Private Cognac Tour from Bordeaux
The beautiful, historic town of Cognac is also home to its namesake, one of France’s iconic digestifs. Cognac is a fine brandy made within a delimited appellation in southwest France. This peaceful and scenic part of France is a treasure trove of Romanesque churches, historic villages, and charming riverside mills. Cognac town abounds with world-famous distilleries, most dating back to the 1700s. Maison Hennessy, Rémy-Martin, Martell, Maison Camus, Château Royal de Cognac (Cognac Baron Otard), and Cognac Meukow are all mythical houses you can visit here. Further afield, in quaint Jarnac just east of Cognac town, you’ll find great cognac producers like Courvoisier, Hine, and Delamain, all offering unique experiences for Cognac lovers.
On this private, luxury tour, you’ll learn about fascinating distillation and aging techniques, and age designations such as VS, VSOP, XO, Napoléon, and Réserve, sprinkled with anecdotes and history. Visit prestigious producers and their beautiful cellars, including one in a castle; enjoy a gastronomic lunch with wine and cognac flights; and even fit in a cultural stop in ancient Roman Saintes.
With more than 20 years’ experience organizing private food and wine tours, Cellar Tours can help you plan this Cognac excursion from Bordeaux. Contact us to discuss your preferred date and the experiences you would most enjoy.
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Signature journey
Highlights include Exclusive Private Tours and Tastings at Two Top Cognac Maisons, Gourmet Lunch with Wine and Cognac Pairings, Sightseeing in Historic Saintes, and Private Mercedes Chauffeured Excursion.
Day 1Bordeaux - Cognac - Saintes - Bordeaux
Chateau Remy Martin
Morning: Get ready for a fabulous day! Your elegant chauffeur will meet you in the lobby of your hotel in Bordeaux. Head north to the Cognac country! Enjoy a superb VIP Cognac experience at the super-premium Rémy-Martin estate, dating back to 1724. Discover their famous Merpins Estate, and an ambassador will offer you an educational and fascinating presentation of their Cognacs. Visit the historic House of Rémy next and its cellars. Finish the morning here with a private, tutored tasting of three cognacs.
Lunch: Lunch is arranged at a carefully selected restaurant in Cognac, with seasonal cooking and pairings chosen for the day. Your personal proposal will confirm the venue and inclusions.
Afternoon: Your next Cognac experience today is in a location of exceptional beauty- the Château Royal de Cognac. This gorgeous national monument, dating back to the 10th century, is the birthplace of French King François I (born here in 1494) and is now home to Cognac Baron Otard. On a private tour, you will begin in the stunning Château, then continue to its photogenic cellars. The tasting includes Baron Otard VSOP, XO Gold, Extra, and Fortis & Fidelis. Exceptional experience!
Return journey: On the return journey, stop in Saintes to explore its Gallo-Roman heritage. Depending on the day and season, this may include the amphitheater, built in the first century under Tiberius and Claudius. Your confirmed program will outline the planned visit and available time.
After an unforgettable day, your chauffeur will drop you safely back at your hotel in Bordeaux. We hope you enjoyed your time!
Genevieve has spent more than 20 years creating private food and wine journeys across Spain, Portugal and France. She regularly visits the regions featured in these collections, meeting with winery, hotel, guide, and restaurant partners and exploring new experiences. She also reviews feedback from Cellar Tours guests. Her role is to help travelers choose the wine region, itinerary style, and pace that best match their interests—not simply the destination with the most famous name.
International flights, travel insurance, personal expenses, optional spa treatments, gratuities and meals or tastings not listed in your itinerary are usually not included unless specifically stated.
All itineraries are private and pre-arranged for your party.
We plan your Cognac journey around your individual requirements. Share mobility considerations, allergies, dietary preferences, and pacing needs early so we can adapt transportation, dining, Cognac house visits, and the day’s pace wherever possible.
