The Harvest Food Festival returns in 2025
The gastronomic and winemaking excellence of the Médoc region will converge in Saint-Julien for the fourth edition of the Harvest Food Festival (Food Festival des Vendanges), which will be held on Saturday, October 18 and Sunday, October 19, 2025 at the prestigious Château Ducru-Beaucaillou.
This unique event celebrates the harvest and French savoir-faire, welcoming lovers of wine, gastronomy, and local traditions. For two days, the château opens its doors to exclusive experiences: wine masterclasses, cooking workshops with food and wine pairings, country banquets, brunches, equestrian shows, and workshops on cooperage, beekeeping, and sheepdog training.
The festival will be hosted by Sud Radio, alongside the event’s sponsor, Vincent Ferniot, food journalist and television personality, who hosts live broadcasts and his popular show Ferniot does the market (Ferniot fait le marché).
Saturday, October 18: Immersion in the Ducru-Beaucaillou terroir
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Wine masterclass led by the château’s oenologists
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Cooking Competition judged by chefs and sommeliers
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Harvest Banquet showcasing local produce and the estate’s wines
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Workshops and Meetings with Coopers, beekeepers, and shepherds
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Children’s area and musical entertainment
Sunday, October 19: Brunch & Gourmet Discoveries
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Cooking and Tasting Masterclass to Enhance Ducru-Beaucaillou Wines
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Gourmet Brunch by Humblot Traiteur
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Lectures and round tables on local produce, traditions, and livestock farming
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Activities for the whole family: horse-drawn carriage rides, horse shows, and children’s workshops
Practical information
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Dates: October 18-19, 2025, from 9:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.
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Location: Château Ducru-Beaucaillou, 33250 Saint-Julien-Beychevelle
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Access: Free shuttles from Bordeaux (reservation required), free parking on site
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Prices: Day pass from €15 to €85 (free for children under 12, excluding certain activities such as the banquet)
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Boocking: www.ducrubeaucaillou.com
Château Ducru-Beaucaillou
It is a prestigious Bordeaux wine estate located in the Saint-Julien appellation. Its history dates back to the early 18th century, around 1720, and it owes its name to the “beautiful stones” (beaucaillou) characteristic of its terroir. Classified as a Deuxième Cru in the renowned 1855 Bordeaux Wine Classification, it produces wines renowned for their elegance, depth, and complexity.
The estate has been owned by the Borie family since 1942, with a steadfast commitment to quality and excellence. The château’s vineyards are primarily planted with Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot, with the terroir’s gravelly soil ensuring optimal drainage and good heat retention for the vines. The wine cellar is exceptionally well-appointed directly beneath the Victorian-style château.