Pamela Antic and Vito Calandra

Vito and I would like to thank you both for offering us such a memorable Bordeaux Wine Experience. Your exceptional regard...

Lyn and Paul Santina

Paul and I would like to thank you for a terrific Wine Experience. Paul is far more knowledgeable than I about...

Patricia and Jaques Khoriaty

We arrived here at your lovely Chateau really not knowing what to expect. You are both so professional, knowledgeable, kind and...

Joe Parisi

You are such exquisite hosts and you have made this a most memorable week for my father and me. Ronald your...

Veronica and Alberto Carregha

This has been a great experience! It’s just the best idea we’ve ever had, even we didn’t have a clear idea...

Al Parisi

Visiting wineries and wine tasting can be too often predictable and routine. Ronald you have made the experience enjoyable, entertaining and...

Collin and Carol Hong

Thank you so much for your warm touch and the way you carefully planned our trips, the exceptional meals and visits....

Tom and Lisa Gibson

Thank you both for an exceptionally wonderful time in Bordeaux. What made our time here such an unexpected pleasure was the...

Ronald and Charles Davis

Dear Margaret and Ronald (I love the name Ronald), It has been a great pleasure knowing and being with the both...

Jack and Jane Novick

We came with very high expectations and anticipations and The Bordeaux Wine Experience surpassed everything we hoped for. Margaret was a...

Ludmilla Kohut

Thank you both so much for a wonderful Bordeaux Wine Experience! Ludmilla Kohut Toronto, Ontario, Canada (The Bordeaux Grand Cru...

Michael Fieldhouse and Nicole Fang

Thank you very much for a fantastic, educational, fun and entertaining wee! Your knowledge, welcoming personalities and contacts at chateaux were...

David Vasiljevič and Janez Račič

Thank you for your hospitality and the perfect Wine Tour in Bordeaux. It was our first visit to Bordeaux and we...

Ian and Stéphanie Champagne

La semaine passée avec vous fut comme une rêve! Merci de votre acceuil chaleureux, de votre passion à partager l’amour du...

David and Faye Tan

It has been a truly fabulous week – we have learnt lots, enjoyed so many delicious meals and unforgettable wines. And...

John and April van Vlaardingen

Your Tour and hospitality were fabulous! We had very high expectations for a trip we would celebrate our 10-year wedding anniversary...

Jim & Katie Crotty

Thank you for providing an experience, which will assure our honeymoon memories last forever. We learned so much about wine, Bordeaux...

Paul & Margaret Anderson & Stephen & Barbara Mackenzie

This has been a wine experience of a lifetime! The Irish contingent hopefully added to the «blend» from which we think...

Don & Sandy Goodman

Dear Margaret & «Uncle Ron»,The Bordeaux Wine Experience is indeed «FABULOUS». It rates 100 on the revered «Don & Sandy» scale!!...

Dave & Kristina Mazaika

Thank you for leading us in such an enjoyable and unique experience. We’ve completely loved every minute. Your love of wines...

Eric & Linda Lenczner

We had a wonderful week. Each day brought new and more interesting experiences. The balance that was each day and which...

John & Rachelle Yoxall

I had hoped to write in this guest book without reading everyone else’s kind & honest & complementary words first, to...

Albert and Sandy Mills

This was almost the best trip that we have ever taken (except for Bora Bora!). All educational experiences should be as...

Barbara and Marcus Pinto

How can we express our thanks! Everything was perfect and exceeded our expectations! Of course we were amazed with the wine...

Jim and Kathy Panepinto

Thank you for a wonderful week of wine tasting, fine cuisine and touring Bordeaux. We enjoyed Ronald’s expertise, sense of humor...

Low Sung Leong & Laurence Low

We enjoyed ourselves tremendously this week: thank you for opening your beautiful home to us and the wonderful planning and execution...

Neil and Rachel Devchand

We would like to express our gratitude to both you and Margaret for the hospitality you both provided during our visit...

Jody & Noel Littlejohns

It is indeed «in the details» as you have so gracefully shown us over and over –from the beautiful flowers in...

Kevin and Mairead Smith

Thank you from the bottom of our hearts. Simply the best, an exhilarating and unforgettable experience. Your hospitality and friendship, added...

Bill and Dot Hagman

We are honored to join the ranks of your alumni. It was a most memorable week for both of us. I...

Brian and Karen Aungst

We can’t wait to share our amazing experience with everyone at home. Everything was absolutely perfect -your beautiful home and gracious hospitality,...

Mark and Ann Danner

After living in Paris, we loved France. But after touring Bordeaux and staying at your beautiful Chateau, this will be forever...

Simon and Barb Smith

What fun we had on The Bordeaux Wine Experience. You certainly were wonderful hosts. I am sure your family will not...

Lisa and Mark Locklear

We chose the Bordeaux Wine Experience to celebrate our 20th wedding anniversary and to learn more about the wines in the...

Robert and Michelle McKinlay

Having enjoyed Bordeaux Wines for many years now, we had our eyes opened! To see the chateaux, to understand wine making,...

Satu Salo-Bosley

“Deze tour is een uitzonderlijke beleving geweest. Het was fantastisch om de fijne wijnen met jullie en de anderen op de...

Aaron and Tricia Schneider

This tour has exceeded our expectations across our senses of taste, smell and sight. Each Chateau brought a unique perspective in the...

Foster and Patricia Manning

This has been an exceptional week. During these 5 days we have gained a marvelous insight into Bordeaux wines through Ronald’s generous...

