Sancerre Private Wine Day Tour from Paris with Tastings and Lunch
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Embark on an exclusive Sancerre private wine day tour from Paris and be transported to a world of exceptional wines and picturesque villages. Your wine lover team has meticulously planned this day to introduce you to the unique aspects of the Sancerre region. Your guide will pick you up in the morning from your hotel, offering buttery croissants during the drive to Sancerre. As you travel through the beautiful countryside, your wine-expert guide will share insights about the vineyards.Your first stop is a vineyard, where you'll learn the basics of Sancerre wine and its rich history. Discover the differences between the Terres Blanches, Calcaires, and Silex terroirs, and taste wines that exemplify these characteristics. Before lunch, enjoy a magnificent view of the Sancerre vineyards and learn about the viticulture process. Then, arrive at a family-run winery for a traditional French lunch featuring local specialities like Crottin de Chavignol, perfectly paired with wine. This immersive experience will deepen your appreciation for the winemaker’s craft.Next, visit an intimate vineyard to explore the vinification, barrel, and storage cellars. Taste wines from nearby appellations such as Pouilly-Fumé, Côteau-du-Giennois, and Menetou-Salon, and notice how they differ from Sancerre wines. Your guide will safely return you to Paris, leaving you with unforgettable memories of your day in the Sancerre region. You’ll be dropped at your hotel.
Highlights
- Learn all about Sancerre's specificities
- Enjoy a gourmet lunch paired with regional wines
- Taste more than 10 different wines during your tour
- Admire splendid views over the vineyards and the picturesque villages of the region
- Visit at least two emblematic wineries and their cellars
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Facilities
Free cancellation
mobile
11 hours
Available in English
What's included
- Entrance fees
- Breakfast
- Guided tour
- Water
- Wine tasting
- Private transportation
- Private tour
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off
- 3-course lunch
Where you'll meet
You'll be picked up at your hotel or flat in Paris. Just send the local operator a message with your address. Pick-up time is between 7 and 8am. You'll know the exact time the day before your visit.
Operated by
Wine Passport
Important information
Not allowed:
* Children under 3 years of age
Accessibility:
* Some visits include a lot of stairs and no lift to access the underground galleries
Know in advance:
* Please note that the schedule and the wineries visited are subject to minor changes depending on the season and on supplier availability
* Please advise any specific dietary requirements at the time of the booking
Remember to bring:
* Wine cellars are usually quite cold and damp (10 °C). Do not forget to bring warm clothes with you