Bordeaux Wine Trip Planner
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Bordeaux
Wine Trip Planner
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Quick Reference — Bordeaux
Currency
EUR (€)
Time Zone
CET (UTC+1), CEST (UTC+2) in summer
Emergency
112 (EU-wide) or 15 (SAMU medical)
Nearest Airport
Bordeaux–Mérignac Airport (BOD) — 30 min to city centre
Best Months
May through October. Harvest in September-October.
Budget Per Day
$150–250 mid-range, $80–120 budget, $400+ luxury
Tipping
Not expected at wineries. 10% at restaurants is generous. Round up for good service.
Key Phrases
Top Wineries to Consider
- Château Margaux (Margaux, 1st Growth)
- Château Lafite Rothschild (Pauillac, 1st Growth)
- Château Pétrus (Pomerol)
- Château d'Yquem (Sauternes, Premier Cru Supérieur)
- Château Palmer (Margaux, 3rd Growth)
Pre-Trip Checklist
Daily Itinerary
Day 1
Date: _______________Morning Winery Visit
Winery
Appointment Time
Tasting Notes / Favourites
Lunch
Restaurant / Spot
Afternoon Winery Visit
Winery
Appointment Time
Tasting Notes / Favourites
Dinner
Restaurant
Wine Purchased Today
Cost
Day Highlight
Day 2
Date: _______________Morning Winery Visit
Winery
Appointment Time
Tasting Notes / Favourites
Lunch
Restaurant / Spot
Afternoon Winery Visit
Winery
Appointment Time
Tasting Notes / Favourites
Dinner
Restaurant
Wine Purchased Today
Cost
Day Highlight
Day 3
Date: _______________Morning Winery Visit
Winery
Appointment Time
Tasting Notes / Favourites
Lunch
Restaurant / Spot
Afternoon Winery Visit
Winery
Appointment Time
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Dinner
Restaurant
Wine Purchased Today
Cost
Day Highlight
Day 4
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Winery
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Lunch
Restaurant / Spot
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Winery
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Dinner
Restaurant
Wine Purchased Today
Cost
Day Highlight
Day 5
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Lunch
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Restaurant
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Day Highlight
Tasting Notes
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Packing List
Clothing
Wine Essentials
Tech & Documents
Budget Tracker
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Wine Purchases
Useful Contacts
Tourist Office
Nearest Hospital
Taxi / Ride Service
Hotel / Accommodation
Embassy / Consulate
Insurance Emergency Line
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