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Ready for a year full of wine, smiles and château hopping? Here’s your month-by-month guide to the most joyful wine rendezvous in Bordeaux. Save the 2025 dates, bring your curiosity…


Ready for a year full of wine, smiles and château hopping? Here’s your month-by-month guide to the most joyful wine rendezvous in Bordeaux. Save the 2025 dates, bring your curiosity (and maybe a corkscrew), because the vineyards are rolling out the red carpet — and you’re on the guest list.

From Médoc to Saint-Émilion, it’s your chance to sip, smile, and soak up the soul of our vineyards.

 

MARCH

Presqu’île d’Ambès Châteaux
– March 29 & 30, 2025

Between the Dordogne and the Garonne, there’s a sliver of land with a big personality — welcome to the Presqu’île d’Ambès! For two days, local winemakers invite you in to taste wines full of character, shaped by this unique riverside terroir. Expect quiet charm, big flavours, and a lovely off-the-beaten-path escape.


APRIL

Médoc Châteaux Open Days
– April 5 & 6, 2025

Ninety estates — yes, you read that right — open their doors for a weekend of discovery in the Médoc. From prestigious Grands Crus Classés to passionate small producers, everyone’s joining the party. Cellars, vines, châteaux and of course, tastings galore… It’s wine wonderland on the Left Bank.

Printemps des Vins de Blaye
– April 12 & 13, 2025

Spring is in the air, and so is the aroma of good wine. Head to Blaye to celebrate the season in style. The citadel, the vines, the warm welcome — it’s all there. With tastings, fun activities and cheerful winemakers, this weekend is a feel-good highlight.

Lalande de Pomerol Open Days
– April 26 & 27, 2025

Polished, generous, and a little under the radar — wines from Lalande de Pomerol are pure charm in a glass. During this open weekend, take a deep dive into this renowned terroir, meet the people behind the labels, and savour the elegance of each sip.


MAY

Saint-Émilion, Lussac & Puisseguin Open Days
– May 1–4, 2025

Four days, dozens of châteaux, and one of the most iconic wine regions in the world. Wander from estate to estate, meet the passionate folks who make these exceptional wines, and soak in the medieval beauty of Saint-Émilion and its satellite appellations.

Tous Ô Chais – Côtes de Bourg Open Days
– May 10 & 11, 2025

On the Right Bank of the Gironde, it’s party time in the Côtes de Bourg! The vibe? Warm and welcoming. The wines? Rich and characterful. The people? Just lovely. With food, fun, and great bottles waiting, it’s the perfect weekend to dive into this rising star of Bordeaux.


JUNE

Cadillac Côtes de Bordeaux Open Days
– June 7 & 8, 2025

Wine, vines and sweetness in the air — this is Cadillac. For one special weekend, explore the charming estates of this southern appellation and taste both bold reds and luscious sweet wines. Bonus: great chats with down-to-earth winemakers.

Montagne-Saint-Émilion Open Days
– June 7–9, 2025

Three days to explore the rolling hills of Montagne and its soulful reds. This satellite of Saint-Émilion offers all the charm, less of the crowd, and wines that punch way above their weight. Come thirsty and curious!

Les Estivales de Pessac-Léognan
– June 14 & 15, 2025

Sunhats on, sandals out — it’s picnic time in the vines! Some estates even host countryside lunches, perfect between tastings. This is your chance to try the elegant reds and crisp dry whites of one of Bordeaux’s most refined appellations, just a stone’s throw from the city.

Entre-deux-Mers Wine Festival
– June 14, 2025

Between two rivers, there’s a sea of wines to discover — literally. The Entre-deux-Mers region celebrates its vibrant whites, rosés and Clairets during a friendly, festive day filled with tastings and conversations. Keep an eye out — date to be confirmed!

SEPTEMBER

Castillon Côtes de Bordeaux Open Days
– September 6 & 7, 2025

Neighbouring Saint-Émilion, the Castillon area has stories in every bottle. Join the locals for a weekend of relaxed tastings and open-hearted exchanges. Expect bold reds, great views, and a generous dose of history.


OCTOBER

Graves de Vayres Open Days
– usually the 1st Sunday of October

A hidden gem with a lot of heart. The charming appellation of Graves de Vayres welcomes you (as it does every year around the first Sunday of October) to discover its delicious reds and crisp whites. It’s intimate, authentic, and full of lovely surprises — perfect for wine lovers who enjoy going off the beaten path.

Graves & Graves Supérieures Open Days
– October 18 & 19, 2025

Red, dry white, sweet white — the Graves family does it all, and they do it well. Dive into one of Bordeaux’s oldest vineyard areas for a weekend of history, elegance, and delicious discoveries.

Fronsac & Canon Fronsac Open Days
– October 25 & 26, 2025

These neighbouring appellations are where elegance meets age-worthiness. Visit family-run estates and taste reds with personality and depth. It’s a refined affair, with a warm and friendly twist.


NOVEMBER

Sauternes & Barsac Open Days
– November 8–11, 2025

Golden, silky, unforgettable — the sweet wines of Sauternes and Barsac are the stars of this long weekend. Visit legendary châteaux, meet the makers, and indulge in wines that truly taste like celebration.

Sainte-Croix-du-Mont Open Days
– November 15 & 16, 2025

Across the river from Sauternes, this charming appellation adds a twist: cellars carved into fossil-covered cliffs! Taste their fragrant sweet wines and discover a hidden treasure, both in the glass and underground.

Pomerol Open Day
– November 15, 2025

This is rare. Pomerol, the land of velvety reds and mythical bottles, opens its doors — for one day only. A handful of prestigious estates welcome you behind the scenes. Quiet luxury, pure pleasure.

Loupiac Open Days
– November 29 & 30, 2025

Delicate, festive, and a perfect match for the holidays, Loupiac’s sweet wines are a seasonal treat. Come discover the elegance of this Right Bank appellation and share a glass (or two) with the people who make it.


DECEMBER

Pessac-Léognan Open Days
– December 6 & 7, 2025

One last wine adventure before the year ends? Yes, please! This historic appellation rolls out the barrels for a festive weekend of tastings, just in time to pick a few bottles for your holiday table. Cheers to that!

 

 

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