Explore wine and History in during a private Eastern Touraine wine tour and discover Chenin Blanc, Sauvignon Blanc, Romorantin, Cabernet Franc, Côt, Pinot Noir and Gamay grapes
Calling all white wine enthusiasts! Discover a spectrum of dry, sweet, semi-dry, and sparkling delights crafted from Chenin Blanc, Sauvignon Blanc, and even the rare Romorantin grape in Cour-Cheverny. Reds and rosés made with Cabernet Franc, Côt, Pinot Noir, and Gamay grapes round out the experience. Meet traditional and pioneering winemakers, each with their unique story to tell. Embark on this private Eastern Touraine wine tour with your wine expert driver-guide.
Vouvay winery
Step back in time at a century-old family winery in the prestigious Vouvray appellation. Your personal guide will lead you through captivating troglodyte cellars, revealing the secrets of their famous white wines. This immersive experience ends in the Rotonde, where the estate’s most precious vintages slumber in anticipation of your arrival.
Winery visit and gourmet picnic with wine
Born of a 500-year-old winemaking tradition, this historic château was taken over in 2015 by a passionate couple. A testament to their dedication to traditional methods and artisanal practices, you’ll explore their vineyards nestled in the heart of the Loire Valley. Enjoy a delicious gourmet picnic amidst the picturesque gardens, with local specialties such as smoked salmon, homemade pâté and regional cheeses, perfectly paired with their captivating wines. Of course, this meal is accompanied by bread!
©Clos Roussely
©Clos Roussely
Cheverny winery
Next, embark on a journey to a biodynamic winery in Cheverny, renowned for its dedication to sustainable practices. For seven generations, this family has nurtured the unique Romorantin grape variety, crafting exceptional blends and championing local terroir. Discover their passion for innovation as you explore their estate-grown wines, certified under the Cheverny or Cour-Cheverny AOC.
Your Eastern Touraine wine tour goes far beyond the delicious drops swirling in your glass. It’s a journey into a vibrant region, rich in centuries of tradition, passionate family heritage and deep respect for the land. It’s an invitation to savor not only the wines, but also the charming villages, breathtaking scenery and genuine warmth of local hospitality.
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FAQ – Frequently Asked Questions
What is Romorantin wine?
Romorantin is a rare white grape grown in the Cour-Cheverny appellation and hardly anywhere else. On this tour you visit a biodynamic Cheverny estate where the same family has worked with Romorantin for seven generations, and you taste their Cheverny and Cour-Cheverny wines.
Which wineries do we visit in Vouvray and Cheverny?
You start at a century-old family winery in Vouvray, with troglodyte cellars and a rotunda where the estate's oldest vintages are kept. Next is a historic château with 500 years of winemaking, taken over in 2015 by a passionate couple. The day ends at the biodynamic winery in Cheverny.
What is in the gourmet picnic on the Eastern Touraine tour?
The picnic is served in the gardens of the historic château at the second stop. It includes local specialties such as smoked salmon, homemade pâté and regional cheeses, with bread, and comes with the estate's own wines. You also tour the vineyards of this 500-year-old wine estate.
What styles of wine will I taste in Eastern Touraine?
Mostly whites: dry, semi-dry, sweet and sparkling, made from Chenin Blanc, Sauvignon Blanc and the rare Romorantin. Reds and rosés from Cabernet Franc, Côt, Pinot Noir and Gamay complete the picture. It is the tour we suggest to travelers who prefer white wine.
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