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[Music] hey you travel fans we just got back from our trip to sassy we've come back with
some via travelers.com Insider tips to get you sipping in style when visiting the best
champagne chateaus in France there's nothing more romantic than going on a
champagne Wanger in France here's what you need to know if your next French wine tour
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the description below your champagne wine tour is going to begin in Paris this is the city of lights
but love but it's also the biggest commuter Hub in the country no matter where you're flying in
from it's often best to fly into Paris and then navigate to other parts of the country from there
the Great Village of CeCe is just a short two-hour Drive South from the heart of Paris
the drive takes you along a Scenic Highway route that shows some of the best Countryside in France
there are no direct train routes between Paris and CeCe if you're looking to enjoy a cozy train
adventure at the start of your wine tour you're going to have to make a connection in another city
in order to travel from Paris to City by train no trip to wine country is complete without finding
some iconic places to stay there's no shortage of options when it comes to finding lodging in Fringe
Wine Country you'll have your pick from everything from romantic chateaus to cozy bed and breakfasts
throughout the area these are some of the best places where you can rest your head after a
busy day of sipping wine and some of France's most historic Vineyards The Chateau de [ __ ] is one of
the best places to stay in all of France it's the perfect getaway if you're looking to explore the
best of what wine country has to offer Chateau de says he has breathtaking rooms that are something
out of a storybook they have options for couples looking for a romantic escape and rooms that are
perfect for a family vacation and shout out to [ __ ] you'll never run out of things to do this
Chateau offers on-site yoga classes a restaurant and even hot air balloon rides you can take in
the best culture CC and France have to offer including seeing the Opera or even learning how
to open a champagne bottled Cavalry Style with a saber speaking of the restaurant and then Chateau
de sesi I hope you're ready for the best meal of your life this delicious French restaurant
has more than just high-end French cuisine it also features a complete 360 degree view of
the shattered assesses Vineyard the shout out to [ __ ] is known for its Rich history and refined
culture this Chateau celebrates the achievements that women have made in the history of French wine
if you're looking to dive into the unique history of this region there's no better place to stay or
Reams if you're guy is the champagne capital of France it's home to some of the most prestigious
champagne houses in the region and it's a major tourist Hub full of excitement entertainment and
everything you need to other local wineries whether you're staying at the Chateau de city
you'll be a short distance away from some of the best champagne in the world you can tour
Vineyards explore historic wine cellars and go on the champagne tasting of a lifetime
glass is also home to some breathtaking architecture Cathedral is a UNESCO world
heritage site that has been frequented by celebrities artists and the French nobility alike
the last Cathedral is home to over 2 000 statues and will make an ideal location
to snaps trendy pigs flowers also features some elegant vacation stays that also budget
friendly you'll be breaking the seals on bottles of bubbly not your wallet when you stay in a cars
eBay is the ideal destination for fans of champagne history epallay has grown into a
respectable City in its own right but the main street is still rich with a historical presence
the narrow European style streets and irregular buildings are something out of a fairy tale
if you're in epernay you have to visit the historic Avenue de champagne this Avenue lives
up to its namesake and is home to some of the world's best champagne businesses eBay online is
also home to many historic chateaus you can take a break from all that wine tasting to stroll through
stunning achievements of architecture like Chateau de ple Chateau de move more and Chateau de Condi
well that's maybe the capital eBay is way only to head to visit the best champagne houses in
the region they all make their home either right in the city or nearby which also makes EPL league
a great place to stay ebony makes the perfect day trip for anyone staying in the heart of
France's Vineyards so we've hinted at chateau's and champagne houses but which ones did we visit
which one should you visit get ready to be excited because we're about to name drop the biggest names
in wine and champagne if you've ever wondered where iconic vintages come from we're going to
introduce you to some of the best kept secrets of our champagne and some ones which you really
should know at this point if you know anything about champagne let's start with a big one
the Moet and chandel Maison is a modern day home of Dom belignon he even explored a huge network of
underground champagne and wine cellars just a few steps away from the Champagne Avenue in epalnay
Dom Perignon got to start when a Benedictine monk named palinon began to experiment with
Wines in the historic Benedictine Abbey in um villaire the monks at this Abbey were legendary
for their skills in producing new varieties of grapes as well as their ability to advance the
craft of vinting wine the Millet and Chandon Maison is a UNESCO world heritage site that
offers guided tours with interpreters available the longest tour lasts 1 hour and 30 minutes but
you have options for shorter tours and are more focused on specific Dominion vintages each tour
ends with a champagne tasting courtesy of Mirth and Shandong you'll be able to try a range of
Champagnes from the Imperial to the Grand vintage Blog the grounds of the Lena champagne house are
simply breathtaking this is a champagne house that is just as focused on world leading bubbly
as they are on crafting an artistic experience for everyone who visits their house location
getting a tour of Lena is a bespoke experience the tours of the ground and The Wine Cellar
are not regularly scheduled and need to be booked in advance tour groups are limited