Richard and Linda Marcks

Thank you again for a marvellous experience. It was very educational and at the same time a refined and elegant way...

Leila and Eude da Costa

This program was so much better than we expected. Specially me, Leila, I have learned things about grapes, wine French culture...

Kelly and Peter Alward

Our Bordeaux visit was unforgettable! Thank you for your wonderful hospitality. We will forever have fond memories of your beautiful home and...

Elizabeth and Fritz Viner

From the time we left our home, until the time we left your home, expectations were met in every way. May...

Lee and Kazi Alward

We had high expectations for this trip and felt a bit uncomfortable having brought two couples along. Our high expectations were...

Liza and Fritz Gubler

Thank you for welcoming us to your beautiful Chateau and sharing your passion for wine and food. We had a marvellous...

Nancy Shaw and Alan Strachnan

We had an exceptional experience and will cherish the memories from our week with both of you. We appreciate the level of...

Rich and Liz Seftor

Thank you! You have created “The Ultimate Bordeaux Wine Experience!” We appreciated your incredible expertise and the wonderful warmth you both...

Steve and Wendy Daknis

Thank you for your warm hospitality. This week has been a time of learning, a time of enjoyment and a time...

Don and Carol Clark

Thanks so much for an absolutely wonderful week. Everything was superb: the wine, the food, the accommodations at Chateau Coulon Laurensac,...

Mary Ann and Bob Ogden

We so enjoyed our Bordeaux Wine Experience under your experienced leadership! We learned so much and it was such fun! You’ve...

John and Sonya Wise

Every aspect of this trip was wonderful. We had high expectations for the trip – which were exceeded in every way....

Gordon and Heather Frankland

Your “Wine Experience” has been a WOW!!! Experience. Every small detail has been thought of. The experience has been blended with...

Art and Debbie Kelley

We sincerely thank you for giving us the most memorable experience we could ever imagine with Bordeaux wines. This will forever...

John and Nancy Scruggs

Nancy and I have been blessed to travel to many places in the world. Rarely if ever have we been welcomed...

Gwyn Singleton and Collin Pearson

This week in Bordeaux has been a fantastic introduction for us to the great wines of Bordeaux. The visit was delightful...

Irwin Schwarz and Natasha Engan

What a pleasure! We arrived expecting to quench our thirsts and are leaving with the satisfaction of having spoiled our pallets....

Allan and Gina Keefe

This last week has been an amazing time. Our goal was to learn about the wines of Bordeaux, eat some great...

Dan and Mary Huntsman

Thanks for an incredible week. Every day exceeded the day before. We learned so much in addition to getting to taste...

Glenn and Toni Gray

Thank you so much for a wonderful Bordeaux Experience. Rarely are our expectations met, but let alone exceeded. You both truly...

Pat and Patty Gray

You uncorked the mystery of Bordeaux Wine to us. We came as novices and leave as relative experts thanks to your...

Mark Jocks and Vickie Coury

When we originally talked of experiencing France and Bordeaux we hoped to increase our knowledge and appreciation of the country and...

Rob and Melanie Brunner

To our gracious hostess and host, We had no idea how much knowledge and spirit of wine tasting and wine making...

John and Kylie Che

This a great experience for both myself and Kylie. I am really impressed by the attention to detail of both the...

Sandra Poe and Rebecca Zagoory

Merci Beaucoup, you have created a stress less time for us. It means so much, to both of us, not to...

Cesare and Carolyn Tacchi

We’ve just come back to Toronto and woke up way too early (!) and to assuage our regret that the vacation...

Richard Clegg and Anna Rizova

It has been a beautiful week; an escape from the daily routine and a reflection of humanity. We have had a...

Huai-Tei Yang and Violet Lin

Thank you very much for everything. This Wine Experience Tour is the best ever! Thank you again for everything. How shall...

Graeme and Jane Cassell

How do I start? This week has been one of the most memorable that we have ever experienced. Your knowledge and...

Barry and Gaynor Cook

Gaynor and I would like to sincerely thank you and Margaret for a truly memorable Bordeaux wine experience. You were both...

Jill and Ian Winter

What a fantastic time Ian and I have had. This is a trip Ian has wanted to do for two years...

Maureen McNicolas

This experience is one of the most memorable I’ve had. I am delighted to have had the opportunity to visit France...

Dale and Theresa Griffin

This has been a wonderful way to spend our anniversary; one we will certainly never forget. You both have made this...

Michael Demnicki and Tammy Digioia

What a wonderful experience you both provide! You’ve opened our eyes to a whole new world of wine and culture. We...

Lauren and Simon Webb

Thank you so much for helping me realize Simon’s dream and his 40th birthday. From the minute I started planning this...

Jim and Linda Foy

What a wonderful week: great wine, wonderful food and truly unforgettable people. We thank you for your warm hospitality. Jim and...

Dom and Susan Stanzione

Words cannot express what a wonderful time Dom and I had over these past few days. Your hospitality is amazing. We...

TY, Nancy and May

Thank you so much for your great hospitality and professionalism in bringing us a wonderful and knowledgeable holiday. No doubt Bordeaux...

Ane and Wayne Small

We had really looked forward to this trip ever since we booked it last October. And we had high expectations for...

Lonnly Ching and Wendi Chen

Wendi and I of course were disappointed when we learned that we weren’t able to visit Lafite (exceptional early harvest) and...

Juan Torres

It was a dream come true! I have been trying to visit the chateaux for a while, but now I am...

