Bordeaux’s Urban Wine Trail: What You Need to Know

Have you ever fantasized about visiting Bordeaux, France – the region known for growing some of the most sought after and expensive wines available? You have a couple of options when it comes to wine tasting in the region. You could book a pricey tour to a few of the famous first-growth vineyards around the area with a knowledgeable guide and a bus load of tourists. That’s definitely a better option than driving yourself to and from the chateaus after enjoying a few drinks. You wouldn’t want to come in contact with a “gendarme” on your return.  Bordeaux’s urban wine trail

Or, for those also interested in exploring the magical city of Bordeaux, you can kill two birds with one stone. While awing at the city’s Neo-Classical squares and grand boulevards, you can follow Bordeaux’s Urban Wine Trail, which is an affordable and convenient alternative for wine tasting. You’ll wind through the streets on a scavenger hunt to find some of the best bars offering an array of local wines and culinary specialties. This city-based trail will delight all wine enthusiasts and foodies alike. the urban wine trail in Bordeaux

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Stops along Bordeaux’s Urban Wine Trail

There are dozens of tasting rooms along Bordeaux’s Urban Wine Trail offering varietals from many local vineyards. Unfortunately, due to COVID, a number of them have permanently closed their doors. So, here’s an ultimate guide to Bordeaux’s wine tasting bars worth stopping at.

Max Bordeaux Wine Gallery & Cellar

Another recommended stop is Max Bordeaux Wine Gallery & Cellar offering more than 45 Grands Crus Classes available for tasting by the glass.  

Bar a Vin

At the top of our list is Bar a Vin, on the ground floor of the building which houses the Inter-professional Council for Bordeaux Wines. They offer a rotating selection of around 30 different wines and accompanied plates of local cheeses, meats and chocolates.

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Le Flacon

The cave of Le Flacon and Le Flacon St-Michel are open Wednesday-Sunday specializing in organic, biodynamic wines without added sulfur along with an amazing array of tapas.  

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Le Wine bar du Boutique Hotel

Le Wine bar du Boutique Hotel offers blind tastings every day at 5pm in English with a sommelier guiding your selections of 3-4 wines. These tastings come with a plate of cold meats and cheeses paired to each wine for 35€.

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Chez le Pépère

At Chez le Pepere, the customer is treated to a wine bar, tapas, jazz and rugby. Reservations are a must during the pandemic.

Aux 4 Coins du Vin

Along with a tasting menu of over 40 wines which change regularly, Aux 4 Coins du Vin offers a sumptuous array of tapas from foie gras and duck pate to cold meats and cheeses.

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Le Wine Bar

In the heart of old Bordeaux, Le Wine Bar offers over 60 wines by the glass along with Italian and regional specialties to accompany your tastings.

L’Oenolimit

L’Oenolimit is a casual stop on the Urban Trail where wine by the glass must be accompanied with a food selection at a reasonable price.

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La Ligne Rouge

Offering about 15 wines by the glass on a weekly basis, La Ligne Rouge is a tantalizing stop for a tasting and appetizer close to the reflecting pools in Bordeaux.

La Talenquere

La Talenquere has wines from all regions of France and abroad with some Catalan specialties along with typical Medoc meats and cheeses to tempt your palate.


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Le Point Rouge

At Le Point Rougethe wine menu consists of nearly 1000 different wines with a cocktail menu equally as appealing. Open Monday-Saturday, a plate of tapas and a glass of wine are 15€.

Le Metropolitan

Le Metropolitain organizes a variety of workshops and tastings from various regions ranging from 15-40 € which can include a plate of regional specialties to eat.

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Au Bon Jaja

With a causal, vintage atmosphere, Au Bon Jajablends inexpensive home cooking with tasting only biodynamic and organic wines.

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Chateau Pape Clement

Although this one isn’t within walking distance, a visit the Chateau Pape Clement, just 20 minutes from the city, is well worth a trip. You can taste wines from a vineyard established in 1252 by Bertrand de Goth, who eventually was named the Pope. They have a variety of tours for the novice as well as the connoisseur.

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Final Thoughts

Now’s the time! Grab your comfiest walking shoes and enjoy your stroll around the enchanting streets of Bordeaux. Broaden your senses and taste buds with all the exciting foods and wines that this city proposes.

If you’re interested in learning more about wines from the Bordeaux region and beyond, make sure to visit La Cite’ du Vin while in town.

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RECAP: 14 Stops along Bordeaux’s Urban Wine Trail

  1. Bar a Vin
  2. Max Bordeaux Wine Gallery & Cellar
  3. Le Flacon
  4. Le Wine bar du Boutique Hotel
  5. Chez le Pepere
  6. Aux 4 Coins du Vin
  7. Le Wine Bar
  8. L’Oenolimit
  9. La Ligne Rouge
  10. La Talenquere
  11. Le Point Rouge
  12. Le Metropolitan
  13. Au Bon Jaja
  14. Chateau Pape Clement

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