Where to drink · EPERNAY
The 4 best epernay drinks tours you can book today, with what each one pours, how long it runs and what it costs a head. Number one is top for a reason; start there.
Join an English-speaking guide such as Chloe, Étienne, Anne, or Jérôme for a 4.5-hour tour from Reims. Visit Hautvillers, see Dom Pérignon’s burial place, tour two small Champagne producers, and taste six Champagnes in a group limited to eight people.
“A brilliant day out visiting family-run wineries and finding out all about the process of making champagne. Etienne, our guide, was fantastic!”
Travel from Épernay in a small Estafette Alouette Renault with an English or French guide. Visit Aÿ and Hautvillers, stop for vineyard views, learn how Champagne is made, then taste among the vines. Sabrage costs an extra €15 per person.
“Interesting transport took us away from Epernay and into the vineyards. We had already visited one of the villages but we saw different things that were pointed out to us. Great experience to taste Champagne in amoungst the vines. Small group of just 7. I was with my 19 year old daughter who also loved the experience.”
Spend three and a half hours with an English-speaking guide such as Philippe, Victoria, or Isabelle, visiting Hautvillers, the Côte des Blancs, and a family-run grower. Taste three Grand Cru or Premier Cru Champagnes plus Ratafia, Fine de la Marne, and Marc de Champagne.
“Our tour was fantastic! Nina was so knowledgeable and made for the most lovely afternoon. We felt so lucky to have her expertise while showing us around. Gorgeous views, great information, and yummy champagne!”
Travel from Épernay in a small group of up to seven, passing grand Champagne houses on Avenue de Champagne before visiting Aÿ-Champagne vineyards and a family producer in Oger. Your guide explains the vines and cellar work, followed by three Champagne tastings at one estate.
“Fabulous tour. Small group. Off the beaten track, visit small villages and smaller champagne house. Friendly and knowledgeable guide.”
Pick a bottle and see where it is poured properly.
