Wines from Châteauneuf-du-Pape and surrounding areas in 1/2 day
Description
⚠️ New vehicle from March 2026! Hello dear visitor, my name is Arnaud and will be your native Guide of this magnificent Provence. Among the 5 tours I offer, I take you today to the vineyards of the southern Côtes du Rhône, including Châteauneuf du Pape. There are several options: OPTION 1 • April to October (from 9.30 am to 3.30 pm): tasting of 9 minimum wines in 3 areas, including 1 in Châteauneuf du Pape to finish the tour. After the 2nd tasting there will be a picnic included consisting only of fresh produce from local farms. OPTION 2 • all year round (2pm to 6.30pm): same tour, but without picnic. OPTION 3 • all year round (from 9.30am to 12.30pm): only 2 estates, including 1 in Châteauneuf du Pape, without picnic. OPTION 4 • all year round (from 9.30am to 12.30pm): only 2 estates, only in Châteauneuf du Pape, without picnic.
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Itinerary
After about 45 minutes drive from Avignon, stop in an area located in Beaumes de Venise or Rasteau, lands of a natural sweet wine (Muscat de Beaumes de Venise and VDN Rasteau), but also known for their red wines. Then about 15 minutes drive until the next tasting.
Stop in a second estate located on the Gigondas appellation area (or Cairanne or Séguret) known for its reds, but also white wine producer since 2023. Cairanne has been a red and white appellation since 2016, while Séguret is in Côtes du Rhône Villages in red, white and rosé. The tasting will be followed by a picnic consisting only of fresh produce from local farms (from April to October only, if the tour starts on the m, and if you choose the option with 3 tastings. Options with 2 tastings do not include any picnics. Then about 30 minutes drive to Châteauneuf du Pape.
Tasting of Châteauneuf-du-Pape wines, known worldwide for its reds, but also producing white wines at an average of 8% each year. We will go to a family estate and renowned Châteauneuf-du-Pape for the tasting of at least 1 white wine and 2 red wines. Then 30 minutes drive back to Avignon.
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Important Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Possibility to buy bottles of wine (or cartons) directly at the estate
- Possibility to ship wine directly to your country, except for Seguret and Beaumes de Venise (subject to shipping costs and taxes)
- Some areas work with importers in some countries, do not hesitate to ask for their contacts
Reviews(114)
Arnaud did a great job. We were lucky and no one else was booked with us so it was a very private tour. All three wineries were great. The picnic lunch was great with a variety of items to eat and a great picnic area at the second winery. Arnaud has a great knowledge of wine and the area. You will not regret booking this tour!
About out to Arnauld our guide for his hospitality and generally a very nice experience. Would recommend
Arnoud gave us a wonderful experience through the eyes of someone who has the region in his heart. Cherries from his dad’s orchard was a added bonus for lunch.
Arnaud finds some hidden gems and is very knowledgeable of the region. The van was nice and comfortable and the ride was great. Everything including a light lunch was fantastic. Would book Arnaud again in a heartbeat.
This was an authentic wine tasting experience! The transportation was very comfortable and the hosts at each winery were fantastic! I highly recommend!
We had a lovely time on this tour! Would absolutely recommend. Our guide was very knowledgeable and personable. The picnic he provided was delicious and such a treat. Definitely book this trip!
Arnaud was very knowledgeable and friendly. The three stops gave us a broad view of the variety of Rhône wines. Group size at 8 was quite manageable.
Arnaud is a great guide, very personable and very knowledgeable on his wineries. Visit small to large vineyards Weather great and loved sitting out having a bit on lunch in the countryside
Arnaud was a great guide. He was very knowledgeable about the wine regions, vineyards, wines and general area. We tasted a variety of wines across the three wineries that we visited. A Very enjoyable afternoon.
Arnaud was an excellent driver and guide. His van is only a month old and still has the new vehicle smell. There were only three of us on the tour. Our first stop was at Domaine de Fonouillet in Beaumes de Venise. We tried one white and three reds. We then got to try red, rose, and white Muscat. It is unique to be ablevto try red and rose Muscat. Our second stop was at Maison Gabriel Maffre in Gigondas. We tried one white and four reds. After the tasting we had a picnic on the grounds. The last stop was Domaine de Beaurenard in Chateauneuf du Pape. We toured the private cellars first and the tasted two whites and two reds. Arnaud imparted information on the drives but let the sommelier speak to their wines and process.
