France · WINE TASTINGS IN THE LOIRE VALLEY
The 6 best wine tastings in the Loire Valley you can book today, with the price, the running time and who each one suits. Number one is first for a reason.
At Caves Ambacia in Amboise, a guide such as Yanis or Tomas leads you through 15th-century troglodyte caves, a five-senses wine lesson, and a vintage collection before a sommelier tasting of six Loire wines with cheese and charcuterie.
“Excellent guide and whine tasting! Had the opportunity to fill up up wine cellar as well!”
At Caves Ambacia in Amboise, you’ll explore 16th-century wine cellars, awaken your senses, and taste six Loire wines with a sommelier such as Thomas, François, or Louan. Cheese and charcuterie accompany the tasting, with an on-site deli and bistro available afterward.
“This was one of the more educational wine tastings we’ve ever been on, and we’ve been on MANY! The pairings were sublime. A highly recommended experience.”
Meet at 9 a.m. in Tours for a small-group morning with guides such as Alycea, Pierre, Simon, or Vincent. Visit a vineyard, limestone cellar, and larger wine operation, tasting sparkling and still Vouvray, Loire reds, cheese, and charcuterie.
“Nice tasting of Chenin blanc wines and great explanation on how they are made. Would recommend this tour”
Spend a full day with an English-speaking guide such as Roxanne, Christian, or Ingrid, visiting Chenonceau and Chambord, tasting Loire wines at Les Caves Ambacia, and eating lunch in Amboise. The eight-seat van keeps the day personal, but castle visits are tightly timed.
“We were a group of 4 ladies (aged 14 to 72). We only had 1 day in the area and wanted to maximize our time. Going with a guide was our best bet. Audrey met us in Amboise, we climbed into her van, and we were off. At the two chateaux she delivered her wealth of information and guided us through some highlights and then gave us a short amount of free time to explore. I wish we had more time, but the agenda was jam packed. Between the two chateaux we went to the Caves winery where we learned about aromas of the local wines and watched a very…”
Travel from Tours by minivan to Vouvray and Amboise for two wine tastings, an underground cellar visit, and a practical lesson in Loire wine. The group is limited to eight, and guides such as Alex bring a friendly, personal touch to the afternoon.
“The tour was perfect for what I was looking for, a fantastic variety of white wine from the same region. I learned a great deal and the guides were knowledgeable and very friendly. I toured with a small group with Alex and she was the best! Thank you Alex!”
Keith and Linda collect you in Chinon and lead a private English-language wine tour through the Loire Valley. Visit two or three vineyards, walk the vines, explore cellars, taste 10 to 15 or more wines, and enjoy a picnic lunch on full-day outings. Wine shipping can be arranged.
“The hosts were very knowledgeable about wine and the area and had good relationships with the wineries we visited. The lunch that was provided was personalized and we appreciated the attention to detail.”
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