THE HEART OF WINE & FINE FOOD
A Barge Journey on the French Canals
June 12-18, 2024
Treat yourself to a unique experience of exploring and learning about the Heart of Wine, as you glide through magnificent canals and explore magical towns in France.
Spending a week on a beautiful barge on French canals with a Somellier will be a magical, harmonious and memorable event. You will experience several French fine wines, learn about pairings, the etiquette of wine drinking and the history of wine-making.
Cruising on a barge affords you the luxury of visiting several French villages without ever having to pack or unpack for the entire week. You also avoid congested streets and vehicle pollution while viewing amazing landscapes all along the route. Given that the barge travels at a low speed, you may at times choose to walk along the canal paths to stretch and get a bit of exercise. There are also bicycles on board for those who wish to explore a bit of the countryside.
Your trip begins in Paris with an introduction to the wine journey, delectable dinner paired with fine wines,and an evening cruise as you marvel at the lights and mysteries of this extraordinary city. After your first night on the barge, you begin discovering the Oise River as it meanders through the wooded countryside it has carved meticulously throughout history. This cruise includes a multitude of historic sites and guarantees an in-depth look into the colorful culture of France.
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Some of the wines you will embrace include:
WHITE WINES – VINS BLANCS
Alsace Pinot Gris Weber; Bourgone Aligote; Bourgone Chardonnay; Bordeaux Moelleuy Les Arguillets: Touraine Sauvignon Michel Laurent
ROSE WINES – VINS ROSES
Cotes de Provence Maurin des Maures; Ile de Beaute IGP Cuvee Stella
RED WINES – VINS ROUGES
Alsace Pinot Noir Henri Weber; Bordeaux Chateau Les Vergues; Cotes du Rhone Village Plan de Dieu; Saumur Champigny; Cremant Loire M Laurent
