Day trips & excursions
Toute la Provence | Terroir & Gastronomie | Cours d’œnologie

Oeno-touristic circuit in the Rhône valley

From 145 €
par personne
Description

The AOC Côtes du Rhône, Côtes du Ventoux and Châteauneuf du Pape will no longer hold any mystery for you !

 

A true moment of pleasure for lovers of wines with a distinct character

Program / Schedule of the day

 

You will begin the day with a panoramic tour at the foot of the Mont Ventoux, through  the vines bearing the “appellation Ventoux”.

 

You will visit t a “cave” and its fermentation chamber.

 

Your five senses will then be in play during the various tasting steps. 

You will develop your knowledge of wine tasting techniques.

Our guide will instruct you in the techniques that are “key” to enjoying wines in order to recognize the aromas and interpret the tastes on your tongue.

 

You will taste 5 wines: 1 white, 1 rosé and 3 reds + olive oil produced on-site.

 

You will then head in the direction of Beaumes de Venise for some free time.

You will stroll through the authentic small streets of the village.

Lunch break possible (not included)

 

The afternoon will give you the opportunity to put your knowledge into practice!

 

Direction of the rhone valley.

During the visit of two domains, we will explain to you the various “appellations”, domaines and “terroirs”.

 

-          The first stop in the afternoon will be in tavel

a mixture of slate, cobbles, sand and stones create this unique rosé.

This rosé is ideal to consume in summer, around flavorful black olives and slices of bread spread with fresh goat cheese.

 

-          And to end this promenade, a last tasting is offered at Chateauneuf du Pape.

The village has the reputation of producing the best wines of the Rhône Valley.

A visit to an exceptional domain is offered. You will taste red wines with character.

We recommend wearing comfortable walking shoes.

Useful informations

A travel notebook will be given to you to indicate where and when to meet.

Public: General public

Level: all levels

Minimum number of participants: 2

Duration:

From April 1st to October 31st 10 hours from 9 :00 a.m. to  7:00 p.m., Tuesday and Friday. 

Car seat or booster available for free upon request.

Valid

Year round

Exception: May 1st, December 25th and January 1st

Optionally

Option of making a reservation in a carefully selected restaurant with local cuisine for an extra fee.

 

Picnic baskets are also available.

(Consult us for rates)

Situation

This theme day takes place in the very heart of the Rhône Valley

 

To obtain more information on the Rhône Valley click here

Summary

Accommodation

Not included

 

You may reserve the lodging of your choice in the vacation rental columns, hotels and B&Bs.

Restoration

Not included

 

Organization of lunch at a restaurant or a picnic basket.

(Consult us for rates)

Supervised

Private driver

 

He will accompany you in an air-conditioned minibus for 8 people.

This price includes

Transportation in an air-conditioned minibus for 8 people with driver/guide.

The wine tastings mentioned in the description.

This price does not include

Lodging

Personal expenditures

Meals and drinks.