Le Saint-James
Restaurant of a Grand Chef Relais & Châteaux and hotel in a village
In the heart of the prestigious Bordeaux vineyards, this hotel designed by Jean Nouvel and inspired by the tobacco drying barns in the region, is a design jewel bathed in natural light. It's a place devoted to the cult of beauty and pleasure with exceptional wines to match the sublime food prepared by Michel Portos. The local products revisited with Mediterranean or exotic touches inspire him to create dishes like the “Kefta-style meagre, bulgur wheat and date chutney” or “Aveyron rack of lamb, iodised bread crumbs, asparagus tips and saffron potatoes”. The bistro “Le Côté Cour” and the rotisserie “Le Café de l’Espérance” offer traditional, tasty cuisine in a relaxed atmosphere. ...Read more
France, Bouliac

Château Cordeillan-Bages
Restaurant of a Grand Chef Relais & Châteaux and hotel in a vineyard
In the heart of the most renowned Bordeaux vineyards, the both classical and inventive cuisine of Jean-Luc Rocha entices gourmets the world over to discover the fascinating universe of wine and the regional ‘l’art de vivre’. He likes to surprise and reassure at the same time with his cuisine. For your delight, he forges the necessary bridges between tradition and innovation: Aldudes valley pork and Gillardeau oyster crépinette style, crispy sweetbreads with green asparagus… A frank, balanced cuisine that gives pride of place to the produce, as sincere as it is contemporary, always accompanied with elegance by the famous wines from Château Lynch-Bages or its neighbouring vineyards. ...Read more
France, Pauillac

Hostellerie de Plaisance
Restaurant of a Grand Chef Relais & Châteaux and hotel in a village
Saint-Emilion is a name that arouses excitement in all of those who appreciate wine around the world. And the village itself is a gem and one of the most delightful spots in France. Chantal and Gérard Perse will welcome you in an ambience where the classic splendour allows itself a few little moments of extravagance, in a décor signed by the “master” Alberto Pinto. Absolute sophistication in this haven of well-being. And the cuisine of Philippe Etchebest, Meilleur Ouvrier de France, is in total harmony with the setting. Last but definitely not least there is the pleasure of the wine… Get ready to taste and learn! ...Read more
France, Saint-Emilion