Marianne Coburn and Randall Harris

Marianne and I arranged to join your Bordeaux Wine Tour because we enjoy wine and the possibility to experience a taste...

Sharada and Donald Alducin

We want to thank you for your wonderful hospitality in your beautiful chateau. We both enjoyed the incredible Tour and experience...

Peter and Teresa Crage

Teresa and I enjoyed ourselves immensely. The time we have spent here at your home will be a collection of fond...

Bing and Bo Yoo

Bo and I would like to thank you and at the same time compliment you as a couple for helping us...

Mark Hampton and Adrian Amiri

A little bit of heaven in Bordeaux -mixed lightly with warmth, hospitality, laughter and wine! What a perfect combination –and we...

Lou and Marcella Pellicano

You warmth and hospitality will always be remembered. Thank you Ronald for teaching us so much. I feel that I can...

Andrea Burke and Casey Bracher

Thank you so much for opening your home to us and making us feel welcome in Bordeaux. We have wanted to...

Robert and Patricia Van Dusen

Each day a new adventure… Each day grateful for what we have experienced in Bordeaux. Thank you for a wonderful week....

Joyce Hamel and Bonnie Burns

Your home, your hospitality and your company were delightful. We so enjoyed every minute of our stay because of your tremendous...

Mahesh and Rashmi Patel

Thank you for making us very welcome at your home and the incredible experience with wonderful food and wines. Your knowledge...

Bernadette McNamara

Thank you so much for a wonderful wine tour of Bordeaux. Before I came I knew little about French wines. I...

Theo and Monique Evangelakos

On behalf of Theo and me, I thank you so much for making our wine tour week a wonderful one that...

Peter and Jane Thompson

We have just enjoyed our Bordeaux Wine Experience so much. The organization has been wonderful. All the Chateaux you chose to...

Prue and Ross Manners

We’ve enjoyed everything about the wine tour, especially: How we were made to feel welcome. How we were very comfortable with...

Linda and Ken Herrell

We thank you for your generous hospitality and gracious home. And Ronald, your guidance and insight into both “the French” and...

Diann and Jim Gross

Thank you so much for the wonderful experience. You made us feel so welcome in your beautiful chateau. We came to...

Steven Bigras and Beth Heinze

Thank you for your kind and generous hospitality. This was truly an experience of a lifetime, one we will remember fondly...

Nikolas and Kira Novak

As a travel agent, knowing the travel industry from inside, we’re familiar with the policies of the travel sector. Sometimes it...

Ainsley Clement and Tom Burmeister

Thank you so much for your wonderful hospitality. This has been a true life experience. The wine, the food and companionship...

Yien Yeo

You have done the world a great service by giving so many people this wonderful Bordeaux experience. It has exceeded all...

Rob and Adele Kelly

Adele and I had a wonderful experience –wine, food, lodging, transportation were all first rate. We couldn’t imagine a better guide...

Amrit and Suraj Vij

We have thoroughly enjoyed the tour. Many of the information can be got from books and tapes, however all the little...

Dale and Willa Holmer

This has been an unforgettable experience –or should I see a series of unforgettable experience! Every day presented a new aspect...

Sant and Linda Tulsi

We thought we were joining a wine tour in Bordeaux. It has been much, much more than that. We have not...

Marcy Mackless

Thank you so much for your hospitality and opening your home to us. What a great Experience! Something I won’t forget...

Stephanie Picardi

Thank you for welcoming me into your home and for hosting me in the fabulous Bordeaux region! I look forward to...

Steve and Sandy Wellen

Thank you for a wonderful week. This our second visit with you and it gets better each time! Not only is...

Tim Lewis

Thanks for the great time in Bordeaux! I was seeking an opportunity that would provide a Wine Experience in Bordeaux to...

Leonna and Jeff Mote

Thank you both for orchestrating such a memorable and worldly experience. Your knowledge and insights into Bordeaux made us feel like...

Holly Harris and Bob Klat

Bob and I want to thank you so much for making our Bordeaux Wine Experience so enjoyable. From the moment we...

Tony and Janet Sabatino

Sincere thanks for a wonderful time. You guys created the true Bordeaux Wine Experience for us and truly brought it to...

Robert and Patricia Van Dusen

Each day a new adventure… Each day grateful for what we have experienced in Bordeaux. Thank you for a wonderful week. All the...

Tommie and Jack Desmond

What a fabulous time we had on our Harvest Food and Wine Experience! We learned so much about Bordeaux wine and...

Paulo & Friends

Thank you for the amazing and adorable experience of sharing with us this incredible and pleasant week in the wine world,...

Scott and Susan Brodie

WOW! What an incredible experience these past days have provided us! The food, the wine, the stories on the bus, all...

Richard and Angelika Stinson

Richard and I have been anticipating this trip for a long time and yet we sit here in amazement and completely...

Sharon and Arch Wells

Arch and I had a fantastic week with you. We know it must be hard to please a group of people,...

Nicolas and Patricia Johnson

This has been a truly wonderful Bordeaux Wine Experience. Ronald has such a wealth of knowledge on Bordeaux wine and the...

Julie and Peter Hutt

We had the trip of a lifetime! Thank you for sharing your chateau, knowledge and friendship with us. From Texas to...

David Friedberg

Thank you so much for inviting me into your chateau for a perfect week. All of my expectations have been fulfilled....

Laura and Edward (E.J.) Wong

Thank you both so much for a wonderful week! This has been an experience unlike we could have had with anyone...

