Private 2cv tour in the vineyards and Wine tasting

The star of this outing is Joséphine, Cécilia’s beautifully kept blue Citroën 2CV. You ride from Bordeaux toward the vineyards in a car that turns a short transfer into part of the fun. I like the personal scale, just your group of up to three, and I like the mix of cellar visit, wine tasting, and countryside views.

The main caution is value. At $323.59 per group, this is not a cheap vineyard shuttle, and the picnic costs an extra €30 when requested. You are paying for a private car, a personal guide, and a three-hour outing, not a full-day château circuit.

Key points at a glance

• Joséphine the 2CV: Travel in Cécilia’s classic blue Citroën, a charming and unusual way to leave Bordeaux.
• Camblanes-et-Meynac vineyards: Follow the Garonne and the Entre-Deux-Mers road to a working wine estate.
• Three-wine tasting: Taste three château wines, with the chance to compare different vintages or styles.
• Private group of three: The tour is reserved for your party, so questions and timing can be handled personally.
• Optional local picnic: Add a fine-food picnic with water and wine for €30, followed by coffee and dessert.
• Weather matters: The experience needs good weather, though a covered alternative has been arranged in poor conditions.

Why a 2CV makes this Bordeaux wine tour different

Bordeaux has plenty of wine excursions. Many use a large van and visit several estates in one long day. This one takes a gentler route. You leave from Rue Sem in Bordeaux and head toward the Garonne and the vineyards around Camblanes-et-Meynac in a vintage 2CV.

That car changes the mood. Joséphine is not simply transport. She is the memorable part of the outing, with an old-fashioned feel that suits the quiet roads outside the city. Cécilia clearly takes pride in keeping the car in excellent condition, and she drives it herself, giving the trip a personal touch from the start.

The car is also a practical limitation. A 2CV is small, so this is designed for no more than three people. If your party is larger, you will need another arrangement. For a couple or a small family, though, the size creates a private, friendly setting rather than a bus-tour atmosphere.

The trip is offered in English, and Cécilia is also able to discuss the region and its wines in an informed, approachable way. The available comments describe her as patient with questions and generous with restaurant suggestions in Bordeaux. That kind of local help can be useful if you are still deciding where to eat after the tour.

Following the Garonne toward Camblanes-et-Meynac

The route begins in Bordeaux and follows the Garonne toward the Entre-Deux-Mers wine area. You are not spending three hours inside the city. The point is to see the change from urban streets to open country and vineyard roads.

Camblanes-et-Meynac provides a nearby countryside setting without requiring a full day away from Bordeaux. That makes this a good choice if you want a taste of wine country but still have dinner plans, a museum visit, or another city activity later.

The advertised vineyard visit takes about two hours. That portion includes the estate, the vines, the cellar, the tasting, and the picnic when you request one. The exact château can vary. The tour has included visits to Château Grand Verdus and Château Brethous, and a custom itinerary has also been arranged for some private parties.

You should ask about the planned estate when booking if a particular château matters to you. This is a flexible private experience, not a fixed public bus route with one guaranteed schedule for every date.

Meeting the winemaker and seeing the cellar

The visit is intended to move from vine to cellar. You begin with the setting and the work behind the bottles, then hear from a winemaker who is involved in the property. That personal contact is one of the strongest reasons to choose this tour over a simple tasting room stop.

The winemaker is described as passionate and willing to answer questions about changing work and the practical side of making wine. You can ask about the vines, vintages, cellar work, and the difference between bottles. The quality of this part depends partly on how much you want to ask. If wine is important to you, come prepared with a few questions rather than treating it as a quick sample.

The tasting normally includes three wines. One example has included a clairet called Flip Flop and two vintages of the same cuvée, with a 2014 and a 2018 showing how time and growing conditions can affect the result. On another visit, an additional bottle of juice was opened at the picnic.

That comparison is more useful than tasting three unrelated wines. Two vintages of the same wine can help you notice fruit, age, balance, and changing character. Still, expectations matter. This is a small château visit, not a formal wine course or a grand cru production tour.

One dissatisfied participant found the presentation too brief and felt that two wines seemed too similar. That is a fair caution for serious wine students. The experience is at its best when you want a relaxed introduction with room for conversation, not a technical master class with extensive vineyard analysis.

The picnic: a pleasant extra, not part of the base price

The picnic is available on request and costs €30. It includes local products, water, and wine, followed by coffee and dessert. At some estates, Cécilia has prepared and served the meal in the château grounds, with a countryside view as the setting.

This is not just a sandwich stop between attractions. The picnic helps slow the tour down and makes the château visit feel like a small occasion. It also gives you time to taste the wine with food, which can change how you understand it.

The meal is described as coming from a fine-food shop, and the portions are generally intended to satisfy. Still, appetite varies, and one person found the plate too small for the price. If you expect a substantial restaurant meal, keep your expectations in check. The €30 is paying for local food, wine, setting, and service, not a multi-course lunch.

