English Tasting : Tour de France of wine

Guided tasting of six French wines from six regions, hosted by a sommelier in a 17th-century cellar a stone's throw from the Louvre, in English.

This tasting lasts around two hours and takes you through France's great wine regions via six wines, each from a different region. The sommelier leads the session through successive themes, with an introductory workshop: how champagne is made, how to taste a wine and how to read a French wine label. The notions of terroir and appellation are explained, along with the grape varieties and wine styles specific to each region.

The session takes place in a vaulted 17th-century cellar near the Louvre. Participants can ask questions throughout the session, on tannins, current trends or food and wine pairings. The wines tasted can be bought at the end of the tasting, and a cheese or charcuterie platter can be added as an option.

The activity is aimed at adults aged 18 and over, and suits curious enthusiasts as well as visitors passing through Paris. It is offered in English, which makes it an outing accessible to an international audience.