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Meneghetti Wine Hotel & Winery
In search for unique places, sometimes you need to get off the main roads. However, let them lead you to Bale, Istria. Then slow down and follow the road that gets narrower with every mile, as nature draws closer. Slow down even more, and then make a turn into the white road. As the iron gates of the Meneghetti estate open up in front of you, stop for just one moment – and realize that the magic actually appears off the…
Bawah Reserve
A gorgeous tropical paradise surrounded by a blue ocean, Bawah Reserve sits in sheltered seclusion 160 nautical miles (300km) northeast of Singapore in the remote Anambas Archipelago, Indonesia. This pristine and previously uninhabited marine conservation area is surrounded by turquoise lagoons and coral reefs, which cater to outdoor adventurers looking to indulge as well as those looking to relax in paradise…
Cavo Tagoo Santorini
The exclusive Cavo Tagoo Santorini, twin of Cavo Tagoo Mykonos is located within walking distance from Fira and just a few kilometers from Oia, the resort offers luxurious suites, spectacular sunsets over the sea and a personalized service exceptional. All Suites are modern and feature a hot tub or private pool on the terrace style, design details, 43-inch LCD satellite TV, patio or terrace with stunning panoramic view…
Palazzo Navona Rome
The innovative Palazzo Navona Hotel fully deserved of its role as being amongst one of the most qualified 4 star Hotels within the city “centro”, capable of fulfilling its own lifestyle qualities to satisfy even the most demanding guest. The intimate and charming ambience emits a feeling of almost magic by creating a special atmosphere which pervades this residence surrounded by its historical-art and ancient Roman…
Villa Belvedere Taormina
Hotel Villa Belvedere is a delightful and charming boutique hotel, located at just a few minutes from Taormina’s lively town centre and from the world-famous Greek-Roman Theatre, which are both reachable by walking through the inspiring and panoramic Duca di Cesarò Botanic Gardens. The hotel benefits of wonderful views over the sea, the bay of Naxos and Mount Etna. The hotel has always been…
Il Sereno Como
Il Sereno brings a new era of luxury to the banks of Italy’s iconic Lake Como. Awarded the title of “Most Anticipated New Luxury Hotel Opening in 2016” by Luxury Travel Advisor magazine, Il Sereno’s ethos of understated elegance presents a freshness to this well-established destination. Designed by Patricia Urquiola, Wallpaper* Magazine Designer of The Year 2015, the all-suite hotel promises modern style and an authentic…
Piccolo Hotel Portofino
Hotel Piccolo Portofino, surrounded by the typical luxuriant vegetation of the Liguria Riviera, among the crystal clear water of Portofino and the blue sky, is a piece of art of the reception, unique of its kind. A hidden jewel, that has to be searched end discovered. Obtained from a refined period villa, today it is a boutique hotel, and from its generous terraces, a breathtaking view onto this exclusive stretch of coast…
Azulik Tulum
In the heart of the Mayan jungle, a revolutionary project is about to redefine human evolution. A new vision of the future that is guided by ancestral knowledge and creates community is beginning to shape up.The VILLAS of AZULIK Tulum are built in harmony with the Mayan jungle and the Caribbean Sea. With no electric light, A/C, or television, we present nature as our main amenity, setting the perfect mood for a…
Juma Amazon Lodge
With its prime location in one of the most remote and preserved regions of the Amazon Rainforest, Juma Amazon Lodge is an intimate and inviting property harmoniously nestled into the forest environment which defines it. Juma Amazon Lodge features 19 intimate bungalows seamlessly nestled into the lush surroundings of the Amazon Rainforest. In order to accommodate the water levels of the wet season…
Kudadoo Private Island
Kudadoo’s renowned eco-consciousness and sleek design extend to the Maldives island’s 15 over-water residences where your uninterrupted enjoyment of the private island charm and the splendid natural surrounds are the norm….
