Wine Discovery Tasting In Carcassonne
Overview
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.
What's Included
- Lunch Cheeses charcuterie olive oil Bread, biscuits and nibbles to accompany the wine tasting
- Alcoholic beverages 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.
- Bottled water
Meeting Location
Rue Barbès
11000 Carcassonne, France
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
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
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Please inform us of any food allergies or dietary restrictions
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions
(7)Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Wine Discovery Tasting In Carcassonne?
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Activity code: C-177474P2
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Boat Tours customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CEST).
- This tour 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.
- Lunch. Cheeses charcuterie olive oil Bread, biscuits and nibbles to accompany the wine tasting.
- Alcoholic beverages. 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.
- Bottled water.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025The minimum age to participate is 18..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Wine Discovery Tasting In Carcassonne is as follows:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Please inform us of any food allergies or dietary restrictions
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Wine Discovery Tasting In Carcassonne will be included in your confirmation email from City Boat Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024What's Included
- LunchCheeses charcuterie olive oil Bread, biscuits and nibbles to accompany the wine tasting
- Alcoholic beveragesA 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.
- Bottled water
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Please inform us of any food allergies or dietary restrictions
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers
