In Bordeaux, one expects firm, tannic wines that require ageing. These certainly exist, but today the variation is greater, and the wines are a bit softer. They can be enjoyed with pleasure much earlier than before. It can be a revelation to taste they young wines and discover how absolutely delicious they are. Some people prefer their Bordeaux well‑aged, while others enjoy the fresh fruit and youthful tannins that pair so beautifully with a fine piece of meat.
On our tour, we enjoy a beautiful, still, summery landscape and lots of activity in the cellars as harvest approaches. We will visit famous, elegant châteaux where we sometimes have lunch (and not just any lunch, true gastronomic wonders, with wines to match!), or just a magnificent tasting.
We will also have informative walks through the vineyards. You might even get to taste lesser-known grape varieties, such as petit verdot.
You will get to know both the grand, famous châteaux and the more down‑to‑earth family estates. Bordeaux is also becoming very environmentally conscious, and we will discuss both organic and regenerative farming (we’ve written a ground-breaking book on sustainability).
There will of course also be a lot of talk about different vintages, that is how it is in Bordeaux. Each vintage is different.
Even if you visit Bordeaux for the first time, a wine lover immediately feels at home.
Come and discover French wine and food in Bordeaux on this luxurious wine tour with BKWine, one of the world’s leading wine tour operators (*).
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(*) And the only one who has authored 13 award-winning wine books, one of which is on Bordeaux wines.
We can add that we have also written an award-winning book about Bordeaux.
Wine Travel at Its Finest
When you travel with BKWine, you travel with true wine authorities: Britt and Per Karlsson. For over 20 years, we have personally created and led hundreds of tours for thousands of wine lovers across Europe, South Africa, South America, and Oceania. We are the authors of 13 award-winning books, recognised by the Swedish Academy of Gastronomy, Gourmand International, and the OIV (International Organisation of Vine and Wine). Our publications are frequently used as core material in both professional and enthusiast wine education.
Our expertise is globally recognised. We have been named “Best Wine Guide” and “Best Wine Tour Operator” by the Wine Travel Awards, and our journeys have been hailed as the “World’s Top Wine Tours” by the world’s leading travel media. Beyond our tours, we write in-depth on wine for BKWine Magazine and are regular contributors to Forbes.com and frequently serve as expert judges in prestigious international wine competitions. We have also acted as speakers and advisors on wine tourism for organisations, regions and nations including the UN (UNWTO), The World Bank, Vinitaly, Ukraine, the Languedoc and others.
Our mission is to provide you with an unparalleled wine and culinary experience. The gastronomy on our tours is legendary. Because we personally design every itinerary and have visited thousands of estates over the decades, we know exactly where to find the most authentic people and the most unique, hidden gems. We don’t always take you to “the big and famous”—that would be too easy. Instead, we focus on unique rencontres: meaningful encounters with people, wine, and food.
We aren’t here to sell you bottles; we are here to provide a profound wine experience and memories that last a lifetime—all while ensuring you have a truly wonderful time. When you choose BKWine, you are travelling with the experts, with Britt and Per, who created the journey, ensuring you receive the very best experience possible.
