Bordeaux Gourmet Experience : French Cheeses & Wines
About this activity
A Fun Guided Group Experience fit for a Foodie. Experience the Gastronomical Pleasures of French cheeses paired with delicious Bordeaux wines.
Highlights
- Discover local Bordeaux wine pairings
- Taste classic Bordeaux wines from the region
- Savor exquisite French cheeses underground
- Explore food and wine pairing techniques
- Enjoy a curated selection of gourmet bites
Full description
Enjoy the best of France while in Bordeaux on this 1.5-hour cheese and wine tasting session. Meet in one of Bordeaux’s most unique locations and discover the underground vaulted “100 cheese cellar”! In a fun & informative atmosphere, come and savor 9 AOC cheeses from all over France that will be complemented by three regional wines of Bordeaux. Here, indulge in a wine and cheese session and experience a wide range of flavors, aromas and characteristics. Of course, your cheese tasting will also include delicious local bread! Bon appétit.
Included / Excluded
- Entrance fees
- Tasting fees
- Activity fees
- Personal travel insurance, expenses.
- Hotel pickup and drop-off.
Meeting point
Start Location
19 Rue Huguerie, 33000 Bordeaux
Operating hours
- Monday05:00 PM
- Tuesday11:30 AM, 05:00 PM
- Wednesday11:30 AM, 05:00 PM
- Thursday11:30 AM, 05:00 PM
- Friday11:30 AM, 05:00 PM
- Saturday11:30 AM
Important information
Know before you book
- Instant booking confirmation
- Children under 18 years old are not accepted
- Minimum age to drink alcohol is 18 years old
Know before you go
- Wear comfortable, smart‑casual attire suitable for a relaxed tasting in a historic cellar.
- Bring a camera or smartphone to capture the Cave of 100 Cheeses and your tasting moments.
- Allow extra time for parking in Bordeaux city center so you arrive at the meeting point stress‑free.
Health & restrictions
Age, Height, Weight
- Minimum age: 18
Food & drinks
- Food: 3 platters of 3 assorted cheeses
- Drinks: 3 Bordeaux wines
Cancellation policy
Operator strictly adheres to its cancellation policy and will make no exceptions to the policy. If Guest chooses to cancel his or her reservation, Operator must receive written notice of said cancellation in writing via certified mail, fax or e-mail sent to info@ophorus.com (with confirmation of receipt from Operator), and Guest shall be subject to the following cancellation fee schedule: Ophorus requires full payment by credit card, internet payment (through our website) or wire transfer (Wire transfer fees at the charge of the Guest) to make a reservation. We accept payment by AMEX, Visa and Master Card. There is no charge or service fee for processing credit card payments except with American Express +3%. For any cancellation, the following fees will be deducted from the refund: > Up to 24 hours prior to departure: no cancellation fees except the booking fees. > 24 hours prior to departure and less > no refund All semi private tours depart on time. Clients should present themselves at the allocated meeting point at least 10 minutes before the beginning of the tour. Driver/guide will not wait unless Ophorus has been previously informed that the client will be late with a maximum waiting time of 10 minutes. Beyond that waiting time, tours will depart and Ophorus cannot be held responsible for clients missing their tour.
Reviews
This was such an amazing tour! We went to Mont St Micheal with Matt as our guide and he was brilliant! Funny, informative and incredibly friendly!! Anyone who books a tour with him is going to have the best time, thank you so much!!
(Translated by Google) The guide Carlos is very knowledgeable and does his job with passion. It was a great experience. (Original) La guida Carlos è molto competente e svolge il lavoro con passione. Bella esperienza,
Our guide was Pascal. He was poetry in motion, delivering thorough insights of the Normandy Invasion Beaches.
Frequently asked questions
FAQs
Additional information
This activity is best for curious food and wine lovers who enjoy relaxed, social tastings in a friendly atmosphere rather than formal, technical masterclasses. It particularly suits couples, groups of friends, and small groups who want to discover French cheeses and Bordeaux wines together around a communal table, in an atmospheric historic cellar that keeps the experience fun, approachable, and interactive.