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Overview
Brouilly, Morgon, Chiroubles, Fleurie, Moulin-a-Vent, Juliénas, etc. Welcome to the Northern Beaujolais Region where the elite Gamay wines called "crus" are produced! Along this wine tour, as you drive through charming towns with beautiful castles, let us introduce you to some of the most renowned Beaujolais wines at a small family winery & in the magnificent cellar of a Chateau Estate:
Redemption Instructions
Personalised Tour of 8 guests maximum from 2:00 pm to 6:30 pm. Wine-tasting and visits are included. Comfortable minibus with air-conditioning. Walking shoes & warm jacket recommended. Guided tour in English & French. Tour departure is from the building of Lyon Office de Tourisme located on Bellecour Square (50 metres in front of Le Royal Hotel). Customers must join the Meeting Point 10 minutes before tour departure that is at 1:50 pm (10 minutes before 2:00 pm). To access Bellecour Square, you can take Metro Line A or D - Station Place Bellecour or a Bus. In case you are late and you won't be on time at the Meeting Point for departure, please contact as soon as possible Kanpai at +33 (0)6 84 52 14 99.
Language Offered
English-GUIDE
French-GUIDE
Itinerary
1. At 1:50 pm, our guide English Speaking guide will meet you in front of Lyon Office de Tourisme building located on Bellecour Square (50 m opposite Le Royal Hotel). After a short walk, participants will get on the 8 seaters minivan to begin the wine to the Northern Beaujolais.
2. Start the journey travelling on the beautiful Beaujolais "Route des Vins" and with your guide learn about the "terroir" (french philosphy for wine) and the different characteristics of the Beaujolais "crus" wines appellations. Pass the Mont Brouilly, a strikingly beautiful dormant volcano covered by secular vineyards.
3. At 3:15 pm, push the door of a small family winery, meet a passionate wine-maker and learn the different steps of the unique wine making process of Beaujolais called "semi-carbonic" maceration. Then, go to the nicely decorated caveau (wine-tasting room) to enjoy several crus Beaujolais wines from different vintages.
4. Then, cross Morgon and travel to La Madone Chapel in Fleurie town to enjoy a breathtaking panaroma of the Beaujolais wine region: on clear days, you may have the chance to see the Alps and the Mount Blanc!
5. Travel again on the Beaujolais wine road, pass Moulin-à-Vent and then reach Chénas town to discover the amazing cellar of a Chateau Wine Estate full of oak barrels. It is time to savor beautiful Crus wines as your guide describe them and tell you about their aromas, balance and complexity ... Just unforgettable!
6. At 6:30 pm, your guide will drop you off at Lyon Office de Tourism Building, at Bellecour Square. A must do wine tour!
Inclusion
Wine tasting included (9/10 wines)
Guiding in English and French language.
Expert guide in wine and Lyon region.
High Comfort 8-seaters minibus with air-conditionning
Exclusion
-
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
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
Reviews
4.9
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
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