Discover the wines of Bordeaux — and the people behind them.
In 2020, we left England for a new life in France; drawn by the sunshine, the food, the culture and, of course, the wine.
Living here, with Bordeaux and its vineyards just a short journey from our home, we've discovered an extraordinary world of wine. From famous châteaux known around the world to small, independent artisan producers whose wines rarely make it beyond the region.
Our passion for wine led us to study for two years and gain our WSET Diplomas in Wine. But for us, wine is about much more than what's written on the label. It's about discovering vineyards, meeting the people who make the wine and finding those special bottles you might otherwise never come across.
Through our relationships with local producers, we'd love to share those discoveries with you - the wines, the people and the stories behind them.
Welcome to Va Va Vin
Discover. Taste. Enjoy.
Wine Tastings
Discover Bordeaux beyond the bottle.
Relaxed, informal tastings featuring wines from the vineyards around us — from small artisan producers to some of the better-known names of Bordeaux.
Discover the wines, the places they come from and the people who make them. No jargon, no pretension, just good wine, good conversation and the chance to discover something new.
Come and taste Bordeaux with us.
Wine Holidays
Experience Bordeaux from the inside.
Stay with us for a few days and explore the world of Bordeaux wine at a relaxed pace.
We'll take you beyond the tourist trail, with visits to vineyards and châteaux and the opportunity to meet the people behind the wines.
From famous Bordeaux names to small family-run domaines, discover the wines and places you might never find on your own.
Days of wine, food, friendship and French country life.
Our Featured Wines
Discover wines you might never find on your own.
There are hundreds of châteaux and domaines across Bordeaux and South-West France. Some are famous around the world; others are small artisan producers whose wines rarely make it beyond the region.
Through our relationships with local producers, we seek out wines that we genuinely love and bring their stories to you.
Discover bottles with a story and your next favourite wine.
Meet The Producers
Go beyond the bottle.
We love meeting the people who make the wines we discover — from passionate independent producers to some of the famous names of Bordeaux. Come and discover their vineyards, their stories and what makes their wines special.
More Than Wine...
Complement Your Wines Perfectly.
Here at Va-Va-Vin we also produce artisan laser engraved, wine related products. From wine mats to bespoke engraved wine and cheese pairing boards.
All unique products, designed and engraved here, on-site. For the wine lover in your life, discover the perfect present.
Discover your next unique gift.
Experience Life with Us
Wine, food, friendship and a little bit of French country life.
Stay with us in the heart of the Charente countryside and combine your holiday with a taste of the wine region on our doorstep.
Relax by the pool, explore the surrounding countryside, enjoy a tasting in our dedicated tasting room and let us introduce you to some of the producers and wines we love.
Slow down. Discover something new. Enjoy the French way of life.