Il San Pietro Di Positano
The San Pietro di Positano is more than a hotel. It is a journey within a journey, where memories are created and never forgotten. A haven of peace, immersed in nature, this elegant home harmonises old-world traditions of hospitality with contemporary, understated luxury. Escape to this small slice of paradise suspended between the sea and sky. Carved into the cliff overlooking the mediterranean Sea, our rooms are a…
Villa Principe Leopoldo Lugano
Live in a fairy tale, surrounded by prestige and nature. Imagine contemplating Lugano’s beauty in a princely residence. The former private home of German Emperor Wilhelm’s brother in law, the Villa is located on a picturesque promontory called the Collina d’Oro (Golden Hill), whose views and location are the best kept secret in town. If you’ve ever wondered what it would be like to live in a legendary home, a stay…
Gecko Hotel & Beach Club Formentera
In the beautiful and protected island of Formentera, Gecko Hotel & Beach Club was set out for like-minded individuals to unwind, connect with oneself and nature and above all celebrate life. Gecko brings to Formentera a new form of hospitality that unites our love for the island, the beach life and the elegance of a time in the past that continues to inspire us. Our clublike restaurant, in front of the Migjorn beach, offers a…
Cocos Hotel Antigua
Perched on a lush green hillside, encircled by miles of heavenly blue sea and sandwiched between two gorgeous white sand beaches is COCOS Hotel, an all inclusive Antigua resort for couples and adults only. This rustic yet romantic and cozy boutique resort is located on the sunset side of the beautiful Caribbean Island of Antigua and comprises of a collection of 35 quaint wooden Cottages positioned on a pictoresque…
Boutique Hotel Die Alpbacherin
The history of DER ALPBACHERIN began in the former Angelika house. Some time ago, in the middle of Alpbach, at house number 405, stood the small bed and breakfast “Haus Angelika”. Georg and Lisa ran them with a lot of love. The success proved you right and so the desire for a new place for more guests was born. A dream came true. Together with daughter Valentina and her boyfriend Thomas, plans, dreams and…
Aria Hotel Budapest
The Aria Hotel Budapest is a luxury boutique hotel with an exquisite design inspired by music. To compliment the musical concept, master designer Zoltan Varro’s vision was to simultaneously recreate the rich, lavish atmosphere of a historic Hungarian palace while also embracing visitors in the warmth and comfort of a private residence…
Laucala Island Fiji
A private island refuge in the South Pacific, Laucala unites dramatic rainforest-laced landscapes and white sandy beaches with unparalleled levels of luxury and privacy. No expense has been spared at the exclusive tropical hideaway, where 25 Fijian-styled villas are set amid coconut plantations, beside deserted beaches and atop the island’s volcanic mountains, overlooking fertile coral reefs and endless jungle. Style and…
Royal Mansour Marrakech
The Royal Mansour can be counted amongst the few establishments in the world that defy hotel excellence. Just a few steps away from the famous Jemaa El Fna square beats the heart of the Marrakesh Palace, offering travellers the unique concept of a medina within a medina.
Each area has been designed to intuitively take guests on a sensory journey. Take a step into the secret and sumptuous history of one of the…
Mnemba Island Lodge
Steeped in culture and history, Zanzibar enticed adventurers, seafarers and traders from far and wide. Known as the spice island, from the centuries old trade of cloves, nutmeg and cinnamon, today the Zanzibar Archipelago is still bathed in the heady scents of spices and traditional dhows still drift across the horizon. A romantic hideaway, Mnemba Island is an exclusive paradise featuring twelve rustically chic beachside…
Casa Casuarina Miami
Casa Casuarina was built in 1930 by Alden Freeman. Alden Freeman’s father, Joel Freeman was Treasurer of The Standard Oil Trust (also known as Rockefeller’s Company) and left Alden a fabulous wealth when he passed away. That gave the young and wealthy Alden the opportunity to retire at the age of 27 from being an architect and travel all over the world. Alden was also a descendent of the Mayflower on his mother’s side…
Cliveden House
Cliveden House is a privately owned 5 Red Star award-winning hotel, and sister to the world-renowned Chewton Glen Hotel & Spa in Hampshire. Our story is one of over 350 years of powerful personalities, iconic parties and scandalous affairs. Built in 1666 by the 2nd Duke of Buckingham, as a gift to his mistress, Cliveden House has remained a pinnacle of…
La Clef Champs-Élysées Paris
La Clef Champs-Élysées Paris, a 5-star hotel in the centre of Paris, offers you a unique stay in a typically Parisian atmosphere. The building was built in 1907 by the Hennessy family, during the enchanting interlude offered by the Paris of the “Belle Époque”. Reflecting this magical era, our luxury hotel in Paris embodies a certain French art de vivre. La Clef Champs-Élysées Paris enjoys an idyllic setting and immerses you in the…
Relais Borgo Santo Pietro
Situated in the heart of Tuscany, Relais Borgo Santo Pietro was once a healing stopover for medieval pilgrims. Today it continues to provide a sanctuary for modern souls, merging a 5 star luxury hotel and spa concept with a ‘farm to plate’ philosophy on a 300-acre estate. A sumptuous feeling of home pervades the 800-year-old luxury farmhouse hotel, with its worn leather armchairs pulled up around open fires, fresh flower…
Château de La Chèvre d’Or
Nature is everywhere at Château de la Chèvre d’Or. There are lots of different gardens filled with sculptures, fountains, waterfalls, flowers, herbs, trees and shrubs. The area is perfumed with the scents of jasmine, bougainvillea and roses. The magnificent colors create a framework that blends into the horizon and the sea…
Named after the medieval squire, Jean Carnet, who helped his Lord to resist the French monarchy at the end of the Hundred Years War, Château La Tour Carnet played a major role in the revolution of the Médoc vineyard.
