Taste Wine in Lyon: Burgundy, Beaujolais, Rhône, and more
Overview
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2 hours
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Led by Lyon’s Wine Experts—No Driving Required
Skip the long drives and join our team of English-speaking sommeliers for a deep dive into the wines of Beaujolais, Burgundy, and the Northern Rhône—right here in central Lyon.
We’ve handpicked five exceptional wines to showcase the region’s diversity, paired with insider knowledge, food pairings, and stories you won’t find on a standard winery tour.
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Wine
Tastings include local cheese, charcuterie, and baguette.
What To Expect
Sip Your Way Through all of Lyon’s Wine Regions Discover the essence of Lyon's wine culture in our signature Wines of Lyon tasting experience. Located between Beaujolais, Burgundy, and the Northern Rhône, Lyon is France’s undisputed wine capital—and the perfect place to taste it all. Enjoy 5 sustainable, locally sourced wines, each selected for its character, terroir, and story. Guided by our expert, English-speaking sommeliers, you'll learn about regional grapes, vineyards, and winemaking traditions in a relaxed, engaging setting. Hosted in a beautifully restored 1800s silk loft, our tastings blend historic charm with modern comfort (including AC). With a maximum of 10 guests, it’s intimate, social, and tailored to wine lovers of all levels. Whether you're a curious beginner or seasoned sipper, you’ll leave with a deeper appreciation for French wine and Lyon’s unique role in it. Join us for a delicious, unforgettable journey—book your tasting today! Tastings are at 12pm or 4pm. Coming at lunch time? Don't worry, there is plenty of food!
Sample Menu
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5 Glasses of Wine
We always start with Crémant de Bourgogne before discovering Beaujolais, Burgundy, and the Northern Rhône. We'll throw in a wild card too!
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Cheese & Charcuterie Board
Local cheese & cold cuts with artisan bread. Please reach out at least 24 hours in advance if you have dietary restrictions.
Options
Wines of Lyon: Burgundy, Rhône, and Beaujolais
Wine & Food: Includes 5 wines, bread, cheese, and meat. Please tell us if you have food restrictions so we can prepare ahead of time.
Reviews
198 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Highly Recommend this Activity!!
TODDY C,
Oct 20, 2025
- Viator
5.00This experience was a wonderful, fact-filled and tasty introduction to French wines. Our guide (Madeleine) was amazing and we were very thankful to get to spend this time with her. The education and the blind tasting was especially effective. We highly recommend this activity for wine lovers or those interested in learning more!
Absolutely beautiful!
gradey m,
Oct 4, 2025
- Viator
5.00Absolutely amazing! The tasting was exactly as described, our host Ghjulia was extremely knowledgeable and very friendly and the wine and food were delicious! It was an intimate setting which made it that much more enjoyable. Given it was not at various wineries, the information provided was non-biased and we had ample time to discuss the wines in depth. We would highly recommend this tasting, it is truly one of a kind!
We had a great wine...
Pamela L,
Sep 27, 2025
- Viator
5.00We had a great wine tasting with Julia. She was so knowledgeable and introduced us to new wines from the region. A great way to spend two hours when on Lyon.
Great experience with...
Darrell H,
Sep 24, 2025
- Viator
5.00Great experience with Madeline! Super knowledgeable, friendly and very professional. Picked 5 excellent wines for us to try, all from different areas and gave the background on each. Plus the charcuterie board was first class. Highly recommend, much better than visiting a winery or chateau.
Excellent experience! The...
Anthony A,
Sep 22, 2025
- Viator
5.00Excellent experience! The hair was knowledgeable and personable. He was great at answering questions at a level appropriate to the learners’ level of experience. Highly recommended.
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