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Wine Tasting: Discover 10 French Wines
4.9
96 Ratings
Lyon
Discover 8 exquisite French wines, master wine and cheese pairings, and enjoy an evening with a French sommelier in Lyon. Perfect for wine enthusiasts!
Discover 8 exquisite French wines, master wine and cheese pairings, and enjoy an evening with a French sommelier in Lyon. Perfect for wine enthusiasts!
Duration:
2 hours, 30 minutes
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Place d’Ainay - Experience an exclusive or small-group wine masterclass in the vibrant center of Lyon. Delight in at least ten carefully chosen wines across four tasting stages: sparkling, whites, reds, and unique selections. Discover the rich history and contemporary tales of the Beaujolais, Rhône Valley, Jura wine regions, along with some…
- Place d’Ainay - Experience an exclusive or small-group wine masterclass in the vibrant center of Lyon. Delight in at least ten carefully chosen wines across four tasting stages: sparkling, whites, reds, and unique selections. Discover the rich history and contemporary tales of the Beaujolais, Rhône Valley, Jura wine regions, along with some unexpected delights.
Each wine is thoughtfully paired with French and local delicacies, including artisanal cheeses, charcuteries, fresh fruits, and seasonal desserts, ensuring a truly gourmet adventure.
What's Included
- 10 French Wines
- Cheese, smoked duck, truffle, desserts, and other seasonal pairings
- 10 French Wines
- Cheese, smoked duck, truffle, desserts, and other seasonal pairings
Meal Options
- Opening with sparkling wines - A tasting of two sparkling wines from different regions of France paired with cheeses and seasonal bites.
- White Wines - Three white wines selected to highlight contrast in terroirs, grape varieties, and winemaking styles served with pairings to reveal balance and depth.
- Red Wines - A flight of three red wines offering…
- Opening with sparkling wines - A tasting of two sparkling wines from different regions of France paired with cheeses and seasonal bites.
- White Wines - Three white wines selected to highlight contrast in terroirs, grape varieties, and winemaking styles served with pairings to reveal balance and depth.
- Red Wines - A flight of three red wines offering a journey through structure, age, and appellation accompanied by seasonal pairings.
- Special Wines - The final stage features three distinctive wines — perhaps an old vintage, a sweet wine, or something unexpected.
Additional Information
This tasting room was designed to offer perfect conditions for wine tasting, featuring natural light, a neutral aroma, and a serene, sophisticated ambiance.
The experience invites guests to explore 10 French wines, each accompanied by a carefully selected food pairing, including seasonal cheeses and more.
Guests are seated at a communal table in an…
This tasting room was designed to offer perfect conditions for wine tasting, featuring natural light, a neutral aroma, and a serene, sophisticated ambiance.
The experience invites guests to explore 10 French wines, each accompanied by a carefully selected food pairing, including seasonal cheeses and more.
Guests are seated at a communal table in an intimate setting with no more than ten participants, guided by enthusiastic and knowledgeable members of a Lyon wine tasting club who share their expertise.
Location
Place d'Ainay
Meeting point: Place d’Ainay, 69002 Lyon
A historic square in the heart of Lyon’s 2nd district, located at the intersection of Voûte d’Ainay, Hôtel de l'Abbaye, and Basilique Saint-Martin d’Ainay.
We will be greeting you there.
The tasting room is just a 2-minute walk from the meeting point.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
4.9
(96 Ratings)
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Brian_s
Nov 18, 2025
Wine tasting the way it should be done - Hugo the the event co-ordinator is very knowledgeable and has books and maps to assist in his explanation of the wines that you taste in his new venue. He pairs the wines with an excellent assortment of Cheese and Charcuterie. The wines that you taste are from all over France and from different decades as well. All in all it was a great experience. The family and I loved the experience.
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Kim_k
Oct 9, 2025
An exceptional experience! - Hugo provided an exceptional experience in his new tasting room. It was both relaxing and educational as he guided the group through a variety of wines and vintages which were paired with exquisite snacks. You won’t be disappointed!
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Dreamer58290703925
Jun 11, 2025
Immersive wine experience with Hugo - An incredibly well-curated wine tour, focused on exactly the winemakers we were hoping to meet. The lunch was delicious, featuring fresh local produce, and the whole day felt easygoing yet enriching. We learned a lot and had a wonderful time with Hugo, whose passion for French wine and culture made the experience truly special. Perfect for wine lovers looking to go deeper and share a meaningful connection with this beautiful region.
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Yan_s
Jul 25, 2024
Just splendid! - Very knowledgeable Sommelier and a relaxed communication style. His choices of wine, including some incredibly aged vintages were the highlight (both in style and variety) - I drink a lot of French wine and yet, he was able to provide a new experience for my wine journey. The 89 white from Graves was exceptional!
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Stacey_s
Jul 1, 2024
Great experience - Hugo did an amazing job. Very informative tasting and more than enough snacks and wine. It was a really lovely experience- our favorite in Lyon. Highly recommend!
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John_r
Jun 11, 2024
Highlight of our trip! - This was a highlight of our trip. Hugo is a fantastic host. We all learned the essentials of French wine and cheese regions/types. The quality of the wines was better than expected and we thoroughly enjoyed the company of our small group (8 max). Highly recommended!
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Melissa_m
Jun 7, 2024
5 stars - Incredible experience! The wine and the cheese were great. It was a fun experience learning the different wine regions and tasting many wines!
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Mistert95628
May 31, 2024
Fun with Wines and Cheeses - A very fun and delicious time spent learning more about French cheeses and wines that pair well with them. Hugo is very knowledgeable and enthusiastic regarding the subject and made the tasting a lot of fun! You’ll get plenty of fun and friendly explanations and information as well as plenty of wine and cheese.
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Q5423ugashleyf
May 30, 2024
Fabulous! - Our wine and cheese pairing was fantastic. Hugo was so friendly and knowledgeable, he taught us about the different wine regions of France and how to distinguish differences in the wine. It was a very intimate setting, and the wines and cheeses were all delicious. 100% would recommend!
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Christine_w
Aug 20, 2024
Great Wine and Good Company. - Hugo was very knowledgeable. He was very friendly and made the evening very enjoyable. The wine was excellent. We had a variety of wines and there was something for everyone. The cheese was also excellent. The only reason I did not give this experience a 5 star rating is because of the location. The location was upstairs at a closed cheese shop. There was no air conditioning and no windows, and it was a little dismal.
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