The quality of its wine is rewarded by the entry in the classification of 1855 Grands Crus Classés. Château La Tour Carnet is one of the oldest Bordeaux wine producers in the Médoc.
In fact, some parts of the building, including the round tower, date back to the 11th century. Château La Tour Carnet is one of the few Bordeaux estates to have a moat and drawbridge.
Since purchasing the estate in 2000, Bernard Magrez has returned the estate’s Château, cellars and 311 hectares to their glory days, marrying cutting -edge technology with traditional savoir-faire.
In the words of the previous caretaker of this national monument, Marie-Claire Pèlegrin, it is Bernard Magrez’s mission here to “cut the diamond.”
La Tour Carnet rooms
A stay at La Tour Carnet in one of the two stately period suites, Michael de Montaigne and La Boetie, will take you on a journey through time. As will the royal breakfast, dinner and tasting of exeptionnal vintage, creatively mastered by a dedicated chef, and served by your butler in the majestic dining room.
Clos des Songes
Class and magnificence define this majestic and spacious suite, bathed in light and hints of gold. Marrying fairytale and fantasy, Le Clos des Songes is the ideal setting for a dream stay.
Mon seul Rêve
If you are adventurous and passionate, Mon Seul Rêve is a true world within a world. The décor evokes far-off lands, while rare artefacts from Bernard Magrez’s private collection create an exotic and refined landscape.
Stays
Discover the Bordeaux art de vivre. Bernard Magrez has explored the very best of the worlds of fine wines, history, heritage, culture, gastronomy and elite hotels.
At Luxury Wine Experience, we offer tailor-made itineraries to suit your requirements and ensure that your Bordeaux experience is unforgettable. Our teams will create the perfect break for you and are never satisfied until all your needs are met.
Customised services
Let yourself by surprised by our exclusive getaways, seduced by the originality of our private itineraries and awed by the history and magic of the Grands Crus as we guide you through your authentic Bordeaux adventure, perfectly blending nature and tradition.
We blend luxury with a little touch of magic to create unforgettable experiences. Your tour may include: VIP welcome, Rolls Royce Phantom ride, getaway in the Bassin d’Arcachon, helicopter flight, picnic or aperitif among the vines or on the Château Pape Clément roof terrace, athletic or wellness experience, private concert and more.
Wine & Food Pairing: Wine & Chocolate
Take a journey back in time by looking around inside our medieval castle, one of the oldest in Médoc. Discover the secrets and techniques of the winemaking within the vat-house and barrel cellar.
The tour will end with a discovery of wine and chocolate pairing: 3 wines from the Bernard Magrez’s selection and the chocolate “sarments du Médoc” from Mademoiselle de Margaux (local speciality). Duration: 1 hour and a half, through prior reservation 48 hours before the tour day.
Wine tour and tasting
Take a journey back in time by looking around inside our medieval castle and discover the secrets and techniques of the winemaking within the vat-house and barrel cellar.
Your tour will end with a tasting of 3 wines including Château La Tour Carnet – Grand Cru Classé Médoc 1855. Duration: 1 hour and a half, through prior reservation.
