Our morning appointment is with the charming Camille Savès family who make thunderously powerful ‘Bouzy’ Champagnes. Lunchtime and early afternoon are in Reims, before a trip to the vineyards of the Montagne de Reims to taste with Mme Hatté. On return to Reims, explore on your own or you’re welcome to join our guides and fellow travelers for a convivial evening.
Next morning we visit the cellars of Taittinger. Our final lunch is in the Grand Cru village of Aÿ, where Roger Brun is highly regarded for quality and value. We finish here on a high note with lunch and generous tastings of Aÿ Grand Cru Champagne.
Tour Itinerary:
Day 1, Saturday: Join the tour in the morning at Petersfield, London, Dover. Departure from London is generally 7.30am. We arrive in Reims about 4 pm where we stay at a good central 3 star hotel. In the early evening, the Wine Guide introduces a lively informative Champagne tasting, perhaps covering the major houses, explaining how the “house styles” are achieved.
Day 2, Sunday: Today starts with Champagne breakfast, then a visit to a good house or grower. In the evening, we taste more cuvées in another comparative tasting, perhaps covering individual villages or vintages.
Day 3, Monday: Again, Champagne breakfast before visiting another top house, followed by buffet lunch at a small cellar. We'll arrive back at around 8.30pm in Dover or Folkestone and 10.30pm in London.
Notes:
Airfare is not included in the tour price.
Price Includes:
- Taste at least 25 Champagnes over a Spring weekend holiday!
- Travel: Ferry Crossing
- Sole Occupancy: £60.00
- Deposit: £75.00
- Room Upgrade: n/a
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