The Original Syrah Wine Tour (2:00 pm - 6:30 pm) - Small Group Tour from Lyon

Welcome to the Northern Rhone Valley, homeland ofthe legendary Syrah & Viognier grapes. 

Only 25 min south of Lyon, discover one of the oldest and steepest vineyards in the France with terraces walls built under Roman times! Stop at two family wineries and wine-taste Cote Rotie, Condrieu & St Joseph appellations considered among the best Cotes du Rhone wines.

Itinerary
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Stop At: Office of Tourism and Congress of Metropolis of Lyon, Place Bellecour, 69002 Lyon France

At 1:50 pm, our guide English Speaking guide will meet you in front of Lyon Office de Tourisme building main entrance door located on Bellecour Square (50 m opposite Le Royal Hotel). After a short walk, participants will get on the 8 seaters minivan to begin the Cotes du Rhone wine tour.

Duration: 10 minutes

Stop At: Theatre de Vienne, 4 rue Chantelouve, 38200 Vienne France

En route to the Rhone Valley, stop in Vienne to enjoy a spectacular view on the 2000 year’s old roman theatre and the stunning panorama on the Rhone Valley.
With your guide, learn about the "terroir" & the different grapes characteristics of the Northern Cotes du Rhone region.

Duration: 10 minutes

Stop At: Ampuis, Ampuis, Rhone, Auvergne-Rhone-Alpes

cross Ampuis town, the world capital of Syrah and visit "Cote Rotie" vineyards literally "roasted hillside".
Drive on the precipitous vertigo inducing terraced slopes of "Cote Brune" and "Cote Blonde" and appreciate the 30 to 60 degree angles hills bathed in sun facing the beautiful Rhône River.

Duration: 10 minutes

Pass By: Condrieu, Condrieu, Rhone, Auvergne-Rhone-Alpes

Cross Condrieu town and learn about the Viognier grape varietal and how it almost disappeard in the 1960's.


Stop At: Chavanay, Chavanay, Loire, Auvergne-Rhone-Alpes

Push the door of a first family winery and after a short visit, wine-taste 6 different Cotes du Rhone wines among them, some Condrieu, St Joseph or/and Cote Rotie appellations.

Duration: 45 minutes

Stop At: Malleval, Malleval, Loire, Auvergne-Rhone-Alpes

After a short drive, discover a second family winery. With your guide, enjoy a private tour of the facilities and learn some secrets about the unique Rhone wine-making savoir-faire and the art of barrel aging.

Then, taste 5 different Cotes du Rhone wines, 3 reds and 3 whites including Condrieu, St Joseph and Cote Rotie famous appellations.

Duration: 45 minutes

Stop At: Office of Tourism and Congress of Metropolis of Lyon, Place Bellecour, 69002 Lyon France

At 6:30 pm, our guid will drop you off in Lyon Bellecour Square in front of the Office de Tourism building.

End of a very nice tour for wine lovers!


Duration: 5 minutes



Informacion Adicional
"Not wheelchair accessible"
"Near public transportation"
"Not recommended for travelers with back problems"
"Not recommended for pregnant travelers"
"No heart problems or other serious medical conditions"
"Most travelers can participate"
"This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund"
"This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travelers"
"Confirmation will be received at time of booking"



Horário de Início: 02:00 PM
Duração: 4 Hours 30 Minutes
Ponto de partida: Office du Tourisme et des Congrès de la Métropole de Lyon, Pl. Bellecour, 69002 Lyon, France

Cancelamentos e reembolsos: For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.

Incluído

• High Comfort 8-seaters minibus with air-conditionning
• Guiding in English and French language.
• Expert guide in wine and Lyon region.
• Wine tasting included (11/12 wines)

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