Hi! I'm Nicole!
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Château Gassies, one of the most historic wedding venues in Bordeaux, is where Alexa and Kyle tied the knot in 2025. After seeing these stunning photos, you’ll understand why it’s one of our favorite wedding locations in the Bordeaux region of France. Located in Latresne, this château boasts everything from Michelin-rated meals to private wine […]
There are so many stunning wedding venues in France. Seriously, there are hundreds of them. Beautiful places from the Riviera to the French wine country to Paris, and everywhere in between. And you truly can’t go wrong at any of them. But if your vibe is French countryside — and particularly the French wine country […]
It’s hard to find a wedding venue in France that doesn’t have charm and romance built right in. But the appeal of a French wedding château is truly next level. The charming grounds and centuries-old facade, the intimate indoor spaces and sprawling outdoor, and the benefit of having all your friends and family in the […]
Imagine a destination wedding in France with all your favorite people right there with you. Now imagine the part of France you’re getting married in is the famous Bordeaux region, and your actual wedding is taking place at a château right in the heart of Bordeaux vineyards. If you’re thinking that sounds absolutely perfect, and […]
It’s hard to imagine a France wedding location that could be much more romantic than a stunning (and impeccably maintained) centuries-old château in the heart of western France, right? You can close your eyes and imagine it now. A perfect spring day with sunlight filtering through the ancient trees. Your loved ones gathered from across […]
Beth and George share a love story that stretches from New York to London. It takes us to a riverside wedding in France! This beautiful couple met in New York. They now live in London and planned a spectacular wedding in France, thanks to the help of our team at Pétillante Weddings. Creating a guest […]
Lauren and Richie’s wedding party in Bordeaux was an elegant yet lively wedding weekend! They kicked off their wedding events with a welcome party for their guests. Let’s set the tone: it’s a mild October evening and people were out and about in Bordeaux. This made the party feel even bigger – it’s almost like […]
Alexandra & Thomas’s wedding exemplified timeless elegance and opulence at the extraordinary Château Gassies. Details like the assortment of white flowers throughout their ceremony and reception, down to the tiny but important finishing touches to follow, made their wedding personalized, luxurious, sophisticated and chic! If you’re looking to get married at Château Gassies, learn why […]
