Admire the architectural treasures in Saint-Emilion, a medieval village and UNESCO World Heritage site, and then enjoy a private wine tasting at a nearby estate. Highlights will include seeing the ancient arched gate over Rue Cadene, one of the roads leading into Saint-Emilion, the 13th-century King’s Keep and the Romanesque-style Collegiate Church, which was constructed even earlier. During free time that follows, you can explore Saint-Emilion even deeper. Fashionable boutiques, wine shops and stores selling gourmet cheeses are abundant. While wine and cheese samples may be available, a more comprehensive private tasting awaits you at a nearby estate. After an enlightening tour of the vineyards, you will settle in to sample some of the region’s finest wines, which are predominately made from Merlot and Cabernet Franc grapes. The local soil composition is filled with sand and clay, which fosters the creation of rich, savory wines. During the tasting, you will learn about the wines’ complexity and their production.