Private Beaujolais wine tour
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The day begins around 9.00am at your hotel, and we'll be travelling to the Beaujolais region to meet two wineries in the morning, where we'll visit the vines, the cellars and taste the wines (including 20th-century wine). At around 1 o'clock in the afternoon, we'll head to a magnificent spot in the heights of the Beaujolais region for a picnic. This moment will be dedicated to a tasting of wines from the 1960s to the present day, to cover the spectrum of the Gamay grape variety through time. The wines will be accompanied by a dozen cheeses and seasonal gourmet products. Last tasting of the day after lunch and before returning to Lyon. As a wine merchant, WSET3 graduate, I'll be joining you on the day to talk about French wine and its specific characteristics. A private chauffeur will drive us throughout the day. Tesla or Mercedes Class E for couples and Mercedes Class V Van for party of 3 or more. Wines can be bought and shipped to your home. Hugo from JEANGUYOT Wine Agency8 hours to 9 hours
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Availability and Prices
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts (local time)
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Adult : 1
Inclusions & Exclusions
Transportation amenities : Private transportation. Private transportation
Food and drink : Lunch. We'll introduce you to a dozen French cheeses and MOF products, and adapt our menus to suit the seasons.
Food and drink : Alcoholic beverages. Between 15-20 different wines will be tasted during the day.
Transportation amenities : In-vehicle air conditioning. Air-conditioned vehicle
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Fleurie
Fleurie, FranceFirst visit of the day to a Beaujolais winery.
We make sure to choose a biodynamic, natural wine estate to start the day so that you can meet the current dynamics of Beaujolais, the new generation.
The site is located in the heart of the 10 regional crus, including Fleurie, Morgon, Brouilly and Julienas
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We'll spend around an hour with the winery, learning about its history and wines.
Around 6 wines will be tasted, including an old vintage.1 hour 15 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView Location2
Villie-Morgon
Villie-Morgon, FranceSecond visit of the day to a Beaujolais winery.
For this second visit, we're opting for a winery that works the vines and vinification as it did in the 1970s and 1980s. This will give you an insight into the differences between the successive generations in the Beaujolais region.
The site is located in the heart of the 10 regional crus, including Fleurie, Morgon, Brouilly and Julienas
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We'll spend around an hour with the winery, learning about its history and wines.
Around 6 wines will be tasted, including an old vintage.1 hour 15 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView Location3
Mont Brouilly
Saint-Lager, France, 69220It is a viewpoint at the top of a mountain, Mont Brouilly, which produces the Côte-de-Brouilly and Brouilly wines. It's a great way to understand why the Beaujolais terroirs are a UNESCO World Heritage Site.30 minutes • Admission Ticket IncludedView Location4
Chateau de Montmelas
Chateau de Montmelas, , Montmelas-Saint-Sorlin, France, 69640The final stage of the day. We'll be heading to the Château de Montmelas, built in the 13th century, for a private masterclass lunch that will take place throughout the afternoon.
On arrival, the Château's owner will give you a short guided tour of the Château and provide you with information about historic Beaujolais.
Depending on the weather, we'll spend the afternoon either in the gardens, which offer a royal view of the region, or in the historic salons by the open fires.
This will be an opportunity to taste wines from the 1930s to the present day, and to discover a dozen cheeses and seasonal gourmet products.
We want to offer you a unique, sensory experience, because we're convinced that emotions flow from a moment that stimulates all the senses.3 hours • Admission Ticket IncludedView LocationMeeting and Pickup
Pickup details
Tour operator will pick up all customers from their respective locations- Travelers can choose a custom pickup or meeting location.
- We'll pick you up and drop you off at the address you specified when booking. We usually leave your hotel for the Beaujolais around 8.30 or 9.00 am, but later departures are possible.
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Additional Information
- Service animals allowed
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Language And Guide
Tour Guide Available In
- Norwegian
- Arabic
- German
- Vietnamese
- Russian
- Korean
- Japanese
- English
- Chinese Simplified
- Italian
- French
- Spanish
Ticket Details
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- One per booking
Ticket Redemption
No redemption point. This is a direct entry ticketCancellation & Refunds
Cancellable up to 24 hours before the travel date (local supplier time) for a full refund. A 100% cancellation penalty applies for cancellations submitted less than 24 hours before the start time.- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Cancel at least 1 day before activity starts in Europe/Paris time to receive 100% refund.
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