The Northern Rhône Valley is renowned for its exceptional wines. But did you know that an equally exceptional chocolate is produced at the foot of the hillsides of the Hermitage?
- Visit of 1 wine estate
- Visit of Valrhôna chocolate museum
- Driver/guide services
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Bring along | comfortable shoes |
Participants | For private group tour: no minimum, maximum of 8 participants, more on request. For families with kids, please contact us |
Languages | English, French |
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Venue
Lyon, France
Offered by
Rhône TripFurther information
Morning: Departing from Lyon, head south towards the prestigious Côte-Rôtie vineyard. During a walk in the vineyards, you will discover why this wine is exceptional. You will immediately be seduced by the view of the Rhone Valley and the steep slopes of this vineyard. A tasting of 5 to 6 wines, including Saint-Joseph, Condrieu and of course Côte-Rôtie, will allow you to start this day in style. All with a few chocolate squares. You will appreciate the floral aromas of Viognier as well as the fruity and silky taste of Syrah on their original terroir.
Lunch in a local restaurant selected by us.
Afternoon: Then take the road south to the legendary Hermitage wine. Grown on the left bank of the Rhone on a very specific terroir and in a warm climate, you will discover a wine with aromas of red fruits and flowers. You will first visit the Valrhona chocolate museum where you will discover all the secrets of chocolate making. A magical experience where you can explore, smell and taste chocolate! You can then taste in a local winery 5 to 6 wines from the Rhone Valley including Hermitage, Crozes Hermitage, Cornas.