About this tour
Walk through the champagne-making process at Guy De Chassey's vineyard in France's Champagne region. Over 90 minutes, you'll learn how different grape varieties and dosage levels shape the final product, then sample three distinct cuvées. This is a hands-on introduction to what distinguishes one champagne from another, guided by people who make it daily.
Highlights
- Explore how Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and Meunier grapes define flavour profiles
- Understand dosage and its role in balancing sweetness and acidity
- Taste three traditional cuvées side by side
- See the elaboration methods behind each bottle
- Learn what separates quality champagne from the rest
What to expect
You'll start with a walk-through of the vineyard and production facility, learning the technical side of champagne-making in accessible terms. The guide will explain how grape selection, fermentation and dosage decisions affect what ends up in your glass. Then you'll sit down for the tasting portion, sampling three cuvées whilst the producer points out the differences you're experiencing. Expect around 30 minutes of discussion, 60 minutes of practical tasting and Q&A.
Good to know
Arrive by private car or taxi; the vineyard isn't on public transport routes. Not suitable for pregnant travellers. Service animals welcome. Bring a notebook if you want to jot tasting notes.
Tour sold and operated by Viator via Viator. Descriptions on this page are original BugBitten summaries written by our team — not copied from the operator. Prices and availability are confirmed at checkout.