Kathryn O’Connor and Paul Potvin

Thank you so much for a remarkable Bordeaux Wine Experience. Every moment was filled with fun and interesting anecdotes. Your knowledge...

Wayne Moriarty

Thank you for opening up your wonderful home (chateau) to our group. We shared a wonderful experience that has built and...

Susan McLaughlin

What an amazing experience. The perfect combination of luxury staying at a 1790 Chateau with every whish met by our king...

Nikolas and Kira Novak

We really appreciate your hospitality, the great time we had and the unforgettable experience. Such experience is not an easy thing...

Elaine and Larry Winer

What a wonderful experience! I leave Bordeaux with a great understanding of wine and food. Your knowledge and warmth have been...

Susan and Dominick Stanzione

“2nd Time Around”. I cannot believe that we were able to come back and share this wonderful experience with our children. The...

Christine and Billy Dicorcia

Thank you so much for this spectacular experience and for welcoming us into your beautiful home! We feel so lucky to...

Michael Stanzione

I cannot thank you enough for the amazing and delicious experience. When our parents told us about this trip when they...

Jim and Joyce Grandorf

We didn’t think it could be better than the first time as that was terrific, but it has been. All in...

Peter Reinthal and Cindy Stackhouse

Thank you so much for a wonderful week at your home and Bordeaux. The food and the wine were exceeded only by...

Isa and Max Diaz

Thank you so much for a wonderful week. We learned and enjoyed the Bordeaux wines; it was a spectacular experience. Both...

Danielle Stanzione

Thank you for an amazing trip. I have learned so much about Bordeaux and the wonderful wines and food here. I...

Laura and Rob Maley

Thank you for making this a truly wonderful wine experience! We now have a better appreciation for fine Bordeaux wines and...

Laurie and Bill Bachman

We can’t even begin to express our gratitude for the phenomenal experience you provided for us. We had high expectations but...

Greg Matsumoto and Carol West

Words cannot describe the enjoyment we’ve experienced during our stay. We were honored by the extremely thoughtful hospitality you’ve shown us by...

Bonnie and Jim Crego

Thank you so much for your warmth and hospitality! We booked the trip with very high expectations –and you have exceeded...

Bill and Carol Slaughter

What a wonderful experience! Your hospitality mede us feel like a member of the Bordeaux community for a week. The chance...

Leon and Suzanne

We thought we were coming to Bordeaux to taste wine and experience a bit of the charm of the French countryside....

Kira and Nicolas Sulima

Thank you a lot for life feeling, charming environment and outstanding experience. Thank you for being so generous to share with...

Prue and Ross Manners

It has been a marvellous tour for Ross and I. We both enjoyed ourselves even more than the first time (!)...

Nancy Browne and Brewster Gillett

The Bordeaux Wine Experience is truly a marvelous experience indeed! Your hospitality has been amazing over this week of wine, food and...

Al and Nancy Matt

Exceeded our expectations. Again our Bordeaux Experience was outstanding, exceptional and very special. Thank you so very much for these memories. Fondly,...

Dana and Garry Simpler

Garry and I thoroughly enjoyed our Bordeaux Experience. Like many guests before us we were instantly taken in with your warmth...

Kristin and Darren Necochea

Thank you so much for such a wonderful and unique visit to Bordeaux. Ronald, your knowledge, enthusiasm, and fantastic storytelling ability have...

Pratima, PK, Debu and Terrance

Let me start by saying: Thank you, thank you for such warm and friendly hospitality. We have enjoyed every minute of it....

Heather Molina

Merci for what turned out to be an experience that far exceeded my expectations. You have shown me the repeated trips...

Filipe and Anna Martinez

We have been curiously waiting for this trip since December when Felipe offered it to me at Christmas. He knows how...

Scott and Sandy Marshall

To the quintessential host and hostess – Ronald and Margaret. We thank you both so much for the fantastic experience this...

Janine Gilmour and Allan Hilless

Thank you both for a most wonderful, entertaining, educational and fun week of wine appreciation, drinking and enjoying wine and gourmet food...

Mike Bowlin

To my new friends Margaret and Ronald. Your tour was beyond spectacular. Casual elegance with fantastic food, education and vast views...

Tom and Sue Gideon

How do we begin to express one of the most wonderful weeks that we have experienced? Everything exceeded our expectations… the wine,...

Steve Samuels

This week with you has been a fabulous thrill for me thanks entirely to you both. How fortunate I was to...

Sandra and Mauro Casci

Thank you for an enjoyable and educational vacation. While Ronald accompanies us, we know that Margaret spent many hours helping organize everything....

Mike and Sally Reiss

Words are difficult to come by to describe our gratitude and admiration for your hospitality and generosity. The magic of Bordeaux...

Lu and Jack Morris

Truly a great opportunity to feel, breath, taste and drink-in a full spectrum of delights of Bordeaux, including the pleasure of...

Ralph and Rhonda Maxwell

Ralph and I have enjoyed our time with you here with you at your lovely chateau. From the moment we were...

The Chittasenee family

It has been a fantastic week for all four of us. I have never seen my Dad being this happy for...

Kirk and Jane Grimm

Thank you so much for a wonderful week. You are charming hosts. You have opened your home to us in the...

Caryn and Steve Silver

Words cannot express our deep appreciation and thanks for such a unique and outstanding week. Everything was truly superb: obviously the wine...

René Jaime

hank you very much for sharing your beautiful home and showing such great hospitality. This tour it has been a wonderful...

