WINE TOURISM CHATEAU DE FERRAND ACCORDING TO TASTING SESSIONS AND VISITS 2016
2 ART DE VIVRE AT CHATEAU DE FERRAND CHATEAU DE FERRAND, ANCIENT HERITAGE WITH THE FUTURE IN ITS SIGHTS Château de Ferrand has been a leading light among the great Bordeaux wine estates for three hundred years. In 2012 Ferrand won deserved recognition for the unanimously acclaimed quality of its wines when the estate was awarded Saint-Emilion Grand Cru Classé status. This ranking also rewards châteaux that have been able to develop their architectural heritage and make it available to wine-lovers. This is certainly the case of Ferrand, where the vines are set around a stunning 17th-century château. The ancient woodland has been preserved, creating a magical environment enhanced further by a truly magnificent view over the Dordogne Valley. Ferrand has fully restored winemaking facilities and a unique function/tasting room. Everything here is designed to appeal to wine-lovers, wine professionals and visitors from all horizons. Tasting sessions are given by a sommelier, while the accompanying cuisine is refined and always perfectly matched to the range of vintages on offer. Authenticity runs through this exceptional estate, from the beauty of the site to the inestimable care and attention brought to the winemaking process, as well as food & wine pairings to delight the palate. Ferrand is the epitome of French art de vivre.
CONTENTS TASTE AND VISIT 4 GOURMET TASTINGS AND VISITS 5 TASTINGS AND VISITS 6 FAMILY TASTINGS AND VISITS 7 WORKSHOPS 8 PRESTIGE WORKSHOPS 9 GOOD REASONS TO COME TO CHATEAU DE FERRAND 10
4 Taste and visit Located in the jurisdiction of Saint-Emilion, Château de Ferrand is an enchanting 17 th -century château surrounded by vines and overlooking the Dordogne Valley. It is a rare jewel that has become accessible to the public and has been elegantly and stylishly refurbished by a renowned Italian designer. Once you have visited the estate, the park and the cellars, our sommelier will take you into the fascinating world of old vintages and unveil the delights of wine tasting to you in accordance with quality food. You will love our friendly welcome: we make a point of making each guest feel special.
Taste and visit 5 GOURMET TASTINGS AND VISITS Château de Ferrand Grand Cru Classé Saint-Emilion constantly strives to create ever-bolder gustatory experiences. Give in to the temptation of our new collection of Gourmet Tasting sessions to make your visits even more delicious and memorable. Our Sommelier suggests TASTING AND VISIT 1 Gourmet Comté A tour and a tasting of 2 vintages with a delicious platter of Comté cheese. TASTING AND VISIT 2 Gourmet Lobster TASTING AND VISIT 3 Gourmet Iberian TASTING AND VISIT 4 Gourmet Caviar A tour and a tasting of 2 vintages with lobster rillettes from the Island of Groix in Brittany. A tour and a tasting of 2 vintages with a superb platter of Iberian ham. A tour and a tasting of 2 vintages with the exquisite Aquitaine Caviar (10g) from Maison Neuvic. TASTING AND VISIT 5 Gourmet Chocolate A tour and a tasting of 2 vintages with succulent chocolates.
6 Taste and visit TASTINGS AND VISITS Our Sommelier suggests TASTING AND VISIT 6 Discovery Visit followed by a tasting of 2 vintages of Château de Ferrand. TASTING AND VISIT 7 Prestige Length: 1 hr 30 Visit followed by a tasting of 4 vintages of Château de Ferrand. TASTING AND VISIT 8 Barrel Length: 1 hr 30 to 1 hr 45 Visit followed by a tasting from the barrel of our Classé vintage in the cellars, plus a tasting of 4 vintages of Château de Ferrand. Booking required for visits, tastings and workshops.
