New Zealand has, in just 20–25 years, become a well‑known and highly respected wine country. It all began with sauvignon blanc from Marlborough, a style that put New Zealand on the wine map with its
This wine tour will take you through some of the most important wine regions of South Africa and will offer you a deeper look into South Africa’s vibrant wine culture. You will visit the historic
A tour through the wine regions of Argentina and Chile is a feast for the senses with dramatic landscapes, generous people and some of South America’s most exciting wine producers. The tour begins in the
Clotilde Legrand took over the family estate in Saumur-Champigny some years ago. Her cabernet franc wines are magnificent. She releases them late, now she is selling vintages 2016 and 2018 (except for the lovely easydrinking
Chateau du Petit Thouars in Chinon is a beautiful 15th century castle. Wine has been made here for more or less 400 years. Sebastian du Petit Thouars is the 12th generation! White and red Chinon
Chateau Gaudrelle in Vouvray shows the different sides of the chenin blanc grape with its superb wines. Unorthodox labels! As always in Vouvray, a cool, pleasant (especially when visiting during a heat wave!) limestone cellar.
Already the end of flowering at Domaine du Mortier in Saint Nicolas de Bourgueil. Tasted some lovely wines with owner Fabien Boisard. Cabernet franc of course but also pet nat and some unusual wines made
Burgundy and Champagne, what can be a better combination for a tour with top-notch French wine and food? We start in Burgundy and finish in Champagne! Burgundy consists of thousands of tiny vineyard plots, each
In Bordeaux, one expects firm, tannic wines that require ageing. These certainly exist, but today the variation is greater, and the wines are a bit softer. They can be enjoyed with pleasure much earlier than
There are, of course, those who love winter, with snow and sleet, short days and evenings in front of the fire (at best). But there are also those who want to enjoy wonderful summer weather,
At small producer Champagne Michel Tixier in Chigny-les-Roses in Montagne de Reims, the riddling is made by hand.
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
When in Reims, don't miss the cathedral, a masterpiece and a part of French history. Tomorrow we start our wine tour.
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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,
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
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