Don and Mary Hawley

Oh, where to begin… I expected we would have a great time and experience the Bordeaux. We honestly cannot put into...

Steve O’Neill

Summaries are hard to write. So much happened, so much learned, such an experience. I did not know what to expect...

Matt Hawley

Great wine is meant to be shared with great people, and indeed that is what we did this week! Your gracious...

Izzy Hernandez

I want to thank you so much for a most fantastic time and experience of my lifetime. I will never forget...

Harold Chiat and Laurel Chiat

Host and hostess second to none. Thank you for sharing your home and knowledge of wine and food with us. This was...

Haley Howell

I feel so lucky and fortunate to have been able to join the Hawley’s to your beautiful chateau. You have been...

Barbara and Bob Burrill

Your wonderful tour of Bordeaux taught us to enjoy, appreciate and respect the wines and its makers. Thank you for your...

Bill and Sherri Morrison

What a wonderful time we had this week. Touring Bordeaux for the first time, drinking wonderful wine and sharing fabulous food...

Michael and Amy Mertens

What a wonderful education in Bordeaux! The 10 pounds extra that I will bring home is a testament of the exceptional...

Kim Chaney

Thank you for a great visit to Bordeaux. It exceeded every expectation! I can’t wait for the Alumni Tour! Kim Chaney...

Tony and Janet Sabatino

Thank you for yet “another” great experience. We had a special time with our boys this time! All the best! Tony...

Anthony and Joe Sabatino

Our folks have had the most amazing time 3 years ago and we have been looking forward to this trip for...

Ginny and Troy Edens

What a beautiful time you’ve shared with us! The knowledge we have gained and the memories we have made will be...

Anita and Max Wasinger

We feel we’ve made two new friends in Bordeaux! We’ve felt so very comfortable and contend the entire week. What an...

Jan and Bill Murray

Thank you for an amazing time. The tour exceeded our expectations in both the food and the wine. The tours to...

Richie and Debbie McNaught

Thank you for an amazing and fun week! You have made us feel so welcome. We hope to return one day...

Gavin and Sue Laws

Thank you for an amazing experience in every way. We loved the wine, food, countryside and of course your hospitality. It...

Sandy and Don Goodman

Impossible –Oui? Non!- Absolutely the second time was even better than the first. Cooking with each of you was so much...

Jim and Kathy Panepinto

Our second visit to your lovely home was as memorable as our first visit in 2008! Margaret’s new kitchen is spectacular...

Dale and Willa Holmer

Again it has been a joy to experience what Bordeaux has to offer –thanks to you. The wine, the food and...

Lou and Marcella Pellicano

Thank you for making us so feel like family. We enjoyed ourselves and learned so many new things. Thank you so...

Sandy and Al Mills

So good to be back again and to be welcomed into your home! We look forward to be back soon! Sandy...

Carol and Wayne Tamarelli

It is our last evening in Bordeaux, visiting with all our new friends in your lovely home! Your hospitality, knowledge, experience,...

Samara and Ralph Wexler

This week has been everything we would have hoped for and more! If Michelin rated tours, you would certainly earn three...

Thomas and Ingeborg Girgensohn

Thank you very much for sharing your beautiful chateau with us. We very much appreciated your gracious hospitality. Ronald, your wine expertise...

Barbara and Thomas van Egeren

We both really enjoyed our time with you. The experience and the knowledge that we gained would not have been possible without...

Stephanie and David Berger

Thank you for your hospitality and offering such a wonderful experience. We truly enjoyed our time here and learning more about...

Laurie and Bill Bachman

Once again you have excelled all of our expectations. We already look forward to our return in 2016 and we will...

Mike and Sally Reiss

Words are difficult to come by to describe our gratitude and admiration for your hospitality and generosity. The magic of Bordeaux...

Karen and Eric Bluemke

I knew this was going to be a great experience and still you exceeded my expectations in every way! Thank you...

Danielle and Loretta Newberry

We would like to thank you for a truly eye-opening experience! Your priceless insights into Bordeaux, its wines, cuisine and culture are...

Lisa Seigel

It is hard to express my appreciation into creating such an extraordinary experience! It was more than Margaret’s warmth and hospitality and...

Dana Logan and Greg O’Connor

It is hard to express our great appreciation for the hospitality and education you have shown us during our week in Bordeaux....

Joe Billadello and Guadeloupe Sanchez

We had a wonderful time and felt welcome from the minute the taxi dropped us off until we left. Couldn’t imagine...

Brent and Lisbeth Thornley

How does one adequately express the wonder of this week? The people, the chateaux, the wineries, the personal touch that surrounded each...

Allan Hilless and Janine Gilmour

So where do we begin to express our thanks for our Second Bordeaux Wine Experience? The pleasure never gets less and your...

Fran and Nancy Brown

What a great week we’ve had! Great wines, great food, great company and wonderful hosts. An absolutely terrific way to spend...

Katrina Sheckelford

It has been such an incredible week of wine food and fun! Thank you for welcoming us into your wonderful home...

Jim and Gearty Alyward

To paraphrase Oscar Wilde: if you are doing something, find the very best way. Well, we did find it here in...

Meryl and Josh Gindin

From the moment we arrived, we felt at home. Your gracious hospitality, the depth of your knowledge about wine and food...

Paige and Andy Andrews

Being from the southern US we think we know hospitality and you have displayed that in spades! We have learned so...

John and Trudy McDermott

What a beautiful trip this was. A wonderful wine experience! Most of all we were treated like friends. And we met...

