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New wine journeys at Grand Hôtel de Bordeaux & Spa

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Who? Grand Hôtel de Bordeaux & Spa

What? The Wine Concierge Service at Grand Hôtel de Bordeaux & Spa has launched a new ‘Wine Journey’ series. The new series offers guests the opportunity to discover the region’s finest grand cru wineries and embark on three different wine journeys entitled ‘Classic Car Wine Journey’, ‘Jefferson Wine Journey’ and ‘Ernest Hemingway Wine Journey’.

When? Available year round

Where? 2-5 Place de la Comédie, 33000 Bordeaux, France

How? Visit www.ghbordeaux.com/uk for more information

Fly via KLM

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