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From its home in the heart of Bordeaux, Saint-James is the ideal starting point for exploring one of the oldest and most prestigious wine-making areas in the world. Taste the diversity of the vast terroir of Gironde, made up of six wine regions with distinct attributes. With the opportunity to visit wine estates in Bordeaux, Saint-Emilion, Médoc, Blaye, Graves, Sauternes and Entre-Deux-Mers, and to familiarize yourself with the subtleties of each appellation, you will be spoiled for choice.

Dive into the heart of Bordeaux’s vineyards

Gastronomy, some say, is the art of sharing. That’s why our chefs are so keen to share their passion for the region and its produce with amateur cooks, young and old, beginner or experienced. To embark on a culinary odyssey or explore a classic from French cooking, join Côté Cours, the cooking workshops led by the Saint-James team. Discover trade secrets and useful techniques from professionals, and give free rein to your talent in a friendly and empowering setting.

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The estate contains a genuine treasure: an organic vineyard of some 13 acres/5 hectares, exclusively composed of Merlot. With some 950 vines that produce between 400 and 600 bottles per year, this is a producer that’s small in size, but big in reputation. Renowned oenologist Stéphane Derenecourt oversees the cultivation, vinification and harvest of the House vintage. Served exclusively in the hotel bar and restaurant, it perfectly complements the carefully conceived dishes on the menu.

Taste the Wine of the Saint-James estate

"The values that are most important to my work are respecting my region's products and its gastronomic traditions. I update traditional dishes to create lighter, simpler versions of them. This sincere, generous, gourmet cuisine is built on sharing and enjoyment, and it features fresh, zesty flavours."

Le Saint-James Bouliac Restaurant

In the heart of the charming village of Bouliac, Café de l'Espérance is a genuinely convivial destination. The restaurant offers a ‘bistronomic’ experience–that’s gourmet food, served in a relaxed atmosphere– that celebrates flavorful, authentic French cuisine. Thanks to an attentive team and a warm welcome, each meal is transformed into a culinary adventure.

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The Saint-James occupies buildings designed in 1989 by the famous architect Jean Nouvel. They nestle in the delightful little village of Bouliac, in a garden fragrant with lemon trees and antique roses. Inspired by the old tobacco drying lofts, four pavilions, linked by a gallery, create a modern pure space. Far away, you can see the Landes of Gascogne forest, the biggest collection of maritime pines in Europe. The gourmet cuisine is one of the major attractions of the Saint James: the chef serves cuisine which is full of flavour and based on local market ingredients, rounded off by the selection of wines from an outstanding cellar and panoramic views of Bordeaux.

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What better way to enjoy a view of Bordeaux than from among 950 grapevines and four buildings designed by Jean Nouvel and inspired by tobacco-drying sheds? The hotel's 25-metre black swimming pool is a true haven of peace where you may luxuriate and relax. Make this hiatus exceptional by ordering a glass of Lillet, an aperitif typical of the Bordeaux region, and a snack prepared by our star-rated Chef, Nicolas Magie. The Saint-James is known to locals as Le Balcon de Bordeaux ('The Balcony of Bordeaux'). Come discover why the name is so very fitting!

A swimming pool among the vineyards

Whether you're a motorcycle enthusiast or just fancy the idea of being a biker for a day, this suite is for you! With a surface area of 45 m², a Harley Davidson provides the decor. The panoramic views of Bordeaux and its vineyards from the private terrace make this amazing suite even more perfect.   

Harley Davidson suite: get your motor running!

Be surprised. Everything you think you know about hotels vanishes into thin air as soon as you step through the door.
Starting with the bar, which is home to some great design classics: chairs and sofas by Verner Panton and Charles Eames....Not forgetting the stunning Bergère Louise Crusoé chair, designed by Bleu-Nature, like a nest perched in the trees.
When it comes to the rooms, the famous architect Jean Nouvel chose to highlight white, a symbol of purity and simplicity. The windows are stripped down, adorned only by the views they offer of nature. The bed treats you to a breathtaking spectacle. And for good reason: they change height from one room to the next, offering you uninterrupted views out over the vines once you lie down. Sleeping at the Saint-James is quite an experience!

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As soon as it opened, the Saint-James began to focus on culture, arts, architecture and design. With the choice of Jean Nouvel as its architect, of course. But also by commissioning the sculptor César to inaugurate the first sixteen 100-square-metre plots of vines planted on the hotel’s grounds in 1989. Then, over the years, the gallery that links the 18th-century farmhouse to the pavilions has been transformed and converted into a space dedicated to the arts. Multiple exhibitions of paintings, sculptures and photographs are held here every year.

An insight into food culture

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A ten-day trip along the Atlantic coast means treating yourself to a city break exploring the streets of Bordeaux and moments of celebration and pure adrenaline on the beaches of the Basque Country. Because behind the vineyards and pine forests, the ocean waves offer a unique playground for surfers... <a href="https://www.relaischateaux.com/us/destinations/routes-du-bonheur/from-bordeaux-to-the-basque-country-city-surf-and-sun" target="_new">See the itinerary</a>

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From Bordeaux to Mercues via Limoges, this week-long trip explores a heritage where nature sets the tone. Vineyards, maritime pines, endless meadows, valleys with lazily flowing rivers, and thousand-year-old caves: the landscapes of the Southwest offer a wealth of riches and emotions... <a href="https://www.relaischateaux.com/us/destinations/routes-du-bonheur/from-bordeaux-to-the-lot-emphasis-on-culture-and-nature" target="_new">See the itinerary</a>

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Is one week enough to discover the diversity of the vineyards of Bordeaux and Cognaçais? Maybe not, but it will delight the senses of all oenologists and wine enthusiasts. Because here, before tasting the great vintages, we take the time to contemplate their terroir... <a href="https://www.relaischateaux.com/us/destinations/routes-du-bonheur/through-the-vineyards-of-bordeaux-and-new-aquitaine" target="_new">See the itinerary</a>

Itinerary - Through the vineyards of Bordeaux and New Aquitaine

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In 2024, Relais & Châteaux not only celebrates its 70th anniversary as an Association, but the inauguration of its first Route du Bonheur (Road of Happiness).

Le Saint-James Bouliac Restaurant

Chef Mathieu Martin

1 Michelin Star 2024

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