Steve and Danielle Coper

What a great week we’ve had! Your home is so beautiful and welcoming. We enjoyed every minute, met many new friends...

Murdoch Riley

I have so enjoyed my stay this week. I just loved the wonderful hospitality that you have given me, the outstanding...

Carol and Peter Clarke

We came blind and ever so gradually we saw; more than we tasted and even learned. Thank you so much for...

Mike and Mikie Bolliger

Thank you both for sharing your home and being so warm and friendly to all of us. This trip was a...

Adam and Adriana Tedman

Thank you for an amazing week in Bordeaux. It truly surpassed all of our expectations. A once in a lifetime experience...

Jenny and Paul Simpson

We highly appreciate opening your wonderful home to us and sharing and imparting your extensive knowledge of food and wine. The...

Mary and Rich Pytelewski

You have given us a feeling of sharing your home and Bordeaux that far exceeded our expectations. A tribute to your...

Liza Gershman

I truly cannot thank you enough for this incredible experience. Your home is a dream and your warmth and hospitality are...

Ozlem Futman & Cihan Yamaner and Orhan & Esin Cakir

Thank you so much for your hospitality. It was wonderful to share with you this past week full with Bordeaux wines...

Jim and Diann Gross

Thank you for another wonderful week in your lovely chateau. Our first visit felt like a once in a lifetime experience...

Barbara and Tom van Egeren

Thank you for yet another week in paradise! It is such a pleasure for us to visit your lovely home. Thank...

Steve and Wendy Daknis

Another wonderful week in your fabulous home. We will recall Bordeaux fondly, but mostly because of your hospitality. You have a...

Jim and Lana Schuessler

Thank you so much Ronald and Margaret. You are great hosts and your home is beautiful. Enjoyed our times here. I...

Keith and Terri Paglush

What a week with both of you! You are gracious hosts and have taken such great care of us while we...

Paul and Amy Lichlyter

In spite of the fact that we do these events regularly, we were so impressed by the energy and attention to...

Lesley and Phil Stratford

Our group was somewhat closed on the first meeting but by the end of the first meeting we had opened well....

Joe and Mary Stout

Thank you for an excellent week. This was very enjoyable and you are very gracious hosts. Above all this week was...

Rich and Cookie Corbin

It’s been a pleasure beyond words to share your beautiful chateau and life-style. The only real thanks that I “Cookie” can...

Rich and Helen Stratford

Thank you for sharing your home, your wine and your friendship. It was a great Bordeaux Wine Experience.Sincere thanks Rich and...

Tammy and Mark Gersman

We see why Bill and Laurie have enjoyed this adventure three times. It has been a magical week in Bordeaux. From...

Jeanette and Arnold Hanfling

Words cannot express how wonderful this week has been. Ronald your passion for wine and for teaching us is incomparable. Margaret you...

Laurie and Bill Bachman

Once again you have exceeded our expectations. Although this is our third time with you, our experience has been even more...

Wayne Holliday

Thank you for providing the most wonderful wine tour experience. Certainly each day was different and interesting in every respect. Absolutely...

Gina and Midge Brown

It has been an amazing week. Five days for the five First Growths and still we managed Yquem, Saint Emilion and...

Amanda and Steve Cottrell

You exceeded our expectations! Your humor was a great compliment to the great wines that we were all able to taste...

Dennis and Pat Enright

Thank you for such an amazing experience, for sharing your home with us, providing special food for me and introducing us...

Rhonda and Peter Cacioppo

The experience we had was tremendous. The restaurants and chateaux were exceptional! What we had not expected were your great stories...

Lyle Kerr and Valerie Millen

Thanks again for the wonderful week in Bordeaux. The lunches were the highlights for us and the wines weren’t bad either....

Kazi and Lee Alward

Our second trip to your beautiful chateau was even better than the first. The cooking class added a lot to the...

Bonnie and Jim Crego

What can we say? This is our second visit but we feel like we are visiting old friends! What you offer...

J. and Debby Nelson

Thank you so much for being such incredible hosts, mentors, guides and most importantly, friends. The only word I can use...

Leon Hulon

It is hard to express my appreciation for all that went into creating such an extraordinary experience! It was more than...

Ron and Chris Sorkness

Many thanks for your glorious hospitality, sharing your home and the experience of Bordeaux. We thoroughly enjoyed our time here immersing...

Jeff Goodman and Connie Hart

We very much appreciate your warm and wonderful hospitality. Margaret we love your kindness and graciousness. Ronald….. we especially enjoy your...

Rebecca Davis

Thank you for being such gracious hosts. You have given us such an unforgettable introduction to Bordeaux and all of the...

Alex Dyer and Jackie Fernandez

Experience is an understatement! Thank you for taking us on the trip of a lifetime. The wines, chateaus, and most of...

Jim Jack and Jeanine Kennedy

This has been a magnificent trip. You are a fabulous guide and hostess. We had a wonderful time. Your wine tastings...

Alexia and Jerry Jurschak

What a time we had! We’ve always wanted to have a true Bordeaux Wine Experience and thanks to you both, we...

Bill Myers

Many thanks to you both for this chapter in my life. An experience I will always remember. It was indeed a...

Mary Jo Ward

You have shared with us the experience of a lifetime. We have thoroughly enjoyed our expeditions, our lessons, the kind people...

Abbey Dyer and David Graff

We are so privileged to have joined you on this Bordeaux Wine Tour. Thank you for both sharing your love for...

