Les Sources de Caudalie, Bordeaux

Bordeaux is one of the most renowned winemaking regions in France and, at Les Sources de Caudalie, wine-lovers can not only immerse themselves in the winemaking process, but can also treat their subsequent "wine face" at a spa founded by the creators of "vinotherapy" (the beauty treatment in which the residue of winemaking is rubbed into the skin).

The key to the hotel's character is its commitment to the French Paradox, a lifestyle based on the suggested benefits of French living, including a study on the positive effects of wine consumption in fighting cardiovascular disease. The atmosphere is consequently one of simultaneous revelry and relaxation; it's likely to be a rare opportunity to eat, drink and be pampered with the tranquil beauty of a vineyard as an inviting backdrop.

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Food and drink

Amazing wine and equally exceptional food come together at the restaurants at Les Sources de Caudalie. For those looking for what feels like truly traditional French cuisine, we recommend La Table du Lavoir, a delightful bistro that is itself an ode to the wine-grower’s wives who used to come to a washhouse on the site in the 19th century.

Then, for the complete dining experience, book a table at La Grand’Vigne, a gastronomic restaurant holding two Michelin stars. While you take in the stunning surroundings of the chic but not overwhelmingly grand former orangery, the chef Nicolas Masse will craft local, seasonal specialities into excellent dishes for you, adding to the hotel’s aura of authenticity with his use of a wealth of homegrown ingredients.

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