Bordeaux is often considered the centre of the wine trade and home to some of the world's finest wines, but traditionally Bordeaux has not had the best reputation for welcoming visitors. However, things are changing very fast, and now, more and more châteaux are opening their doors to wine tourists – some with the complete razzmatazz of horse-rides through the vineyards and luxury bedrooms to stay in; others simply offering a warm welcome to taste their wines.