Les doux secrets d'Hélène, Wine shop and tavern in Bordeaux, France.
Les doux secrets d'Hélène is a wine shop and tasting bar in Bordeaux that merges retail and sampling in a single space. The venue stocks approximately 80 wines on its shelves while offering a sitting area where visitors can taste selections alongside fresh, homemade dishes prepared in-house.
The founder, Hélène Orhon, previously worked as a sommelier at the acclaimed Pressoir d'Argent restaurant in Bordeaux. She opened this venue to share her professional knowledge with customers at all experience levels.
The name reflects the owner's passion for sharing wine discoveries with visitors in an approachable way. The space feels personal and welcoming, treating wine as something to enjoy together rather than as an exclusive pursuit.
The venue is located on rue Neuve and operates from Tuesday through Sunday, opening at 6 PM with extended evening hours on weekends. Visitors can browse and purchase bottles, then stay to taste wines with food, so planning for a relaxed visit works well.
The shop offers monthly wine subscriptions that connect visitors directly with regional producers and introduce them to local winemaking traditions. This allows guests to build an ongoing relationship with different wines and the people who make them.
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