Best Rhone Valley France Wine Tours & Tastings

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On the banks of the Rhône, in the South-East of France. Bounded by the Lyon basin to the north, and the Mediterranean near Nîmes to the south. The Rhône Valley crosses 3 regions including Auvergne, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur and Languedoc-Roussillon.

In the Rhône Valley, you will find the Château d'Ampuis, the Château d'Albigny and the Château d'Avauges. The Château de Verona is a 48 hectare estate, almost exclusively full of Syrah vineyards. Domaine Mayard (Châteauneuf-du-Pape) has produced cuvées recognized worldwide for more than 6 generations.

In the Loire Valley, you can find a variety of red and white wines. Regardless of the grape types, all grapes grown in the Rhone Valley are known as Rhone grapes. Vineyards in the Rhone Valley tend to grow grapes such as Syrah, Grenache, Mourvèdre, Viognier and Roussanne. Wine tours in the Rhone Valley are one of the best ways to discover what type of Rhone Wine is your favorite.

A northern Rhone Valley appellation, the Côte-Rôtie appellation, offers some of the best wine tasting experiences you’ll have anywhere in France. The wines from this area are full bodied and rich with a deep flavor profile that makes them perfect for pairing with food. The Côte-Rôtie region is also known for producing some of the world’s most expensive wines and being home to some of its longest-lived vines (over 100 years old). Southern Rhône wines are made from the same grapes as northern Rhône wines, but they differ in character. The southern Rhône Valley is at a lower elevation than the north and thus has a warmer climate. Grapes grown in this region tend to be sweeter and more concentrated than their northern counterparts, with less acidity and higher alcohol content (often 14% or more).

The best time to visit Rhone Valley is from April to September. The weather is warm during the summer months, but it can get very hot, especially in July and August. Spring and fall are milder and more comfortable, making them ideal for touring by bike or car through the vineyards on your own or with a tour guide. Winters are cold and wet so you'll want to avoid visiting during this time if you're looking for more pleasant weather conditions.

The Rhone valley region concentrates a wide choice of wine or spirits estates. However, the top 3 wineries or distilleries preferred by our visitors for tours and tasting are:

• Maison Brotte - Musée Du Vin with an average rating of 4.8 among 102 reviews.
• Château Beaubois with an average rating of 4.8 among 85 reviews.
• Domaine Rémy Nodin with an average rating of 4.7 among 68 reviews.

In Rhone valley, the average price of a cellar tour with wine tasting is €37.00. Prices vary according to several criteria:

• The duration of the experience: The longer the visit and tasting, the higher the cost.
• The type of visit: Visit to a cellar, wine estate, or distillery.
• The presence of a guide: A tour guided by an expert, especially over a half or full day, can increase the price.
• Services included: Premium tastings, number of wines tasted, and additional activities such as wine workshops or meals.

The most economical experience in the area is Tasting at the estate at a price of €0.00 and the most expensive is Aix-en-provence: Wines of Provence and Luberon at €165.00.