Close to Bordeaux but nestled in a beautiful natural setting, surrounded by prestigious vineyards, in the adorable little village of Bouliac, this hotel has an unusual architectural style. Designed by Jean Nouvel who was inspired by the region’s tobacco drying barns, Le Saint-James is a design treasure bathed in natural light. Everything here is devoted to the cult of beauty and pleasure with exceptional wines to accompany the sublime food prepared by top chef Michel Portos. The quality of the local produce and the influence of exotic Mediterranean flavours inspire him to create incredible dishes such as “roasted langoustines with a sushi of crunchy vegetables and iced cream of boquerones” or the “crépinette of pigs trotters and squid spiced with pequillos served in their juices with slices of chorizo sausage”.