Glenn and Trish Croxson

What a delightful stay. 5 days of packed entertainment, information, fun, new friends and of course wine. Ronald, I will always...

Suzan Runne

You have made us part of a generous, warm and convivial lifestyle and I am grateful that you opened your door...

Barry and Malca Reznick

It has been a true pleasure to meet you both. Barry and I want to thank you for opening your home...

Cindy and Dave Bright

You have mastered the art of making strangers feel so very welcome. I thank you for an experience we will treasure...

Dale and Willa Holmer 17

Kuddos for another great wine experience. Each time we have more admiration for your hospitality and warmth. And, perhaps there will...

Vivian and Herb Sutherland

We thank you for a lovely week in Bordeaux. We had a wonderful time and learned quite a lot about some...

Victor and Jordan Chang

Thank you for an amazing time in Bordeaux! Truly a splendid trip! Your chateau is simply stunning. You both are so...

Susie and John Sidwell

It has been a truly marvelous experience. We thank you both for your wonderful hospitality. Everything was so perfect and we...

Angelo and Gayla Fili & Kathryn Ballobin and Austin Filli

To offer an experience as great as you have chosen to do, reminds me of so many people in history who...

Lisbeth and Brent Thornley

Nine months ago I was at this table fighting back tears as I tried to write about our wonderful week with...

Patty and Bill Giannopoulos

We have had such a pleasure of meeting you both and experiencing Bordeaux in such a classy way. We enjoyed all...

Deb and Bob Gale

Thank you for the experience of a lifetime! We both have learned so much about Bordeaux and fine wine. The fabulous...

Vikki Moore and Alex Messina

We had hoped to experience an unorthodox introduction to a region we have long loved from a distance. What we didn’t...

Joyce and Sandy Russel

For several years I put off Joyce’s urging to join one of your small Bordeaux group tours. My mistake! The two...

Richard Clegg and Anna Rizova

It has been such a privilege joining you again at your beautiful home. Thank you so much for your generosity, grace...

Joan and Dick Caparso and Marie Limoges

No words to describe this wonderful experience. Margaret your hospitality, being up with us each morning, and Ronald, your truly entertaining...

Sherri and Bill Morrison

What a wonderful time we had with once again. Your lovely home and gracious hospitality is truly special! Many fond memories...

Mark and Tammy Gersman

Thank you both for your wonderful hospitality and for opening your beautiful chateau to us. It was a wonderful week –delicious...

Allan Hilless and Janine Gilmour

A very outstanding visit again, we never tire of this region. An outstanding cooking experience with the cooking class. Very outstanding...

Fran and Nancy Brown

In vino veritas! The repeat was every bit as lovely as our initial visit. Good company, good food, (almost always) good...

Lowell Silberstein

This was truly an amazing experience. I learned a lot about the Bordeaux region and had many laughs –Ronald is a...

Carol and Wayne Tamarelli

What a wonderful time for us this second visit with you. Everything starting with all the guests, wine, food, history, conversations...

Laurie and Bill Bachman

Thank you so much for yet another wonderful Bordeaux Wine Experience. While this is our fourth visit with you, we appreciate...

Jeff Krauss

I came here to taste great Bordeaux wines and you haven’t failed me. But most noteworthy the wines from Ronald’s cellar...

Val McKeegan and Roland Smith

We just wanted to say: “thank you” for the wonderful holiday –the visits were superb, the wines glorious and the organization...

Jill and Ian Winter

What a pleasure to return to your chateau. We have enjoyed this second Bordeaux Wine Experience even more as we have...

Karen and David Jachter

The week spent with you exceeded all expectations (including how much Bordeaux wine we would buy). The chateaus, the food, the...

Mary Menor

These past few days have been the most, well one of the most wonderful experiences I had for a while. I...

Anita and Prabha Sinha

This has been a truly magnificent warm and unique experience. We thought we were coming to learn about wines and taste...

Tom and Patti Scavelli

Your hospitality was exceptional. The food and the wine and the wine education were outstanding. Great memories for both of us. Patti...

Lakshman and Geeta Krishnamurthi

You are gracious, warm and wonderful hosts. You have a lovely home, well, not just a home but a chateau no...

Mickey and Ubolrat

Thank you so much for such a wonderful trip! Appreciate all your help and allowing us to be welcome in your...

Paisal Rummaneethorn (M)

I am Dr. Paisal Rummaneethorn. I am very impressed by the Bordeaux Grand Cru Harvest Tour. I loved the cooking class....

The Chittasenee party

It has been a great pleasure to be back here for our second time. Obviously, we already new what we were...

Teddi Clemens (R)

What a wonderful experience, from start to finish so many memories. Teddi Clemens Las Vegas, NV, USA (The 2018 Bordeaux Grand Cru...

Nancy Whitman

Just what I planned on. Awesome wine and food. Loved the oldies. You both were marvelous hosts. Nancy Whitman Boston, MA,...

Linda Larsen (M)

I want to thank you for such a wonderful experience. I learned so much about Bordeaux wines! I especially enjoyed meeting...

Harlan and Kay Braaten

I’m sure it would have taken many years to accomplish what we have experienced in 6 days. We had a great...

John and Carolyn Glaser

Thank you for a wonderful and memorable Bordeaux Experience. The venture was one that we had looked forward to for many...

Brad and Cathy Ritch

The dining and wine experiences were all memorable. Loved the lunch at the chateau and the wonderful visit to Yquem. Looking...

Lois Widell

Thank you so much for a wonderful experience. I have learned so much about winetasting; differentiating the various wines. It’s been...

