional château and a modern château using the latest technologies (both in terms of blending, vinification and aging).
Chateau La Croizille
Visit to Château La Croizille. Explanations on the differences in wine making processes between a traditional château and a modern château using the latest technologies (both in terms of blending, vinification and aging).
What‘s Included
Gourmet plank of local cheeses and cured meats, accompanied by vegetables and seasonal fruits, served with a glass of wine of your choice and coffee.
Visit to the 2 properties and tasting of 3 great wines
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ENGLISH: Picnic & Visit
Duration: 2 hours
Reviews
38 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Vineyard tour and picnic
Brigitte R,Sep 7, 2025
- Review from Viator
4.00Good Price quality ratio. Very interesting and good picnic basket. Very nice view of the vineyard fields. Beautiful picnic area
A place not to be missed!!
Inoshishi1200,Aug 28, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00We had a great time with super friendly staff.Unfortunately, the wine tasting only presented us with (super good) wines at quite high prices and we regret not visiting the cellars. Despite this, we will return without hesitation
Wonderful
Paradise51401756690,May 29, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Wonderful site! Friendly and attentive guide. The formula with picnic and tasting was very appreciated! Bravo!
I personally would not recommend
Amanda B,Sep 18, 2024
- Review from Viator
2.00Unfortunately, for me, it was not as advertised. There was not a choice of picnic except bland cold shredded chicken in cold chopped vegetables or a vegetarian cold pasta. We didn't get the starter (they dished it up to another part of our group then told us to share with that table??) and desert was a prepackaged mousse. The baguette was handed to our entire group and told to break it up and pass along. Even the wine was not the €10 euro rose bottle at the taster but instead a poorer quality. Picnic in an area around the back on a bench, whereas if you just go yourself you get the lovely seats, sunshine and view. I felt it was badly executed and basically handled with haste. Sorry, I would not recommend. Go for a tour if you wish but not the picnic or food.
Nice views. Skip the “PICNIC”
marlad1217,Sep 3, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
3.00I had high hopes for this tour. The 2 wineries are beautiful with one being more modern than most in the area. The view was incredible! Our guide Isabel was amazing. Very knowledgeable and made the tour interesting. Also, our group was fun which made it a nice experience. HOWEVER, the part that ruined the whole thing was the picnic. Not what I expected at all!! We have done picnics at other vineyards in Italy and USA, always with an excellent assortment of pickys and lunch items. This was embarrassing! You check of on paper what you want, then they microwave some mushy chicken or whatever you choose and bring it in a basket. It was awful! I dont think we had more than one bite. I couldnt believe how sad it was. Why microwaved food in Bordeaux??? Had it been better food we would have ordered more wine and stayed to enjoy the view. Instead we ran, leaving it all there. So gross. Dont bother with the picnic. The execution is so BAD.
Glorious picnic and winetasting in a beautiful setting
francescak862,Aug 26, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Thomas was a great tour guide - friendly and informative and clearly loves his job! The vineyards are in a beautiful valley and we enjoyed the views with our delicious picnic lunch. The wine tasting was fun and just the right amount of tasting and information. We went with our three older teenage children and they loved it too! Thank you.
Wonderful afternoon
amQ5606KZ,Aug 20, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Amazing trip. Slightly out of town but easily found by car. Friendly greeting. Huge thunderstorm meant the wonderful views were not so wonderful initially but cover and umbrellas sorted all that. Sun came out later as well… Picnic Lunch was great. Tour guide was fantastic. Perfect English and really informative. Embarrassed we can’t name check her but thank you. Really lovely half day start to our visit to Bordeaux area. Good value for money we thought.
Superior
simonap519,May 31, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00A warranty! This itinerary offers a complete overview, starting from the visit of the Château (Balazon the oldest, La Croizille the most modern) with an accurate explanation of the processes and techniques of winemaking and wine production, ending on the panoramic terrace where a tasting of 3 wines (from Bordeaux superior to the Grand cru classé of Saint-Émilion) . It all ends with a picnic with a spectacular view of the vineyards, with appetizer, first course and dessert accompanied by a glass of wine of your choice! The staff is not only professional in terms of explanations during the guided tour, they are extremely kind and courteous, ready to satisfy any customer request! See you soon !
Fantastic experience. Highly recommend
B1534AWjohnd,Mar 9, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00A fantastic experience. We were lucky enough it was just myself and my dad on the tour so had a very personal experience. Beautiful grounds across both chateaus. We walked there from saint emillion town. Was a beautiful 30 min walk surrounded by vineyards. We also had the picnic which was excellent, all locally made food - 3 courses! Tour guide was excellent and very knowledgeable
Excellent!
sukritig2024,Feb 23, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We booked the tour and picnic for Valentine's Day and it was a wonderful experience. The tour was amazing and quite informative. Our guide was lovely and very knowledgeable. The wines were really good and flavoursome.
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