Founded in 1993, Cousin & Compagnie is one of the oldest independent wine cellars in Bordeaux and a pioneer in the introduction and commercialization of biodynamic and natural wines since the mid-2000s.
Firmly convinced that the preservation of our natural heritage also depends on vineyard and winery practices, at Cousin & Compagnie, 90% of our selection consists of organic, biodynamic, or natural wines from family estates or independent winemakers.
Visiting our Bordeaux cellar means discovering rare gems from all over France and abroad, whether they are Grand Crus or “friend wines.” A true cabinet of curiosities, Cousin & Compagnie can satisfy both novices and connoisseurs, as well as those seeking unique finds.
They had this experience with Cousin & Compagnie
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The tour is interesting but very short
The guide speaks simultaneously in French and English, which means you don’t understand anything for 50% of the time. Besides, the guide was not talking anything while we were walking from one monument to another, so it was not very informative either.
On the other side, the parts that were communicated in English were quite interesting and fun.
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Fantastic day in St Emilion
Our day on e-bikes through St Emilion was wonderful. Vincent was enthusiastic, deeply knowledgeable and he helped create a great atmosphere that allowed us to really connected with the other guests as well. The paths he led us down were all safe and easy to navigate. The breeze generated by the bikes made the heat tolerable and the wines we tried were all excellent.
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Great Value
Great value, free walking tour was a great way to get a feel of the city. Went to Cité du vin and Bassins de Lumieres and frequently used the trams and buses. Definitely worth the money, would recommend to anyone.
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One of our favorite memories in Bordeaux
We really enjoyed our tour with Rustic Vines and would recommend it to friends visiting the area. The whole day was well paced and we left the tour with a deeper understanding of the winemaking in Bordeaux. Our guide was fantastic—very accommodating to anything we needed and an excellent source of information throughout the day. Considering everything you get to try and do, we felt the tour was fairly priced as well!
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A very good deal
I can't think of anything that we didn't get with this card. It was easy to use, had a lot of places to visit, and we used the transit a lot. It was probably the best way to see Bordeaux at our own pace.
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Best way to see the vines!
We had a fantastic day exploring Saint-Emilion with Rustic Vines Tours, guided by Daniel. He's a wonderful guide. He's knowledgeable, engaging, and genuinely passionate about the region. What stood out most was his willingness to let us take our time at each stop, never rushing the experience.
The châteauxs selected for the tour gave us an excellent sense of the area and its winemaking traditions. However the two chateaus were a little similar so maybe a bit more variety would be good. The tastings were memorable, and the lunch was delicious. Despite the heat, we felt well looked after throughout the day.
The whole experience was beautifully organised. Attentive to detail, thoughtfully planned, and executed with care. Highly recommend Rustic Vines Tours to anyone wanting an authentic, unhurried introduction to the region.