About this tour
Arnaud guides you through the southern Côtes du Rhône vineyards over 4–6 hours, stopping at three estates to taste at least nine wines. The route culminates in Châteauneuf-du-Pape, renowned for its reds. Morning tours (April–October) include a picnic of local farmhouse fare; afternoon and winter options skip the meal. You'll visit working vineyards in Gigondas and the rolling slopes that define this corner of Provence.
Highlights
- Taste minimum nine wines across three distinct estates
- Picnic with local cheeses, tapenade, and fresh produce (seasonal)
- Vineyard photography in Gigondas and Châteauneuf-du-Pape
- Buy bottles or arrange shipping home from select domains
- Morning or afternoon departures to suit your schedule
What to expect
You'll spend the morning or afternoon moving between three family-run wineries, learning how each terroir shapes the wine. At each stop, you'll taste their current releases—reds, whites, rosés—paired with stories about the vintage and the land. The final estate sits in Châteauneuf-du-Pape itself, where the famous Rhône reds take centre stage. If you've booked a spring-to-autumn morning slot, a picnic lunch breaks up the tasting; you'll eat among the vines with local eggs, goat cheese, and fruit. Afternoon tours reverse the route and skip food. The pace is leisurely, with time to ask questions and photograph the landscape.
Good to know
April–October mornings include a farm-fresh picnic; winter and afternoon tours do not. You can buy wine on-site and arrange international shipping from Gigondas and Châteauneuf-du-Pape (costs and customs apply). Not suitable if pregnant or with serious heart conditions. Public transport is nearby. Tips are not included.
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