Wine Tasting Weekend in Montpellier, the wines from the Languedoc

Wine Tasting Weekend in Montpellier: the wines from the Languedoc!

The Languedoc-Roussillon region of France possesses the largest vineyards in the world, stretching from the Rhone river to the Spanish border.
Its geographical and geological diversity means there is a vast range of different soils, different climate and some surprising blends of grape varieties that make for truly unique wines.
Come discover the varieties of flavour characterising the wines of this region!

NEXT DATES:
Upon request for existing groups

From 6 to 15 participants

Programme:
- 1 session of 3 hours taught by a confirmed wine expert .
Saturday from 2 to 5 pm – Historic Center of Montpellier
You will discover the region and the pleasure of tasting 100% Languedoc wines, while learning an established method of wine tasting taught in a spirit of openness and conviviality.
You will taste 2 or 3 wines from our region. Materials are provided (tasting glass, «crachoir », file).
This workshop is ideal for amateurs wishing to learn more about wine.

- A visit to a vineyard:
Sunday, Meeting point at 9h30 on the Arceaux Parking – Take a picnic – Back to Montpellier at 14h30
1st stop:
You will be welcomed by the winemaker who will show you around his domain and will tell you the secrets of his wine.
2nd stop:
Visit of the wine cellar and of the wine storehouse.
3rd stop:
Wine tasting. You will be invited to taste the wine in the wine cellar, thus sharing the pleasure of tasting the wine in the very place it was created.

We will then take our picnic in the vineyard before going back to Montpellier.
You will be accompanied all the way by your wine teacher and will get to the domain by minibus with driver.

A « Vinorally » in the historic centre of Montpellier::
Tuesday, 8 to 11 pm

3 Winegrowers, 3 Places, 3 Atmospheres

A walk through the historic streets of Montpellier, with three stops to taste wine and meet a winemaker.
Included is a historic account of the "quarter" plus enigmas with wine as the theme. This evening walk is a way to discover Montpellier's historic heritage and meet winemakers from the region.
They will share their passion and their wine while the chef will serve some specialities to go with the wine. You are immersed in a friendly and authentic French atmosphere to discover an area and taste 100% Languedoc wines !

Tariff: 150 €
This price includes:
- The wine course (3 hours)
- The visit to a vineyard
- The Vinorally
- Membership fee

Accommodation:
You can choose to stay with a host family for a fuller cultural immersion, or in one of the many hotels in the region. On average, one week, half-board in a host family (with breakfast and dinner ) costs 175€, that is 25€ per day.
Hotels are numerous and varied (1 to 4 stars)
Let us know what sort of accommodation you would like and we will send you information when you enrol.

You are interested and want to know more ? Contact us !