Sete Cruise Excursion Wine Tour to Châteauneuf du Pape
Highlights
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Châteauneuf du Pape Wine Region
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Visit the vineyards, learn about this unique terroir
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Taste wines made of Syrah, Grenache or Mourvèdre grapes
Summary
Enjoy a Châteauneuf du Pape wine tour on this private shore excursion from Sète. Tour the vineyards, visit carefully selected wineries. Taste famed red wines from this southern Côtes du Rhône wine region. Wine tour conducted by expert guide
Tour info
Duration
9 hours
Group Size
8
Pricing (From)
Adult:
(18-99 years)
€1,400.00
Commentary
Meeting Point
Dropoff location
Why take this tour?
Meet your English speaking local guide
On this private full day wine tour, we will first come and pick you up at your cruise ship in Sète Port of Call. Meet your English speaking driver guide who will go over the itinerary and program of the day with you. Drive to the Châteauneuf du Pape wine region where you will have several wine tasting sessions in carefully selected Châteauneuf du Pape wineries.
Program & Itinerary :
Pick up at Sete Cruise Port Terminal
- Visit & Wine tasting at 1st Châteauneuf du Pape Winery
- Free time for personal discovery and lunch (at own expense)
- Visit & Wine tasting at 2nd Châteauneuf du Pape Winery
- Wine tasting at 3rd Châteauneuf du Pape Winery
Drop off at Sete Cruise Port Terminal
Châteauneuf du Pape Wine tour
The Châteauneuf du Pape Appellation was one of 6 to be labeled as the first AOC wines of France in 1936. The vineyards planted by the Romans were extended and developed by the Pope's residing in Avignon popes during the 14th century.
In 1314, Clement V, the first Avignon Pope discovered the special soil of Châteauneuf-du-Pape. His successor, John XXII supports him and it was during his reign that the vineyard really took off and spread fame beyond the borders of “The Comtat”.
The former bishop of Avignon, Jacques Duèse was elected as Pope John XII and succeeded Clement V in 1316. He regularly drank the wines from the vineyards ‘in the north’ and did much to improve viticulture practices there.
The Pope sought a place sufficiently far from the city to discourage courtiers, sycophants, and scroungers, yet close enough so that a courier could go there and back to Avignon on the same day. The ideal spot was found on a hillock overlooking the Rhône Valley about halfway between Avignon and Orange – Châteauneuf – and this area was placed directly under his authority.
As you reach this famous wine producing region, discover the village and its ancient castle that was the summer residence of the Pope's during their stay in the area. Here, you will enjoy a breathtaking panoramic view on the valley.
Morning Wine tasting session in a local Winery
The Châteauneuf du Pape wines are well known for their full bodied red wines made predominantly with different grape varieties such as Syrah, Grenache and Mourvèdre that are typical grapes that can be found in the southern vineyards of France. There are also some white Châteauneuf du Pape wines that are intensely perfumed. The grape varieties used for the white wines include Grenache Blanc, Rousannes, Clairette and Bourboulenc many of which are rustic french varietals.
Upon arrival in the village, it will be time to taste some of the local wines in a local winery. Then, you will have some free time to roam around and enjoy a wine tour of Chateauneuf du Pape wines in the old 14th century pope cellars. Depending on your wishes, it will be possible to taste more wines in the local wineries that your guide can point to.
Lunch in a local restaurant (at own expense)
After your morning Châteauneuf du Pape wine tour, it will be time for lunch. We can pre-book a restaurant for you and your party in a local restaurant. Why not enjoy the local food and pair it with more Chateau neuf du Pape red or white wines.
Afternoon wine tasting sessions in 2 local Wineries
After lunch, experience 2 other Châteauneuf du Pape winery tours. Listen about the history of these unique domains, visit the installations and participate commented tastings of the wines of the estates. Take the opportunity to ask about the wine making process, the different blendings that are possible and most of all learn about the large range of grape varieties that can be used to make this exceptional wines.
After the wine tasting tour, we will take you back to your Cruise Ship in Sète and that will be the end of our services.
What’s included?
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Pick up and drop off at Cruise Ship in Sète -
Visit & Wine tasting in 3 selected wineries -
English speaking driver or driver/guide -
Premium A/C vehicle -
Wine tasting fees
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Personal insurance and expenses
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Gratuities for the guide
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Meals and drinks
Things to know
Before you book
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Wine tasting fees can be purchased during booking process
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Prices are per group from 2 to 8 persons - Larger groups, contact us
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Tour is not wheelchair accessible
Before you go
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Pick up at Cruise Ship at Séte Cruise Terminal
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English speaking driver or driver/guide
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Curency is in Euros
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Good walking shoes are recommended
Cancellation Policy
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Up to 48 hours before the beginning of the activity: full refund
Less than 48 hours before the beginning of the activity or no-show: no refund
About operator:
Ophorus Tours is both a licensed Tour Operator, member of Atout France and ETOA, and a Transportation company with headquarters in Bordeaux. We operate since 2005 and conduct Walking Tours, Day Trips, Private Tours, Shore Excursions and multi-regional Tours throughout France.
Our multilingual office staff is made up of France Travel Experts that design unique itineraries for both individuals and groups. Their perfect knowledge of the destination allows them to suggest carefully crafted programs to professionals of the Travel Trade all over the world.
Our in house team of licensed, multilingual Tour Guides are local Experts that can conduct any type of tours including (but not limited to) Cultural & Historical, Food & Wine, Luxury, Battlefields, Active, Family friendly, Faith-based etc...
Our multilingual office staff is made up of France Travel Experts that design unique itineraries for both individuals and groups. Their perfect knowledge of the destination allows them to suggest carefully crafted programs to professionals of the Travel Trade all over the world.
Our in house team of licensed, multilingual Tour Guides are local Experts that can conduct any type of tours including (but not limited to) Cultural & Historical, Food & Wine, Luxury, Battlefields, Active, Family friendly, Faith-based etc...
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