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Wine Tasting at O Chateau's Wine Cellars, Paris

Price at front desk£18.23
Book now price£17.32
Why book this experience

  • Recommended by users of Trip Advisor – One of the top-rated things to do in Paris
  • O Chateau offer a range of tasting sessions suitable for all from complete novices to connoisseur
  • Learn more about wine appreciation and pairing wine with cheese
  • Sample a range of fine white and red French wines
  • The tastings take place in a historic venue which used to be King Louis XV sommelier’s cellar

Whether you are a wine novice or a connoisseur, Ô Chateau has offers tasting sessions for all French wine enthusiasts. Unlock the secrets of French wine with the three specially designed wine tasting sessions conducted by an English-speaking sommelier. The sessions take place in a 17th century cellar, located right by the Louvre, which was actually the former cellar of the Sommelier of the King.

Choose from 3 different wine tasting sessions; an introductory session in which you will sample several types of wine with breads (French Wine Introductory). A wine and cheese tasting lunch, or a session sampling wines from across France (French Wine Masterclass).

Ô Chateau is a wine lover’s haven. The wine tastings are offered several times a week and the atmosphere is always fun and relaxed.

Itinerary

Your wine tasting experience takes place at the Les Caves du Paradis: 52 rue de l’arbre sec, Paris – 1st district. The cellar is just a short walk from the metro station "Louvre-Rivoli" on line 1. Take the sortie/exit onto "rue de rivoli" then turn left onto "rue de l'arbre sec 75001 Paris".

This beautiful 17th century cellar, located right by the Louvre, was actually the former cellar of the Sommelier of the King.

You can select from three wine tasting sessions:

Wine and cheese tasting lunch: Beginning with a flute of champagne, you will be expertly guided through a wonderful tasting experience by a French sommelier. Enjoy a ‘Tasting Lunch’ that will allow you to learn first hand about food and wine pairing as well as wine tasting techniques. At the end of the session, you’ll have a better understanding of France’s major wine regions and a greater appreciation for French wine, including its champagne.

A presentation by an English-speaking sommelier will be given to you. You will taste 5 (white and red) French wines including champagne and a selection of cheeses, cold meats and breads.

French Wine Introductory: An English-speaking wine sommelier will guide you through the tasting of three delicious French wines. Your wine expert will teach you the basics of French wine. Learn in detail about the art of tasting and appreciation, and France’s major wine regions. You will sample 3 (white and red) French wines.

French Wine Masterclass: A presentation by an English-speaking sommelier will teach you all the basics about French wine. You will taste a wonderful variety of French wines, from Alsace to Bordeaux, Burgundy to the Rhone Valley. This includes sampling 6 (white and red) French wines, including one Champagne and a selection of breads. With a unique and refreshing approach, the French sommelier will teach you how to read a French label and how to navigate a wine list.

You will also learn about the art of wine appreciation and strategies for pairing food and wine. Learn more about the major French wine regions and the interesting details that make French wines unique.

Your tour ends at the wine cellar.

Last minute changes are free
  • Things can happen and your plans can change, therefore we have negotiated flexible amendment and cancellation policies. In most cases no fees apply for changing dates up to a day before travel. Also, we are one of the very few companies who will not charge you any admin/ processing fees for cancellations. In fact there is no charge at all for bookings cancelled a week in advance, for most of our products. Refer cancellation policy for more details.

Inclusions

Wine and Cheese tasting lunch:
English speaking sommelier giving a fun and informative presentation
Privatisation of our wine cellars for the group
A selection of artisanal cheeses, charcuterie and bread baskets (same bakery as the president of France)
The list of the wines we’ll taste and a cheat sheet handed out at the end of the class
Five good French wines

French Wine Introductory:
Presentation in English by a French Sommelier
Three Selected Wines
The Ô Chateau Cheat Sheet with tips & info
The List of wines you'll taste

French Wine Masterclass:
English speaking sommelier giving a fun and informative presentation
Privatisation of our wine cellars for the group
Bread baskets (same bakery as the president of France)
The list of the wines we’ll taste and a cheat sheet handed out at the end of the class
Six good French wines (including one Champagne)

Exclusions

Hotel pick-up and drop-off

Additional Info

You will be given the option to buy some wines after tasting
You also have the option of booking a private tour. Please contact our Customer Service for more details
The confirmation voucher includes the local activity operator’s contact details and local telephone numbers at the destination. They will happily answer any logistical questions you may have

Please Note

Please call the local activity operator at least 24 hours prior to start of the tour for reconfirming departure details.

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Where
Paris, France
Location
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Duration

Wine and Cheese Tasting lunch: 1 ½ hours
French Wine Introductory: 1 hour
French Wine Masterclass: 2 hours
Availability information
Wine and Cheese Tasting lunch: Daily except Sundays
French Wine Introductory: Mondays, Wednesdays & Fridays
French Wine Masterclass: Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays & Saturdays Except: 01 Jan & 25 Dec
Start time

Wine and Cheese Tasting lunch: 1200h (12:00noon)
French Wine Introductory: 1500h (03:00pm)
French Wine Masterclass: 1700h (05:00pm)
Meeting point
There is no hotel pick-up. Your wine experience takes place at: Les Caves du Paradis: 52 rue de l’arbre sec, Paris – 1st district. The cellar is just a short walk from the metro station "Louvre-Rivoli" on line 1. Take the sortie/exit onto "rue de rivoli" then turn left onto "rue de l'arbre sec 75001 Paris".
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