Cadiot-Badie has made chocolates in Bordeaux since 1826, working from its shop on the allees de Tourny with hand-decorated boxes and house pralines. The maison produces its own bonbons, guinettes and seasonal moulded figures.
Best for Hand-decorated chocolate boxes, house pralines, and guinettes since 1826 in Bordeaux
A chocolatier and confiseur on cours Georges Clemenceau since 1893, Saunion is classified an Entreprise du Patrimoine Vivant for its handmade work. It is known for guinettes, kirsch-soaked cherries enrobed in dark chocolate, made on the premises.
Best for Handmade Bordeaux chocolates and guinettes
Founded in 1915, La Maison Darricau makes chocolates and confectionery in Bordeaux, among them guinettes and almond-and-hazelnut specialities. The family firm still produces its range and sells it through its city boutiques.