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Sarah and Joe — Chateau Rigaud, France

There cannot be many places on this planet as amazing and unique as Chateau Rigaud. Set in award-winning vineyards and stunning grounds, this venue is so romantic and beautifully set out. Beziique destination wedding photographers had the pleasure of shooting Sarah and Joe's amazing wedding day at this gorgeous venue, steeped in history and authentic charm.

Aerial view of vineyards, woodland and the Chateau Rigaud estate near Bordeaux, France

A French chateau in Bordeaux

Bride with a dried-flower bouquet by a vintage convertible, groom leaning beside a motorbike, Liopetro

Jade and Ian kissing in the illuminated doorway of Hedsor House after dark

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Double-exposure portrait of a couple over their silhouettes at sunset, Wokefield Park

Bride and groom laughing through a shower of confetti at Liopetro, Kouklia

Couple framed in a lit doorway beneath a starry sky and golden bokeh at Liopetro

Charlene and Ben dancing on a grassy country lane at Liopetro, Kouklia

Couple silhouetted with a long flowing veil against a vivid sunset at Alassos

Panoramic aerial view of the vineyards around Chateau Rigaud, Bordeaux

The venue

The venue itself is five-star and luxurious. The ceremony venue is rustic and very quaint — a visual feast for the eyes, and the perfect setting for an elegant French-styled wedding. The deep blue skies are intense, the smell of flowers in the air is intoxicating and the food is delicious. The staff at the venue are super friendly and welcoming, making time spent there even more amazing. They made us feel like part of the family — so much so that we were invited the day before to meet the team and be shown around.

Grapevines, blue skies and a gorgeous venue

Sarah and Joe chose this venue for a reason and we can so clearly see why. The light and ambience here in Bordeaux are amazing for wedding photographers, and there are lots of hidden corners of the venue perfect to have pictures taken or just to sit and relax, taking in all the beauty.

The reception

The evening reception was held at the delightful barn in the grounds of Chateau Rigaud. The decorations were beautiful and candlelight created a gorgeous ambient glow during the wedding breakfast.

After dinner, instead of cutting a traditional wedding cake, Sarah and Joe had a Croquembouche — a tower of profiteroles covered in spun sugar. This is not a cake to cut but to smash, and Sarah and Joe used a vintage bottle of French champagne. The evening was completed to perfection with the amazing Bright Lights band, who gave first-class entertainment and lighting. We really did not wish to leave at the end of this amazing day.

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Venue: Chateau Rigaud
Band: Bright Lights

A special thank you to Emma and the venue staff for making us feel so at home and making sure the day ran like a dream.

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