Here you will find information about upcoming wine tours and about tours that have been. We talk about plans for future trips and tell stories about what’s happened when we travel in wine regions. Sometimes we have articles about wine tourism in general and also posts with lovely pictures from wine regions and wine countries that we have visited.
Brows the different posts and find what might be your dream wine tour destination.
Join us on this extraordinary wine tour through South Africa’s Western Cape, a region where world-class wines meet breathtaking landscapes and a rich, diverse culture. Our journey begins in beautiful Cape Town, at the foot
Embark on an unforgettable South American adventure, exploring the vibrant wine cultures of Argentina and Chile, the continent’s two largest wine-producing countries. These two giants, separated by the majestic Andes, offer distinct identities and world-class
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,
Bordeaux is a wine region but can also be seen as a brand or a trademark that is recognised all over the world. Although the region is adapting to new consumer tastes it remains a
This 9-day tour offers an extraordinary opportunity to enjoy both the heart of Burgundy, one of France’s most iconic and revered wine regions, and Champagne, the world’s most famous sparkling wine. We will stay 4
A wine tour in New Zealand is both a great adventure and a fantastic journey of discovery. For example, you don’t have to be a dedicated sauvignon blanc enthusiast to go there (although you can
South Africa has long been an underrated wine country and still is to some extent. But when you come here and taste the wines and see the ambition, it is difficult not to be impressed.
Beautiful views over the vineyards in Roussillon. Most of it is probably grenache. After the first morning session of Grenaches du Monde
They do some odd things in New Zealand. For example, gigantic dogs and sheep in corrugated iron. And moses (?). I missed the stork in high heels. This is in Tirau, south of Auckland, New
Waiheke Island in Auckland Bay, New Zealand, is not a big wine region but it has several interesting wine producers. The biggest is Man O’War but we prefer to go to a smaller one. Podere
Admiring some of the most expensive farmland in the world. Looking out over the vines in the vineyard Le Montrachet in Puligny-Montrachet in Burgundy. They produce some of the world’s most highly appreciated chardonnay wines.
One of our favourite stops in Piedmont is at Bera. They are in Barbaresco but also make a number of other wines. For example, a vineyard barolo. We had a fabulous tasting of almost all
Sometimes it is not the most famous that impress. Not that Domaine Michel Magnien and Frederic Magnien, Morey St Denis, Bourgogne is a unkwown name. But it is slightly unusual. Eschewing barrel aging, in favour
We recently completed the last of our winter tours to the southern hemisphere. We did Chile-Argentina in January, South Africa in February, and New Zealand in March. We know many people are interested in the
If it is good weather, you’ll get brilliant views of the sea and of Auckland when you arrive in New Zealand. Auckand is not a very big city but do take a few days in
Touring South America is a great adventure. During our wine tour in January, we explore the two giants of the region, Argentina and Chile, neighbours separated by the mighty Andes. Today, both countries make top-class