Joe and Joan Heater

Any accolades you receive for the Bordeaux Wine Experience are truly deserved. Even if it wasn’t our 50th Anniversary, the memory of...

Don and Kathy Zandstra

Thank you for a lovely week. Your wine expertise, hospitality and property were over the top! Don and I had a...

Joann and Erik Witcher

Our expectations were high and you have exceeded them. It was more than a tour. You welcomed us into your home....

Ron and Kathy Gillaspie

Thank you so much for an awesome Bordeaux Wine Experience. It was certainly a trip of a lifetime. We feel so...

Ammie and Dave Naples

The last five days have been as magical as the five First Growths of Bordeaux!!! We cannot thank the Internet lords...

Tracy and Bob Fisher

Tracy and I cannot begin to thank you for your warm and wonderful hospitality. The Bordeaux Wine Experience has been a...

Nancy and Bill Harvie

What a wonderful, unique experience! We came to the Bordeaux Wine Experience not quite sure what to expect and it has...

Rocky Draper and Gail Breen

Gail wanted to go wine tasting in France. I said of course, sure, let’s go, but a few neurons in my...

Peter and Suzanne Caparso

A famous quote attributed to the Dalai Lama says, “a thousand candles can be lighted from a single candle and the...

Jennie Bentz

C’est magnifique! Margaret and Ronald I am truly grateful and amazed by your kindness, hospitality, generosity, sense of humor, expertise and...

Rebecca and John Weidner

Thank you for the welcome to your lovely chateau. A lot of fun days and many wonderful memories for our 52nd...

Ane Ipsen and Wayne Small

This was our second visit and it was even better than the first. Good company, great wine and delicious meals! We...

Paul Weisberg

Thank you so very much for an amazing week. It far exceeded even my very high expectations. Your kindness, generosity, humor,...

Peter Clark and Miriam Cardinaletti

Thank you for a wonderful adventure around Bordeaux, Graves and Saint Emilion. Fabulous food, wine and hospitality. We look forward to...

Leonard and Kristi Gorsuch

To the consummate hosts, the trip has been both elegant and swift. Everything from lodging, food and wine has all been...

Lisbeth and Brent Thornley

There is an English adage that says: “The third time’s a charm.” However the first and the second times for us...

John and Trudy McDermott

What a wonderful time we had with you and the other guests. Our second visit was even more special than our...

Patsy, Alan and Jonathan Dorris

Thank you so much for opening your home to us and showing us a lovely time around Bordeaux. Everything has exceeded...

Kate McMahon and Neil O’Connor

Merci beaucoup for a lovely week at your chateau! We learned a lot about the wines and enjoyed some rather elegant...

Marcy and Harry Harczak

Merci beaucoup for your incredible hospitality and opening your chateau to our friends and us. This trip allowed us to experience...

Nancy and Jon Stevens

Thank you for opening your chateau to us. It has been a fantastic week exploring wines, food and beautiful Bordeaux. We...

Beth Cooper and Lew Lefer Bradenton

Beth and I greatly appreciate your gracious hospitality plus your sharing your time, energy, friendship and knowledge of Bordeaux wines and...

Greg and Rachel Stout

What a great trip! We loved every minute. The food and wine were simply amazing. But the best part: the two...

Rosemary and Jim Kearney

You have made our first week in France more memorable than imagined. The food, Ronald’s stories, your beautiful home are beyond...

Kay and TJ Waud

We had an amazing week at your chateau. Everything, including the smallest details was planned and executed to perfection. Thank you...

Bruce Gurewitz

When my son Jeremy told me 6 months ago about this tour, I didn’t know what to expect. It has been...

Jeremy Gurewitz

The planning for this trip came after an extremely difficult time in my life: the passing of my mom. The goal...

Brianna Mariolle

Merci beaucoup pour un très bien vacance. It has been wonderful from start to finish. I am very appreciative of the...

Leeda and Ralph Fletcher

Thank you so much for a wonderful week. We loved it and we loved the wine. Leeda and Ralph Fletcher Mount...

Drummond and Alexandra McCunn

We have greatly appreciated both of you in sharing with us this special experience. Thank you for opening your chateau to...

Pam Roberto and Kelly Johnson

We can’t thank you enough for the wonderful experience we had with you this week. Every minute of this trip has...

Jim and Virginia Moir

Thank you so much for the wonderful experience and memories. Jim and I had so much fun and a great time....

Eddie and Maggie Chang

There are no words to adequately express to you how special this week has been for Eddie and me. To be...

Andy and Pam Acquarulo

Thank you for a wonderful experience. Pam and I celebrated our 30th wedding anniversary and what wonderful memories we made. Your...

Laura and Rick Fergerson

The wine experience was beyond description. Laura and I appreciate all the work that went into delivering a journey through the...

Laura and Michael Tepper

Our expectations for this trip of a lifetime were not only met, but exceeded! The food, the wine and you guys...

Jay Norwood and Liz La Manna

Hard to believe the lifetime of experience crammed into a week. Wine, food, friends, classifications, terroirs, Left Bank, Right Bank and...

Kevin and Wendy Luttrell

Thank you so much for sharing your home and life with Wendy and myself. It has been an absolutely fantastic week...

Michelle and Richard Cuomo

We booked this trip to France a year and a half in advance. We had high expectations and we were not...

Meg Kessler and Garry Finney

It has often been said that expectations lead to disappointment. Meg and I did allow ourselves to have great expectations for...

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