Wine-making secrets & olfactory workshop: a sensory immersion at Château Palais Cardinal
Duration: 1h30 – Tour, olfactory game, and commented tasting
Welcome to the heart of our family estate, nestled in the southern reaches of the Saint-Émilion Grand Cru appellation. Here, every cluster tells a storey, and each wine reflects a choice, a gesture, and a touch of care. Come and discover the soul of Château Palais Cardinal through a complete, fun, and sensory experience.
Experience itinerary:
30-minute guided tour
Come and discover our world: a walk through the vineyards, a presentation of the grape varieties, and our cultivation philosophy.
You'll then visit our latest-generation stainless steel vat room, our traditional barrel cellar, and our amphora ageing room. From harvest to bottling, we'll take you behind the scenes of our craft, where innovation meets tradition.
30-minute “Le Nez du Vin” workshop – a fun and interactive version
Let the games begin! Thanks to Jean Lenoir's renowned “Le Nez du Vin” tool, test your flair with 3 vials of typical red wine aromas (fruits, wood, spices, etc.) and 3 vials with wine defects (oxidation, cork, reduction).
Everyone writes down their guesses, and the best noses will be rewarded:
6 correct answers = 1 bottle of Château Palais Cardinal
5 correct answers = 1 bottle of Château Haut Boutisse
30 minutes of guided tasting
Take a seat in our elegant tasting room, located at the top of our panoramic tower with 360° views of the vineyards – or, depending on the weather, in the middle of the rows for total immersion.
You'll taste three carefully selected wines:
• Château Haut Boutisse – Bordeaux Supérieur, supple and fruity
• La Réserve – Saint-Émilion Grand Cru, our second wine, round and structured
• Château Palais Cardinal – Saint-Émilion Grand Cru, complex, intense, and refined
Why choose this experience?
✔️ To discover the winemaker's work in a concrete, lively, and educational way
✔️ To stimulate your senses in a fun and original game
✔️ To taste three distinctive vintages in an exceptional setting
✔️ To try to win a free bottle!
Book your sensory break now and come (re)stick your nose in the wine!
