With its world-renowned destinations, rich wine heritage, and diverse landscapes, the city of Lyon is the perfect place to discover the finest French wines. Whether you're a traveler looking to explore one of France's gastronomic treasures or a wine enthusiast wanting to savor every complex nuance of expertly cultivated grape varieties, a wine tasting tour in this magnificent region is a unique experience everyone should try.
In this article, the Chai Saint Olive team takes you on an exceptional journey to the heart of their wine tasting workshops in Lyon, wine blending and a tour of the urban winery.
What is an urban wine cellar?
Located in the heart of Lyon's 6th arrondissement, Chai Saint Olive, the city's first urban winery , produces Lyonnais, organic wine and organizes wine tasting workshops and visits to the winery, this atypical place in Lyon (Rhône-Alpes region).
What are the advantages of wine tasting excursions in Lyon?
The best wine tasting excursions offer a variety of incredible opportunities to enter the magical world of wine:
Unusual experiences
The activities offer a unique opportunity to discover the best vineyards and their secrets, known only to local producers. Visitors can also learn about the exclusive diversity of French wine regions and all they have to offer. The urban winery Chai Saint Olive in Lyon is a prime example of an extraordinary experience to be enjoyed in the heart of Lyon.
Meetings with local producers
At Chai Saint Olive, each wine tour and tasting workshop is conducted with a professional guide who knows the wine world very well, allowing travelers to fully enjoy their experience and ask as many questions as they wish.
A variety of tastings
One thing that gourmets particularly appreciate is the variety of products available. There's always something to satisfy every palate. At Chai Saint Olive, several grape varieties from the Rhône-Alpes region are tasted, including:
- The Chardonnay
- The Marsanne
- Viognier
- The Gamay
- Syrah
And even a Gamay rosé .
How does the wine tasting workshop at Chai Saint Olive work?
The winery tour and wine tasting workshop lasts 1 hour 30 minutes and takes place in 3 parts:
1. We start with a visit to the winery of the Chai where the cuvée 480 is vinified and aged. There, you will learn all about the genesis of the project, the concept of the winery and its operation.
2. In a hushed, wood-paneled atmosphere, the tour continues in the basement, in the barrel cellar where the oak casks are stored, essential for a long aging process of several months. The goal: to enhance the wines of the 812 vintage.
3. Finally, a tasting of the wines produced at the winery takes place in the tasting room to discover the local grape varieties.
The wines from Chai Saint Olive are produced according to traditional methods and are labeled Made In Lyon .
Who is the wine tasting workshop intended for?
- Whether novices, amateurs or experts in wine, the wine tasting experience combined with a mini oenology course is accessible to everyone, of all ages from 18 years old.
- Whether alone or in a group, with family, friends or colleagues, wine is meant to be shared! And the Chai team will guide you throughout this discovery!
- As a gift or for pleasure, offering a wine tasting in an unusual location in Lyon will delight more than one person.
How to book the wine tasting workshop?
Reservations can be made via the online store, accessible here.
You can also come directly to the Chai at 34 rue Malesherbes, 69006 Lyon or call us on 04.78.13.34.27.
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