The Côte-rôtie - Half day
History and wines
South of Lyon, you will follow the Rhône to reach the vineyards of the Côte Rôtie.
On the steepest slopes of Europe, you will get to know more than 200 years of wine exploitation of these terraced lands since ancient times.
You will begin with a first tasting of a large range of wines, allowing you to discover the wines aromatic variety of the region, from Syrah to Viognier. On only 7 km of vineyards, the wines of the Côte Rôtie now have a worldwide reputation of exceptional wines.
Then you will continue with the visit of a family estate. At the very heart of the vineyard plots, the winemaker will present his work throughout the seasons: the maintenance of the vineyard certainly, but also the dry stone walls that make up the terraces.
He will show you around his cellar, reveal the secrets of his wines before taking you to the cellar to finish with the tasting!
Worth knowing
- Please ensure you arrive 10 minutes before the tour commences.
- Booking is necessary.
- Cancellation free of charge 72 hours before schedule activity.
- Tasting of at least 6 different wines.
& practical information
Duration
Half day visit
Type
Discovery of the vineyard in mini coach great comfort
Prices
Sigle price
€89.00
Meeting place
In front of the Tourist Office, place Bellecour - Lyon 2nd
Access
Metro A or D > Bellecour
Lovely Lyon
by julie
Enjoyed our time here. Staff at Tourist Office were great, friendly and helpful
Great experience
by irena
An excellent tour, good guide, great experience.
Great Experience
by robert k
The tour and staff were outstanding. Beautiful country side sights and small villages. The small winery tour and time with the owner was a great experience. We would do it again and try some of the other tours offered.
Outstanding Day of wine tasting
by mtnpkepic
Vladimir was an outstanding guide, he ascertained our preferences and tastes and designed a perfect day of vineyards and wineries to tour and lunch was both amazing and breathtaking views. Vladimir brought in depth knowledge of the region, the wineries, the vineyards and history that made our tour outstanding. HIGHLY recommend this tour.