Taste and visit 7 FAMILY TASTING AND VISIT TASTING AND VISIT 9 Family New in 2016 from May 2016 For small and large families, crayons and colouring books with drawings on the subject of wine will be provided to the children during the tasting. An art that embodies the family owner s savoir-faire. This visit includes: for adults, a tour and a Discovery Tasting and for children, a colouring-in kit and a plate of Saint-Emilion macaroons.
8 Taste and visit 8 WORKSHOPS The winemaker s expertise is the cornerstone of any great vintage. Château de Ferrand invites you to share in our passion and discover the art of wine in entertaining, creative workshops. The more you understand, the more you enjoy! Our Sommelier suggests WORKSHOP 10 Tasting Length: 2 hours This workshop includes a private tour, an initiation into wine aromas, a tasting of 4 vintages and food & wine pairings with a cheese platter. WORKSHOP 11 Blending Length: 2 hours Discover the art of blending and craft your own vintage. In this workshop you learn about the specific features of 3 grape varieties, the way they are blended and how to taste the resulting wine. It also includes a private tour and the tasting of 2 vintages with a cheese platter. WORKSHOP 12 Grand Cru Classé Length: 2 hours This workshop includes a private tour, an initiation into wine aromas, a tasting of 6 vintages including the vintage 2012 Classé, and food & wine pairings with our Gourmet Platter.
Taste and visit 9 PRESTIGE WORKSHOPS Give your senses a brand new experience in our latest workshop offering a truly outstanding marriage of flavours. WORKSHOP 13 Caviar Length: 2 hours Our Sommelier suggests This workshop includes a private tour, a presentation of the profession of caviar producer and a tasting of 3 vintages accompanied by the Aquitaine Caviar of Maison Neuvic (30g) WORKSHOP 14 Cookery Length: 2 hours Fascinated by the culinary arts? Chef Nicolas Magie invites you into his kitchen at the prestigious Saint-James restaurant in Bordeaux to give you an insight into the art of cooking. The ideal opportunity to learn how to cook like a real Chef! Then our sommelier will guide you through a unique tasting of the Château de Ferrand vintages accompanied by the dishes you have created. Booking required for visits, tastings and workshops.
10 GOOD REASONS TO COME TO CHATEAU DE FERRAND TO GET A TASTE OF OUR KNOW-HOW a great Saint-Emilion wine, old vintages, seasonal and terroir products. TO VISIT the site, its facilities, a rare, authentic venue. TO STROLL around the grounds and visit the caves. TO GATHER with friends and family around a cocktail, a lunch or a dinner. TO WORK in a unique, peaceful, fully equipped venue: audio-visual equipment, Wi-Fi. TO BE HAPPY in perfect harmony. TO ENJOY YOURSELVES and stock up on a few bottles at a reasonable price.
WINE TOURISM PRACTICAL INFORMATION 11 VISITS Custom tours of the cellars, the vineyard and the caves. TASTINGS Supervised by our qualified sommelier. AND WORKSHOPS LUNCHES, DINNERS High-quality cuisine with discoveries AND PRIVATE FUNCTIONS of wine and food, vintages, dishes, aromas and flavours. SEMINARS In a fully fitted conference room with WiFi connection and audio-visual equipment. CAPACITY 1 to 99 people OPENING TIMES Open every day by appointment DISTANCES Bordeaux Mérignac Airport: 45 min Bordeaux centre (and train station): 40 min Libourne train station: 15 min Saint-Emilion: 5 min CONTACT AND ACCESS See information on the back of this brochure.
BOOK YOUR EVENT AT THE CHATEAU CONTACT + 33 (0)5 57 74 47 11 oenotourisme@chateaudeferrand.com OPEN EVERY DAY BY APPOINTMENT PARIS BORDEAUX Saint-Hippolyte F 33330 SAINT-EMILION Tel : + 33 (0)5 57 74 47 11 Fax : + 33 (0)5 57 24 69 08 oenotourisme@chateaudeferrand.com GPS coordinates: 44.883698, -0.118554 JANUARY 2016 Alcohol abuse is dangerous for your health, consume in moderation