• Parc Naturel Régional de la Montagne de Reims - On the journey between Reims and Epernay, travelers will encounter the “Montagne de Reims” and its magnificent forest, leading to the renowned vineyards near Epernay, the heart of the Champagne vineyards.
• Mareuil-sur-Ay - Workshops, experiences, tastings, and visits are organized in the famous vineyards and typical Champagne villages around Epernay, the Capital of Champagne: Aÿ-Champagne, celebrated for its Pinot Noir Grand Cru and prestigious Houses like Bollinger and Deutz, Mareuil-sur-Aÿ, home to Billecart-Salmon and Philipponnat, Oger in the Côte des Blancs, and Monthelon.

To enhance understanding of the gourmet pairings selected for the day, the experience begins at a producer’s site with an engaging workshop to explore the aromas of Champagne, followed by a tasting of various Champagnes. Successfully passing the olfactory and taste test will earn participants a Champagne knowledge certificate!

Throughout the day, participants will taste 9 Grand Cru/Premier Cru Champagnes, including blended or single varietals like Blanc de blancs, Blanc de noirs, and explore non-dosed natural Champagnes, extra brut, brut, dry, rosé, from very old vines, vintages, single plots, or aged in oak barrels.

• Ay-Champagne - In the renowned village and Grand Cru vineyard of Aÿ-Champagne, a stop is planned in the vineyard’s heart to understand vine cultivation, grape varieties, the exceptional terroir, and sustainable viticulture.

The village of Aÿ was the central hub of the Champagne industry in the 16th century. French kings had their wine presses here, and Champagne wines were once known as “Wines of Aÿ”. The vineyard, primarily planted with Pinot Noir, is classified as Grand Cru, the highest level of the Champagne Appellation.

• Ay-Champagne - During the tour, in addition to Champagnes, participants will discover the 3 famous Champagne spirits: several Ratafias will be tasted, along with Fine de la Marne and Marc de Champagne from the Goyard Distillery. Ratafia is a sweet wine made from the same grape varieties as Champagne.
  A hidden gem not widely exported outside the Champagne region, it offers an unparalleled range of flavors and aromas to discover. It’s sure to win over new fans!
  Fine and Marc are Champagne brandies, popular as digestives.
  All tastings will be accompanied by commentary and have been selected to harmonize with typical dishes.
  In Ay, visitors will also explore a Champagne bar and food, featuring the Coteaux-Champenois, a renowned Champagne wine with a Controlled Designation of Origin (CDO), available in red, white, or rosé.

The Coteaux-Champenois will be paired with foie gras and snails for the adventurous, or alternatively, sea bass rillettes with truffle, scallops, or white pudding.

• Avize - In the morning, during this gourmet tour, participants will explore the Marne Valley and its historic hillsides, recognized as a World Heritage Site by UNESCO, where Champagne originated.

In the afternoon, en route to the third winegrower, the tour will pass through the famous Côte des Blancs, the kingdom of the Chardonnay Grand Cru of Champagne, and its renowned villages, Cramant and Avize.

• Oger - During the visit to this third family of independent Champagne producers, spanning several generations in one of the most celebrated villages for its Chardonnay Grand Cru, the Champagne-making process will be revisited during a tour of the press, winery, and cellar.

Here, at snack time, participants will taste other Grand Cru Champagnes, accompanied by Biscuits roses of Reims from the Biscuiterie Fossier, following the original recipe dating back to 1756, and in the form of a crunchy macaroon.

The day will conclude with a delightful French surprise discovery, guaranteed to be loved!

• Monthelon - Lunch is planned at a winemaker’s venue, where participants will taste Grand Cru and Premier Cru Champagnes, along with various Ratafias (including a unique one in the world made from one of the forgotten grape varieties of Champagne), paired with a mixed platter of charcuterie and cheeses featuring regional specialties like Jambon de Reims, exceptional local cheeses such as Chaource and Langres, as well as cured ham, duck rillettes with Ratafia, duck breast, accompanied by the essential traditional French baguette.
  The sweet touch will be provided by chocolate filled with ratafia and a dessert based on a famous regional sweet culinary specialty: the Biscuit Rose of Reims.
• Avenue de Champagne - A guided tour is also planned along the renowned “Avenue de Champagne” in Epernay, the capital of the Champagne vineyards, where the splendid properties and production buildings of Champagne Houses like Moët & Chandon, Perrier Jouët, Pol Roger, etc., are located.

• Pick up and drop off is in Reims or in the perimeter of 6kms (3.7 miles) around Reims
• 15 commented tastings: 9 Champagnes Grand Cru/1st Cru plus famous local wine, alcohols and aperitifs
• Private visits, workshops, experiences, tastings and food/Champagne pairing included
• Private transportation
• Passionate local private guide/chauffeur
• Discovery of several Ratafias, Fine de la Marne, Marc de Champagne and Coteaux-Champenois
• Visits to 3 family estates of Champagne Grand Cru and Premier Cru producers

Explore the renowned Grand Cru and Premier Cru villages and vineyards surrounding Epernay, nestled in the historic hillsides of the Marne Valley, recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, along with the Côte des Blancs.

Enjoy visits to three families of independent Champagne winegrowers/producers, where the Champagne-making process will be explained.

Participate in an engaging workshop to uncover the various aromas of Champagne and its three iconic grape varieties: Pinot Noir, Meunier, and Chardonnay.

Experience 15 guided tastings, featuring 9 Grand Cru/Premier Cru Champagnes, along with the region’s famous wines, spirits, and aperitifs, paired with local dishes and products to reveal the gourmet secrets of the Champagne region.

During the tour of four authentic Champagne locations selected for you, more than 15 flavors will delight your palate!

Enjoy a guided tour along the famous “Avenue de Champagne” in Epernay, known as “the most expensive Avenue in the world,” with its 200 million bottles stored in the cellars.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.