Wine Discovery Tasting In Carcassonne

4.8
(85 reviews)
France

2 hours (approximately)
Offered in: English and 2 more

Your host is an acknowledged wine expert and wine tour guide with 35 years of experience and an in depth knowledge of wine and wine making across the world. The tasting takes place in the comfort of our air-conditioned wine shop in the heart of Carcassonne old town and is designed to be fun and informal.
You will have a talk and presentation of seven to eight wines to taste accompanied by a cheese and charcuterie platter. Guests will learn how to taste wines, the local wine history of the region and all about wine making and grape varieties. Ask as many questions as you like and become an expert on the wines of the region. Although the minimum booking is for two people, single guests are welcome to join tastings that are already planned. Please send a message to enquire about available dates if you are a single visitor and want to join a tasting.

Example Menu

Starter

Homemade hummus with lemon zest

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Cheese board with four to five local cheeses

Seasonal cheese supplied from Fromageries Bousquet.

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Bread, Olive oil and Balsamic vinegar for dipping.

Selection of freshly baked local organic bread, both wheat, rye bread sourdough and wholegrain.

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Charcuterie board

What's Included

Bottled water
Cheeses charcuterie olive oil Bread, biscuits and nibbles to accompany the wine tasting
A tutored tasting of six to eight different wines from across the Languedoc. For private groups we can tailor-make a selections of wines to suit your taste and budget.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Please come to our shop and tasting room 5 minutes before the scheduled start time. We kindly ask ladies and gentlemen to please avoid wearing strong scents or perfume!

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

What to expect

A relaxed and informal tasting and tutorial that covers some of the top wine and food producers from the Languedoc and Roussillon. Sitting comfortable at a the tasting table in our air-conditioned room you will learn how to appreciate wine and to taste like a professional; how to match wine with a selection of regional food; learn to recognise the key flavours and aromas in wine and discover what makes the Languedoc one of the most exciting wine regions on Earth today. We cover the history of wine making from the Romans to the present day and discuss key topics such a organic and natural wines and the influence of regionality on wine flavour. We will discover what makes these the Languedoc so interesting by tasting some of the key local varietal wines and some of the greatest languedoc blends. The wines you will taste range in price from 15€ to €50 and you will taste at least 6 different wines accompanied by local cheeses, charcuterie, tapas, olives and organic bread with olive oil and balsamic vinegar. As an evening or lunchtime activity you will not need to eat afterwards!
These tastings are conducted in English, French or Spanish.

Additional info

  • 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
  • Please inform us of any food allergies or dietary restrictions
Supplied by Vins & Vinos

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Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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