Château Pape Clement — Winery in Pessac

The estate is in Pessac, about 15 minutes from the centre of Bordeaux, and like its famous neighbour Château Haut-Brion it is a striking example of an urban vineyard, set around a park with centuries-old trees and a greenhouse built by Gustave Eiffel. The château can be visited seven days a week by appointment, with a wide range of technical and historical tours, from beginner level to extended vertical tastings and even wine and truffle pairings for the seasoned collector. A special experience: a tasting in which certain senses are deliberately switched off so you approach wine from a different angle. The tour ends in the boutique "Les Clés du Vin", furnished with racks and furniture from an old pharmacy.

There are several tours with tastings, from an introduction to Bordeaux wines to a vertical tasting; book through the website.