Top Lyon Wine Making Workshops

Lyon is said to be the gourmet capital of France, but travelers can feel overwhelmed when it comes to knowing where to eat or even what to eat and drink. Make sure you skip the tourist traps and book a tasting at a private salon with a French sommelier instead. Enjoy a curated selection of French wines, discovering varietals from smaller local winemakers around France, along with food pairings to complement the flavors.

On the way to the wine-tasting room, take several traboules (hidden passageways) and enjoy the beautiful architecture and history of Lyon Old town. Discover Lyon's wine regions through a wine-tasting of 5 wines in a private wine-tasting room. Learn about wine and food pairing along this Lyon wine-tasting session.

A unique guided tour to meet the wines and winemakers of the Rhone Valley North. I am Justine PONCET, founder of SUR LES SENTIERS DE L'OENOTOURISME. I am your local Guide, who knows the region well and will know all along the way how to tell you about the history, estates, wines and secrets of the Rhone Valley. You will make stops to enjoy the magnificent views from the coasts! You will discover the Syrah and Viognier grape variety as well as Marsanne and Roussanne. You will enjoy exceptional white wines and red wines. You will discover the most prestigious wines of the Rhone Valley such as AOP Côte-Rôtie, Hermitage or Condrieu. I drive you in my luxury vehicle and everything is planned so that you just go to enjoy your half day with us. I am here to share my knowledge, answer all your questions and accompany you so that you spend an unforgettable half day.

Delight your palate in the unique flavors of France’s Beaujolais wines on a small-group tour from Lyon. This half-day Rhone valley excursion is perfect for wine enthusiasts seeking a short but comprehensive tasting experience. After a scenic transfer from the city center, learn about the local wine-making process in the Golden Stones area. Later, sample several regional reds and whites at a wine estate.

This small-group e-bike tour shows you the best of Lyon and lets you cover more ground in less time than walking would. Hop on your bike and cruise past the old city center, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, the famous Fresque des Lyonnais (a celebrated mural), the gardens of the Musée des Confluences, the Saône river, and more. Your local guide has tales to entertain and educate you as you pedal.

Part of the Rhône Valley wine region, Côtes du Rhône produces some of the most renowned wines in France, most notably its full-bodied reds. On this tour, enjoy an intimate tasting experience at two wineries in the Hermitage, St Joseph, and Croze Hermitage appellations, meet the winemakers, and sample a variety of Côtes du Rhône wines.

On this half-day, wine-lovers tour from Lyon, you’ll follow the trail of Syrah and Viognier grapes through France’s northern Rhône wine region. Travel in a Standard Comfort, WIFI-equipped minibus to the celebrated wines’ original terroir. Visit the wine cellar of a scenic local estate in the Rhône Valley, stroll through panoramic vineyards in the village of Ampuis, and visit an exclusive winery in the Condrieu.

Take off from Lyon and make your way to the beautiful southern Beaujolais region. First, journey into a vaulted cellar for an introduction to wine tasting with two distinct wines and a local pastry. Then, pass by the 12th-century village, Oingt, to see its medieval monuments, and end your tour at a winemaker’s estate with more tastings.

Experience beaujolais on this half day wine tasting tour, where you’ll pass through villages that have produced wonderful wines, like Morgon, Julienas, and Fleurie. Your driver guide will tell you all about the region’s wines and their production. You’ll also meet a winemaker at his property and have the opportunity to taste 17 different wines. Your driver will take you everywhere so you don't need to worry about logistics.

Learn about Lyon through its music and wine, on this small-group city tour. Ideal for creative souls who want to discover Lyon’s architecture, culture, and wine, the experience is made up of a tour around the Croix-Rousse neighborhood. You’ll hear its history from a guide, listen to playlists, learn about the Opera National di Lyon, and finish on a high note with a cellar wine tasting.

The fertile vineyards around Lyon are widely considered to produce France’s finest wines, but knowing where to find the best of them requires local knowledge. On this tour, spin through the Lyon countryside by air-conditioned minivan with your guide, and visit two of the family-run wine estates for which the Beaujolais region is famous. You’ll explore the cellars and vineyards, with tasting sessions along the way.

Delve into the exquisite world of French gastronomy with a 2,5 hour wine and cheese tasting in a historic apartment in Lyon’s Old Town. Under the guidance of a professional sommelier, savor five carefully selected wines paired with five regional cheeses. This intimate experience offers insights into the art of pairing, complemented by a brief walking tour through hidden traboules—secret passageways unique to Lyon. Ideal for food enthusiasts and small groups, this unique tasting journey provides a delightful introduction to the flavors of the region. - 2-hour guided tasting experience with a professional sommelier - Sample 6 regional wines and cheeses in a 17th-century apartment - Includes a short walking tour of Lyon’s Old Town and hidden traboules - Maximum group size of 12 for a personalized experience

Native from Condrieu, more than 20 years of experience in the wine industry, Burgundy Bachelor of Winemaking and Wine Business since 2007. I made wine in Rhône, Burgundy, California (Paso Robles), New Zealand, Australia and South Africa. Wine is not my hobby...It's my reason to live! Since 2021 I own my Wine Bar and Wine shop in Condrieu, I have more than 800 different labels and I'm able to ship every labels you want anywhere in the world. If you're looking for a wine expert to improve your wine knowledge, find out what's not in the wine books, get a real introduction to the Rhône Valley... Don't hesitate! Just contact me!

Spend an afternoon sampling delicious Beaujolais in the Crus wine region. Ride by striking scenery like the Mont Brouilly volcano and charming towns like Régnié, Morgon, and Fleurie. Take in views of the region from La Madone Chapel, then head to a family winery to learn about wine production and sample different wines. Visit a larger Chateau for an atmospheric tasting in a cellar filled with oak barrels.

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