Wine, cultural, culinary tours and experiences in South West France

“…Bogdan is an enthusiastic wine expert with a PhD in history and languages. If such credential is not sufficient to ensure a tour de force experience of Bordeaux wine, then his passion and patience will surely made up for the balance. The Mercedes Benz van that transported us to different chateaus was very comfortable, spotless, and filled with bottled mineral water to clear our palate after each round of tasting. Our group of eight people with varying expertise in wine were all left with fond memories of Bordeaux wines and the region. We have no reservation in recommending Bogdan to anyone who wishes to have a good experience in a Bordeaux wine tour…”

“Bogdan was a delight from start to finish. As a casual drinker of French wine, I learned more in a day with him then I had in 10 years of “studying” French wine on my own. Bogdan was also the one who taught me that the French don’t drink wine they “study” it. Our tour with him will undoubtedly be the highlight of our trip to France. Do yourself a favor and book a trip with him right now!“

“His level of professionalism is immeasurable. He assembled a custom private itinerary for us that went above and beyond our wildest imaginations. Each vineyard that we visited was so beautifully unique and expanded your mind as you realized what an art wine making is. We were able to meet the winemaker at almost every vineyard that we visited, taste some of the most magnificent wines in the world, and explore the diverse terrains of Bordeaux. 
There was no language barrier, as Bogdan speaks perfect English. He is actually quite hilarious and felt more like an old friend than a guide. He was so personable and also extremely knowledgeable about French history and the wine industry.“

“…We couldn’t be more pleased with our decision. Leveraging off his personal contacts with top Armagnac producers, Bogdan took us on private visits, where the family owner would walk us through the historical and technical elements of Armagnac production before our tasting. Bogdan also drove us through scenic countryside to explore one picturesque tiny village after another. But the most fun part of the experience was Bogdan himself – charismatic, smart (PhD in French literature), knowledgeable, warm, attentive, great sense of humor, and a huge amount of fun to be with. Our time with him was a highlight of our time in the Aquitaine.“