Riddling by hand at Champagne Michel Tixier
At small producer Champagne Michel Tixier in Chigny-les-Roses in Montagne de Reims, the riddling is made by hand.
April 26, 2026
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Great visit to Champgne Rutat, a grower champagne in Vertus
Champagne Rutat in Vertus in Côte des Blancs is managed by brothers Flavien and Baptiste. A visit here is always very informative. Flavien showed us the winter pruning – here they use the chablis pruning
April 24, 2026
Reims, the Champagne capital, with its magnificent cathedral
When in Reims, don't miss the cathedral, a masterpiece and a part of French history. Tomorrow we start our wine tour.
April 22, 2026
Lunch at Winery Restaurant Prosper in Burgundy village of Saint Aubin
Lunch in gorgeous spring weather at Restaurant Prosper in pretty Burgundy village of Saint Aubin. Restaurant is owned by producer Prosper Maufoux and our view from the terrace was their vineyard Saint Aubin 1er Cru
April 21, 2026
Bordeaux, September 13-19, 2026
Bordeaux: a classic wine tour destination with luxurious châteaux and ambitious winemakers — Bordeaux is home to world-famous châteaux and world-class wines, but it’s also home to some exciting new initiatives, important for the future
April 20, 2026
Burgundy and Champagne, September 23 – October 1, 2026
The Grand French Wine tour to Burgundy and Champagne: exclusive wines, world-class gastronomy, world-famous wine villages Experience two of France’s most prestigious wine regions on the same tour — On this 9-day wine tour, you will
April 19, 2026
Chile and Argentina, January 11-24, 2027
South America: a unique wine tour of Chile and Argentina — Join us on a fantastic voyage of discovery in the vineyards of Chile and Argentina, including a breath-taking trip over the Andes. Set on
April 18, 2026
South Africa, February 14-24, 2027
Come with us to meet South Africa’s ambitious, talented winemakers — In the last twenty years South Africa’s wine industry has gone through a revolution, and today the country is a major producer of quality
April 17, 2026
New Zealand, March 10-25, 2027
The magnificent discovery and exploration wine tour of New Zealand — Come to New Zealand with us and enjoy a truly memorable wine adventure in the southern hemisphere. It’s a long flight to get to
April 16, 2026
The Best of Burgundy and Champagne on this wine tour
This nine‑day journey takes you into the heart of two of France’s most iconic wine regions. First is Burgundy, celebrated worldwide for its refined, expressive pinot noir and chardonnay. Then comes Champagne, the legendary birthplace
February 7, 2026
Bordeaux: Majestic châteaux to modest family estates | wine tour
Bordeaux is both the name of an elegant city on the Garonne River and one of the world’s most prestigious wine regions. Here, magnificent wine châteaux coexist with far more down‑to‑earth estates. The region is
January 28, 2026
Spectacular tours to four wine countries in the southern hemisphere | wine tours
It is different to go on a wine tour in the southern hemisphere. For travellers from the northern hemisphere, there is nothing quite like escaping winter to bask in summer sunshine, enjoy the hotel pool
January 27, 2026
Burgundy and the Rhône Valley Wine Tour
The Grand French Wine tour to Burgundy and the Rhône Valley: exclusive wines, world-class gastronomy, world-famous wine villages Experience two of France’s most prestigious wine regions on the same tour — On this 9-day wine tour,
January 6, 2026
Bordeaux, a region filled with history but surprisingly modern wines | wine tour
What is happening today in France’s most legendary wine region? Join us on a tour through Bordeaux, a region where tradition today meets innovation. Your days will be filled with unforgettable château lunches and exclusive
December 27, 2025
From Burgundy to the Rhone Valley: world-famous French wines and villages | wine tour
Our tour begins in Burgundy, a region renowned for its exceptional wines, beautiful vineyards, and world-famous villages, including Gevrey-Chambertin, Meursault, and Vosne-Romanée. We’ll stay for four nights in Beaune, a town with a cosy, small-town
October 29, 2025
New Zealand, the world’s most famous sauvignon blanc and much more | wine tour
New Zealand may be small, but it’s a giant in the wine world. It has almost as much sauvignon blanc planted as France. In New Zealand, it is grown primarily in Marlborough. It gives crisp
September 13, 2025
Discover the prestigious wine region of Bordeaux | wine tour
Two last-minute places available due to late cancellation. Book now! If you hurry, you can still register for our Bordeaux tour, which starts at the end of September. Over five days, you will discover prestigious
September 2, 2025
South African wines, landscapes, food, and people impress | wine tour
In South Africa you will discover some excellent wines but also fascinating landscapes and a delicious cuisine with influences from different part of the world. Cape Malay curries are worth trying more than once. More
August 30, 2025
Two neighbouring South American countries with many differences | wine tour in Chile and Argentina
Although Chile and Argentina are geographical neighbours, these two wine giants offer distinct identities. Both their cultural differences and the different growing conditions are evident in the glass. The countries lie on opposite sides of
August 26, 2025
Bordeaux, chateaux and shacks, prestige and farmers | wine tour
Wine is a lot about fashion. Some 30–40 years ago, it was enough to have “château” on the wine label for the wine to sell. That’s not the case any more, and a good thing that
August 25, 2025
New Zealand, you are always close to the sea, but also a wine region | wine tour
New Zealand is a special country in many ways. You are close to the sea almost everywhere, and this proximity influences most of the country’s wine regions. We begin our tour in Auckland, the country’s
August 7, 2025
Stellenbosch with modern world-class wines and much more on our South Africa wine tour
There are many villages and towns in South Africa’s wine regions, and we will visit several of them on our wine tour. However, Stellenbosch holds a very special position, which is why we spend a
August 5, 2025
From Burgundy to the Rhone Valley: the French wine tour
Wine tours are a lot about the experience. You will perhaps remember the wines you taste, or at least some of them. But you will most remember the people you meet. Our Burgundy and Rhône
August 4, 2025
Chile and Argentina, tango, the summits of the Andes, Valparaiso, asado exuberance and plenty of world-class wines | wine tour
Our South American tour takes you to Buenos Aires, with a fascinating historic tango show, then to Mendoza, Argentina’s largest wine region, across the border to Chile’s wine regions, and ends in Chile’s capital, Santiago.
July 27, 2025
Bordeaux, a blend of history, culture, and exceptional wines | wine tour
Come with us on an unforgettable wine tour through the legendary Bordeaux region. Bordeaux is home to some 5,000 châteaux and some of the world’s most acclaimed wines. Our program includes Médoc, Pessac-Léognan, Saint-Emilion, and
July 23, 2025
