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French and Wine
Bordeaux, France
Program Snap Shot
Program (included in tuition):
- 4 hrs/day French classes (20 hrs/wk)
- Group French classes (max 12)
- 20 lessons of wine lectures & tastings
- Private room with host family
- Breakfast and dinner daily
- 2 afternoon excursions to chateaux
- Airport pick-up (only if staying with host family)
- Wine tasting certificate
- Emergency Message Service
Start Dates:
- 6/22, 7/20, 8/17, 9/14, 10/12
This French and wine course has been designed for wine lovers and gourmets, for both professionals or amateurs, seeking to combine a French learning experience with the pleasures of tasting some of the most outstanding wines of France.
A course offered each afternoon from Monday to Friday, conducted in French and translated into English by a professional wine taster at L’Ecole du Bordeaux, run by Chateau Lynch-Bages.
By tasting some of the greatest vintages of the Bordeaux classics you will learn the 'art of tasting'. Using the correct terms you will analyse the wine in your mouth and describe its aromas and flavours. A programme which will sharpen your awareness of the particularities that distinguish the Bordeaux vineyards.
You will also be introduced to some of the up-and-coming wines in the region. Whatever your favourites, you will be invited by the professionals to discover some of the most prestigious chateaux in the world.
At the end of the course you will have acquired an extensive knowledge of Bordeaux wines and be tested on your wine tasting ability and receive a certificate.
Information about Bordeaux, France (Click to view)
The city of Bordeaux lies around 62 miles (100km) from the Atlantic, at the lowest bridging point on the Garonne River. The city center sits between place Gambetta and the Garonne. Bordeaux, home to one of France's seven key wine regions has around 500 chateaux, or vineyards. While a large majority of visitors come to the city and its surroundings to tour the chateaux and sip world-class wines and indulge in the regional cuisine, Bordeaux offers much more. The city has excellent museums, vibrant nightlife and beaches nearby. The combination of wide avenues and neoclassical architecture and the well-maintained parks give the city a 18th-century type grandeur. The ethnically diverse population and a lively university community of some 60,000 students help make this city a must for the language traveler.
France is world-renowned for its rich history and spectacular cuisine. The landscape ranges from the high cliffs and rocky beaches in the north, to the resorts of the Riviera in the south. France’s beautiful countryside is abundant with vineyards and farms. Cosmopolitan cities and quaint towns make France a diverse country ripe in culture and charm.
Participants: Mostly Europeans of all ages, with a good mix between 25-40
Other: French language classes take place in a spacious and impressive 19th century three-story building overlooking Place Gambetta, a beautiful park. Situated in the heart of the city offering modern facilites with 15 bright air-conditioned classrooms, study room, library and vending machines for snacks and drinks. There are additional classrooms in a nearby annex which are also used by the students. Capacity is 130 students/day.
| Course Name |
1 Wk |
2 Wks |
3 Wks |
4 Wks |
Add'l Wks |
Class Size |
Meals |
| French & Wine classes w/homestay |
$1625 |
n/a |
n/a |
n/a |
n/a |
max 12 |
2 |
| French & Wine classes only |
$1295 |
n/a |
n/a |
n/a |
n/a |
max 12 |
0 |
Program Notes
- Please note, translation of the wine course is provided from French into English
- Private classes: $100/hr
- Extra homestay night: $50
- Extra homestay nights not available during summer months June-August
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