You can request the picnic when booking or arrange it with the provider. It is not included in the $323.59 tour price. If you would rather focus on the château and tasting, skip the picnic and use the extra time for questions or another Bordeaux meal later.

Weather can affect this part most. On a rainy outing, Cécilia moved the picnic indoors into a distinctive wine cellar and still provided a visit to a nearby château and vineyard. That shows useful flexibility, but the provider states that good weather is required, so a bad-weather cancellation or date change remains possible.

What the $323.59 price really covers

The price is $323.59 per group of up to three people. For three people, that works out to about $108 per person before the optional picnic. For two people, the per-person cost is higher, but you still receive the same private vehicle and guide.

The price includes private transportation and the vineyard visit with tasting. It does not include bottles or other purchases at the château. The picnic, coffee, and dessert are separate at €30.

I see the value in the private format if you care about personal attention and a memorable vehicle. Cécilia can adapt the pace, answer your questions, and sometimes help arrange a custom route. One party created a longer full-day outing by contacting vineyards and adjusting the plan, though you should not assume that expanded version is included in the standard three-hour booking.

For a budget-minded wine drinker, the cost may feel high. A group tour can cover more estates for less money per person. This option makes more sense if you prefer a quiet, tailored afternoon, want door-to-door transport from Bordeaux, and value the 2CV as part of the experience.

The standard duration is about three hours, though one evening outing ran to roughly three hours and twenty minutes. Do not build a tight connection immediately afterward. The pace may stretch if the tasting and conversation run long, especially on a private tour.

Who will enjoy this most

I would choose this for a couple, a small family, or three friends who want a gentle introduction to Bordeaux wine country. It is also a strong gift idea for someone who likes classic cars, local food, and experiences that feel more personal than polished.

It suits you if:

• You want to leave Bordeaux without committing to a full day.
• You enjoy meeting a winemaker and asking questions.
• You prefer one focused estate visit to a rushed list of stops.
• You like historic cars and scenic country roads.
• You want private transportation with no other group members.
• You appreciate a flexible guide who can suggest restaurants and local food spots.

It may not suit you if you want a large number of famous estates, a formal wine qualification-style lesson, or a large meal included in the basic fare. It is also a poor fit if your party has more than three people or if you need a guaranteed outing in uncertain weather.

Practical details before you reserve

The meeting point is Rue Sem, 33100 Bordeaux, and the tour returns there at the end. The experience is offered in English and confirmation is sent when you book.

Most people can take part, and service animals are allowed. The meeting point is near public transportation, but private transportation during the outing is included. Since the car is a classic 2CV, ask the provider directly if anyone in your party has specific mobility needs. The supplied details do not give a full accessibility description.

You can cancel for a full refund up to 24 hours before the start time. Changes made inside that 24-hour window are not accepted, and late cancellations are not refunded. Cutoff times use local time in Bordeaux.

The experience has a 4.9 rating from 14 reviews, with 93 percent recommending it. That is a strong result, but the small number of ratings means you should still read the offer carefully and decide if its relaxed, private format matches your plans.

Should you book the 2CV vineyard tour?

Book it if the idea of riding through Bordeaux’s countryside in Joséphine sounds as appealing as the wine itself. Cécilia adds the personal element, the vineyard visit gives the outing substance, and the tasting offers more than a quick glass at a city bar. The optional picnic can turn it into a leisurely afternoon or evening.

Skip it if your main goal is the lowest possible price or a full survey of Bordeaux’s most famous estates. The tour is short, the car is small, and the basic price does not include the picnic or bottles.

For most people who want a charming, private introduction to Bordeaux wine country, I would book it with two requests: confirm which château you will visit, and decide in advance if the €30 picnic fits your budget. That small bit of planning will make the experience easier to judge and enjoy.

FAQ

Where does the tour start?

It starts at Rue Sem, 33100 Bordeaux, France.

Where does the tour finish?

The activity returns to the original meeting point at Rue Sem.

How long does the tour last?

The advertised duration is approximately three hours. A private evening outing lasted about three hours and twenty minutes.

How many people can join?

The private tour is for one group of up to three people.

What language is the tour offered in?

The tour is offered in English.

What is included in the price?

Private transportation, the vineyard visit, and the wine tasting are included.

Is the picnic included?

No. A picnic of local products is available on request for €30. It includes water and wine, followed by coffee and dessert.

How many wines are tasted?

The planned tasting includes three wines.

Can I buy bottles at the château?

Yes. Château purchases are possible, but they are not included in the tour price.

What happens if the weather is poor?

The experience requires good weather. If it is canceled because of poor weather, you can receive a different date or a full refund. On one rainy outing, the picnic was moved indoors to a wine cellar.

What is the cancellation policy?

You can cancel at least 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Cancellations or changes made less than 24 hours before the start time are not accepted for a refund.