Wine & Food Pairing: Wine & Cheese
Take a journey back in time by looking around inside our medieval castle, one of the oldest in Médoc. Discover the secrets and techniques of the winemaking within the vat-house and barrel cellar.
The tour will end with a discovery of wine and cheese pairing: 3 wines from the Bernard Magrez’s selection and 3 varieties of cheeses. Duration: 1 hour and a half, through prior reservation 48 hours before the tour day.
From Research to Innovation
Discover Château La Tour Carnet, a true medieval castle, one of the oldest in Médoc. Then the visit will take you to our plot housing our Conservatory with its 75 grape varieties of grape in order to understand the stakes of global warming and what Bordeaux wine could become in the future.
We will visit then the vat-house to explain our winemaking techniques and learn more about aging in oak barrels. Your visit will end with a blind tasting of six wines from Bernard Magrez’s vineyards in order to understand the specifities of each grape variety.
For this visit, we received the Iter Vitis Award 2019, which rewards actions to preserve and enhance the environment through wine-growing properties. Duration: 2 hours, through prior reservation.
Tasting & Picnic
Discover Château La Tour Carnet, a true medieval castle, one of the oldest in Médoc. Then the visit will take you in our vat-house and barrel cellar to explain our winemaking techniques and learn more about aging in oak barrels.
Your visit will end with a tasting of 3 wines including Château La Tour Carnet, Grand Cru Classé – 1855. After the tour, you will be free to enjoy your picnic basket in our wonderful gardens.
B-Winemaker
Always dreamed of creating your own personalized bottle of wine? Enjoy a Unique experience in the heart of Château La Tour Carnet. Visit the Chateau, mix and taste your own wine blend and take home your personal bottle!
Visit of the vat-house and barrel cellar. Learn the secrets of the winemaking process, from the vineyard to the bottle labeling. Enjoy an introduction to the characteristics of our varietals.
Create and taste your own wine blend to choose the one you like and take it home in a personal souvenir bottle to share with your family or your friends! At the end of the workshop, tasting of Château La Tour Carnet red wine.
The Quartet
This tour is dedicated to collectors, who are demanding and constantly in search of extraordinary new sensations. The sommelier accompanies you on a private tour of Château La Tour Carnet, where you are sure to be impressed by his explanations of the estate’s history, traditions, and the art of winemaking.
The secrets of producing Grand Crus, focusing on techniques that respect the wine’s intrinsic qualities and its terroir, will fascinate those with a good grasp of oenology.
Events
Celebrate your event an idyllic setting. The Bernard Magrez Chateaux provide an exceptional setting for events, business trips or private receptions.
Meetings, conferences, board meetings, cocktail receptions, weddings or elegant evening events can also be held there depending on your needs, in the unique atmosphere of carefully tended residences and venues nestled within gardens and vineyards.
La Salle à Manger
Echoing its medieval past, the beautiful dining room is steeped in the Chateau’s serenity and charm. Whether used for quiet reflection during an important meeting, or given over to the refined enjoyment of a meal with employees or special friends, it is perfect for use by small groups.
Weddings
An enchanting setting for an exceptional wedding. A single day that promises to last forever… Experience the majesty of a fairy-tale atmosphere at the Château Pape Clément or the graceful charm of the countryside at Château Fombrauge.
Several luxurious spaces to enjoy, your wedding night at the Chateau itself, vineyards extending as far as the eye can see, and a wedding coordinator just for you: this combination of finesse and inspiration will make your special day truly magical and unique.
Business Seminars
A refined and relaxed place for your business event. The prestigious Bernard Magrez Chateaux are truly special settings in which to hold your meetings, conferences and receptions.
Welcome your guests in an idyllic Bordeaux setting and combine business, culture, wine and gastronomy in the heart of its celebrated vineyards. Entrust us with your company’s project, and we will ensure your meeting runs exactly as planned.
Private dining
Savour a unique experience in a Grand Cru Classé wine estate. Step inside a prestigious Bernard Magrez Chateau for a luncheon or dinner in one of our private reception rooms.
Entrust us with hosting your romantic dinner, business luncheon or family occasion to experience the epitome of elegance and a little hint of magic.
