The Grand Table: Bordeaux Uncorked with Charlie Stein & Gavin Quinney
This high-calibre Bordeaux experience is curated in partnership with The Rick Stein Group .
Join Charlie Stein and Gavin Quinney of Château Bauduc for an electrifying three‑day immersion in the Bordeaux region whilst based in the medieval heart of Saint‑Émilion. This is insider access at its finest; seamless hosting, private château visits, intimate tastings, and guided explorations shaped by Gavin’s deep local knowledge and Charlie’s infectious enthusiasm. Expect exceptional wines, memorable meals, and the thrill of discovering Bordeaux’s most iconic appellations through the eyes of two people who know and love the region like no one else.
Dates: 30th Sep - 3rd Oct 2026
Guest places: 12
🗓️ Itinerary Overview
Wednesday 30th September 2026
- Arrive in Bordeaux
- Transfer to Saint-Émilion: Check-in at Badon Boutique Hotel
- 18:30 Transfer to Château Bauduc
- Welcome drinks reception and dinner
- 22:30 Return to Hotel
Thursday 1st October
- 08:00: Breakfast at Hotel
- 09:15: Depart Saint-Émilion for Pauillac
- 10:45: Château Pichon Baron | 2nd Grand Cru Classé
- 12:00: Lunch at Château Pichon Baron
- 15:30: Château Léoville Barton | 2nd Grand Cru Classé
- 17:15: Return to Saint-Émilion
- 20:00: Dinner at L’Envers du Décor in Saint-Émilion
Friday 2nd October
- 08:00: Breakfast at Hotel
- 09.00: Walk up through Saint-Émilion
- 09.30: Clos Fourtet | Premier Grand Cru Classé, Saint-Émilion
- 11.15: Short driving tour of Saint-Émilion and Pomerol vineyards
- 12.15: Lunch at La Table de Catusseau in Pomerol
- 14.00: Château Clinet, Pomerol
- 15.45: Return to Saint-Émilion
- 16.15: A walk around the village of Saint-Émilion
- 17.30: Free time
- 19.30: Dinner at Le Jardin Restaurant - Château Petit Faurie de Soutard
Saturday 3rd October
- 10:30: Hotel depart (guests with later flights can explore Bordeaux or extend their stay)
💼 Pricing & Inclusions
This exclusive experience costs £2,978 per person, based on two guests sharing a room and for bookings made before 31st August. £3,278 per person for bookings made from 1st September.
Included:
- 3 nights accommodation with breakfast at the Badon Boutique Hotel
- All transfers (for itinerary venues) and to/from hotel and Bordeaux airport
- All meals outlined in the itinerary
- Beverages with meals outlined in the itinerary
- 4 x Château visits with wine tastings
Excluded:
- Travel to and from Bordeaux/U.K
- Meals and beverages outside the itinerary