At a Glance

Autumn (2019)

Golden Hour Romance at Château Tour Saint Christophe Wedding

Bathed in golden summer light, Maja and Alex’s wedding at Château Tour Saint Christophe, a luxury vineyard wedding chateau near Bordeaux, captured the timeless charm of Saint-Émilion, a medieval town celebrated for its vineyards and easy elegance. Just outside Bordeaux, the intimate wedding location offered the couple’s international guests a perfect blend of culture, scenery, and world-class wine. For Maja and Alex, who had visited the region many times before, it was a place rich with personal meaning the site of their engagement and, ultimately, their vows. Planned with artistry by Alexandra of The Bijou Bride, an experienced destination wedding planner, the celebration unfolded across the rolling vineyards in a day filled with beauty, laughter, and understated sophistication.

Ceremony, Culture, and Golden Light

The ceremony took place among the vines, framed by the natural beauty of the Château Tour Saint Christophe estate. In a touching nod to their heritages, the couple incorporated a wine ceremony, blending bottles from their two cultures a gesture symbolic of unity and shared tradition. The day’s relaxed rhythm carried into the evening, where guests dined outdoors under soft light and the scent of summer air. The “golden hour” portraits by Sanshine Photography captured the couple’s laughter and ease, highlighting not only the romance of the setting but also the joy of two people completely at home in their surroundings.

Planned with Heart and Captured with Grace

Bringing their vision to life, Alexandra of The Bijou Bride designed a celebration that balanced modern refinement with the rustic warmth of the French countryside. Her approach focused on connection ensuring every detail reflected the couple’s personalities and their love of Saint-Émilion. The story was beautifully recorded by Sanshine Photography, among the most creative wedding photographers in South West France, whose luminous images distilled the emotion of the day. As the sun dipped behind the vineyards, Maja and Alex’s celebration became exactly what they had dreamed of: a wedding that felt personal, joyful, and authentically Frenchvan experience to treasure forever.