Cotes du Rhone Wine Tour - Private Tour - Full Day From Lyon

Start the day with a magnificent view over the Hermitage wine country from its emblematic St Christopher Chapel and learn about the old legend which made its name. Delight yourself with a delicious meal in a local restaurant which serves regional cuisine. Our guide will be happy to translate and explain all the different courses for you! Lunch is not included. With your guide, talk about the different terroirs of Hermitage, Crozes-Hermitage, St Joseph, Cornas & St Peray appellations, some of the best Cotes du Rhone "Crus" wines. Around 11:00 am, be welcome a famous winery for a discovery of several Syrah & Marsanne Rhone wines. Culminate this first wine-tasting with the red Hermitage: take time to capture the essence of this prestigious "crus" also called the "king" of the Cotes du Rhone.

In early afternoon, border the Rhone River and learn about St Joseph appellation, known to be red but which also give birth to elegant whites. Then, push the door of a first family winery and enjoy a private winery tour: 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 among them, some Condrieu, St Joseph or/and Cote Rotie Crus.