From June 23 to 26, the place of wine’s inexplicable meeting place for Bordeaux lovers returns to the docks, rediscovering itself as part of Bordeaux Wine Week. Bordeaux Fête le Vin thus takes the key elements that have made it a success, while at the same time combining great innovations with great added environmental value. Following the cancellation of the 2020 edition due to the Health Crisis 21 revised 2021 edition, this release will begin on June 16 in Metropolis restaurants, wine shops, as well as in the halls where winemakers and shopkeepers play music in showrooms. will come to meet the visitors. Not to mention the long-awaited sailing ships anchored in the Baron dock, as at the beginning of each summer. But Bordeaux has many other nuggets that are worth a little spring bypass …
Exhibition about Picasso
Until August 28, 2022, La Cité du Vin will host a temporary exhibition Picasso’s foam. With the exclusive support of the Picasso National Museum in Paris and the Picasso Museum in Barcelona, the Foundation brings together more than eighty works, inviting visitors to discover the place of wine, the famous alcoholic beverage. Pablo Picasso through various topics և media (paintings, drawings, ceramics, films, etc.).
The City of Wine, 134 quai de Bacalan, 33300 Bordeaux. Such. 05 56 16 20 20: A guided tour is offered throughout the exhibition, on weekends, at 2:30 pm and 4:00 pm.
New ways of wine tourism
Originally scheduled for mid-May, the new wine lanes will finally be operational in June. There will be two routes, one on foot, the other by bicycle, which must be carried out independently. From the Quinconces Square to the Cité du Vin, the walkway will invite visitors to open their eyes to works of art, statues, buildings, architectural details or even wine museums through 24 attractions. This 3-kilometer route can be traced back to the collector’s card sold at the tour desk via audio capsules available via QR codes. At the same time, three 12-, 22 և 30-kilometer bike lanes, including visiting properties, were also conceived in the north of the metropolis, from Blancfort.
More information from Bordeaux Tourist Office.
City basement
It was in a former warehouse dedicated to the barrels of Bordeaux trade (which became the Niel military barracks in 1877) that La Micro Winerie recently housed Darwin under the auspices of an ecosystem model on the right bank. Agricultural philologist Maxim Rose has toured the world’s vineyards to discover different areas of viticulture and wine-making methods. He now takes on the challenge of setting up a winery in Bordeaux Bastid, offering three tricky workshops: from harvest to mix և tasting, including crushing, squeezing, maturing and bottling. Since September 2021, the 30-year-old has produced a sulfite-free red wine called Primitif, as well as two white wines (one 100% Chenin de Loire, the other Zéphyr, 70% Sauvignon և 30% Sémillon) and orange wine (100% Sauvignon). ), all hand-picked from organic or biodynamic agriculture grapes. Its purpose is to deconstruct the world of wine and its production.
La Micro Winerie, 87 Quai des Queyries, 33100 Bordeaux. Such. 07 68 29 48 87:
Practice
GO:
Up to 19 two-way train journeys on weekdays և 25 weekends departing from Paris for 16 euros (Ouigo) և 25 euros (Inoue) և 6-day flight from Paris to Charles de Gaulle for 50 euros.
WHERE TO STAY?
Villas Foch:
Most recently, a subtle, incredibly elegant 5-star hotel. Ideally located in Public Park, Queens Square, it has a bar with a very nice cozy atmosphere and an equally cozy spa. Offer in “Bordeaux environment” – 495 euros for two people (accommodation + dinner + cocktails + spa entrance + La Cité du Vin tickets).
Villas Foch, 25, cours du Maréchal Foch, 33000 Bordeaux. Such. 05 64 31 22 50:
St. James
Located in Bulyac, 10 km from Bordeaux, Saint-James is a special haven in the heart of the vineyard, 12 suns և 950 feet long, the smallest vineyard in the region, along with Meriniac Airport. But on the hotel side it is a great luxury, on which Relais & Châteaux put their stamp. 18 bright rooms և suites located on an old 17th century farm. This Jean Nouvel brand has a starred table, a basement of 20,000 bottles with 2,000 references, a cooking school and a heated outdoor pool that is open until the end of October. For one classic room starting at 256 euros without breakfast.
Hotel & Restaurant Le Saint-James, 3rd place Camille Hostein, 33270 Bouliac. Such. 05 57 97 06 00:
House The Race:
Located in the charming Jardin Public district, this charming 19th-century private mansion offers five living rooms and suites with well-appointed décor. 220 euros (Lasaya room) up to 580 euros (Ceyros room on the roof balcony with pool), breakfast included.
Maison La Course, 69, rue de la Course, 33000 Bordeaux. Such. 05 56 52 28 07:
Parcel Saint-Emilion:
Less than 45 minutes’ drive from Bordeaux, Saint-Emilion is home to great wines. : desire. A haven of peace in the heart of the first vineyard, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. € 140 / day for two people.
Parcel Saint-ilmilion, Château Champion, place Champion, 33330 Saint-ilmilion. Such. 01 76 40 29 90:
GOOD TABLE.
Zoology:
Not far from Capucins Market և Saint-Jean Train Station, this luxurious hotel hides a lush balcony with lush vegetation where you can enjoy simple yet inspiring fresh, seasonal cuisine, lunch and dinner. Chef’s meal menu for 25 euros (starter or main course-dessert) or 29 euros (starting with main course-dessert), without drinks.
Zoology, 151, cours de la Marne, 33000 Bordeaux. Such. 05 33 06 99 17:
WHERE TO DRINK?
Gina Barr
Located on the roof of the Renaissance Hotel, opened by Marriott International in June 2021, this bar offers a unique panorama of Garonne, Chaban-Delmas Bridge և Cite du Vin. Wine from 6 to 14 euros per glass.
Gina Bar, Renaissance Hotel, Place des Millésimes, 33000 Bordeaux. Such. 05 33 52 13 67:
The red dot
Cocktails / cocktails, spirits, wines… This secret address offers a delicious menu of homemade ice cubes, as well as homemade creations. From € 9 (cocktails) to € 12-14 (cocktails).
Le Point Rouge., 1, quai de Paludate, 33000 Bordeaux. Such. 05 56 94 94 40:
Source: Le Figaro