to 12 individuals so make sure to call ahead of time and reserve your spot before arriving
in the 18th century the Helena family made the clever decision to convert their chalk
quarries into one of the most expensive and beautiful wine aging facilities in France
this site is renowned the world over and recognized as UNESCO world heritage site
these chalk wine cellars are nearly 40 meters deep and extend over eight kilometers across two levels
is famous for the chalk Cathedrals which are still open this day and can be visited of course
no wine cellar tour would be complete without a tasting the end of your tour of Rina comes with
a complimentary tasting of some of ruina's finest champagne The Verve Kiko estate spreads over an
impressive 390 hectares including its Vineyards a champagne house and its breathtaking wine cellars
no two trips to verth Pico are the same each tour of these wine cellars is a bespoke experience
that takes you through historic chalk wine caverns and ends with a tasting of Berkeley
CO's world-renowned wine we actually recommend paying a little extra for the blind tasting of
Verve Kiko's yellow label bloat and their vintage Cuvee birthday Co is also open to private events
you can book a private tour wine tasting and gastronomic experience held on their beautifully
decorated wine cellars the dining experience at verve2co is run by their own kitchen and focuses
on food experiences that are sure to provide the same level of luxury in history as their
if this sounds like your cup of tea you can reach out to this champagne house to organize your very
own adventure amazing is known as one of the most prestigious champagne houses in ippany the first
thing you're going to notice on your journey to Maison gourne is the stunning architecture
the building radiates the stated Providence that gonne's reputation is built on the house itself
was built in the 19th century Gothic style and provides a captivating location to enjoy
everything epele has to offer your experience at Maison Gomez continues with an opportunity
to explore the grounds and the Maison itself there are also beautiful walking trails that
take you through some of France's most pristine Countryside all the while you can enjoy sipping
on Maison Gomez world-class wine and champagne options you can have your beverages on the
Terrace in the garden or lounge with your bubbly inside the historic champagne house
Maison gonna gets really exciting on the tour you'll get a first-hand journey through both
their historic wine cellars and get the rare privilege of touring their processing operation
also finds itself conveniently located on Champagne Avenue which means you can
Tour all three locations and experience all the world's greatest wine in a single trip
we're big proponents of When in Rome do as the Romans do which is part of the reason
I try to pronounce these non-english words as authentically as possible
but more than that it's polite and it makes life a little easier when abroad with that in
mind here are a few tips to make your visit to the Champagne region a little smoother
Verve Kiko and just about any champagne house in France needs to be booked in advance
even if their website says you can get tickets at the door you should buy yours ahead of time these
are world-class destinations and people flock from all corners of the globe to explore Wine Country
you'll also always need to book an advance for their restaurants these book up even faster
than tours and some only take bookings years in advance booking your tickets ahead of time ensures
that you guarantee your spot way ahead of time visiting the Chateau of a historic Vineyard is not
like taking a tour of your local Brewery believe it or not this is a once in a lifetime trip to
one of the most prestigious destinations in the world so why not have a little fun and dress up
it's not uncommon to run into celebrities Nobles and important figures while exploring the
champagne houses around Stacy this is the perfect occasion to splurge on a new outfit or break out
your special occasion outfits when it comes to two of the wine cellars opt for something a bit warmer
that you can walk freely in it might be tempting to go for heels and an eye-catching dress but wine
cellars are kept at 10 degrees Celsius and often have rough terrain that would be challenging to
walk in anything but comfortable shoes I don't but I am trying and trying at the very least
will be appreciated by most French folk knowing a little French before heading out on your trip will
unlock a much more friendly side of the people who run and maintain these French tourism hot spots
the biggest insiders in French tourism will all tell you that knowing some basic French
is the best way to get the locals on your side while they are mostly all fluent in English and
other languages starting our conversations in French is a cultural sign of respect that will
get you places in wine country always starting a conversation with bonjour will already put you
ahead asking a French person if they speak English in English in France will not earn many brownie
points there are a few Insider tips for when to book your French champagne house experience
most wineries only do tours and other experiences on working days this means you should avoid
booking your trip during major French holidays weekends New Years and summer are some of the
most popular times to book these trips if you want to dodge the lines and maybe even save a little
money consider booking your trip during the off season the French also enjoy taking a leisurely
lunch break and this includes tour guides and champagne house staff take a tip from the French
and kick back during the hours from noon to 2PM when most businesses slow down anyway here's the
biggest tip from anyone who's vacationed in French Wine Country leave plenty of space in
your luggage to bring home some bubbly you want to make sure that you pack a flexible wardrobe that
can handle cool French evenings as well as fancy dinner occasions if you forget the little things
like a phone charger adapter Stacy are major tourist locations that will definitely have
everything you need some hotels even have these items stocked just in case a vacationer misplaces
the essentials all right you're ready to hit the scene on your next trip to the Avenue de champagne
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