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Châteauneuf du Pape intensive vineyard & fine wine experience, the best of the Rhône valley wines and history & origin of the appellation
Tour summary
If your a lover of fine wines & want to experience a special day visiting some of the best vineyards of Châteauneuf du Pape, including Château Fortia who's history dates back to the 17th century and in the 19th century under the ownership of Baron Le Roy, created France's first AOC (Appellation d'Origine Contrôlée) it's the world standard for wine. Time to stop for lunch in the adorable French restaurant in the village. Châteauneuf du Pape is the heart of a region full of history, culture and joie de vivre. At the summit stands the ruined château built by the popes in 14th century as a summer residence to escape the city heat of Avignon. The popes planted the town's first vineyards. During the afternoon a visit to two very different vineyards - first a winemaker with a 8ha vineyard based exclusively on the appellation & second a family estate owned by six generations of wine producers including Lirac & Gigondas. An introduction to the iconic Châteauneuf du Pape wines that produce wine where tradition is enhanced by modernism & excellence, and tasting of course. This is an exceptional day out with quite a few surprises along the way. On the way back a stop-off to visit a local artisan chocolate maker.
Tour itinerary
We will arrive to collect you from your hotel, Chambre d'hôte, villa or apartment.
We leave by car arriving in the village of Châteauneuf du Pape. Morning visit to a winery then a short drive to the village for lunch. The morning visit takes up most of the morning focussing on the history of the vineyard, the cellars and production of the wines and a tasting of their red and white AOP wines. After lunch a visit to the castle ruins and old village of Châteauneuf du Pape before visiting two other wineries for tastings to learn about the vine and production of wines in this outstanding region.
During the day you will visit three exceptional vineyards, visit the cellars, learn about their individual history and enjoy a tasting of the excellent wines. From here return to your hotel or villa with a short stop-off at a local chocolate maker.
Tour schedule
The total duration of the tour is 8 hours, assuming pick-up in Avignon, Aix-en-Provence or Marseille. There is a scheduled break for lunch, price not included.
What's included
Pick-up & drop-off at your hotel in Aix-en-Provence, Avignon or Marseille. If you staying elsewhere we can coordinate a pick-up from your address. (There may be a supplement payable)
Travel & admission to all the sites and destinations proposed including wine tasting at three vineyards. Dedicated guide/driver to/from your hotel address. Air-conditioned SUV vehicle with phone chargers and bottled water throughout the day. Refreshments, snacks & lunch not included.
Language: English & French
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