Tips for Planning Successful French Wine Tours

France is a famous destination for enjoying wine trips. Many people book French wine tours to visit the wineries to understand the terroir of a region and grape specificities. Well-planned private French wine tours help you meet with wine growers. Discover a new way to see the effort and passion behind producing the best French wines. 

How to prepare for a French wine trip? Which French wine region to choose? What to pack for a wine tour in France? If these questions are coming into your head, here are a few solutions to consider that can save you time and energy. 

Check the best things to know for planning your French wine tour to stay well-prepared!

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Choose the right wine region for your wine vacation

The best way to enjoy a tour is to choose the French region where to taste your favorite wine! Are you not so sure which wine you prefer? Do not worry! French wine regions are scenic and offer many delights of enjoying top wines!

  • Bordeaux trip to enjoy exquisite French red wine

The wine region in France is famous for red wine. Beautiful Bordeaux welcomes visitors and wine enthusiasts to enjoy wine experiences. You can access the wine region via Bordeaux international airport. 

Explore Bordeaux on a wine tour to taste the best French red wine!

  • Provence trip to enjoy French Rosé

Visit the Provence vineyards to taste the best French Rose wine. Provence is France’s most beautiful wine region to include in your tour. 

  • Alsace trip to enjoy the best French white wine

Are you in love with white wine? The French wine region- Alsace, is the best to visit and explore! Alsace is next to the German border, where most people like to spend a wine trip. The French wine region includes stunning cities, like Colmar and Strasbourg, and small villages- Ribeauvillé and Obernais.

  • Champagne trip to taste the exclusive Champagne!

Champagne is a one-of-a-kind delicate and sparkling beverage. A trip to Champagne vineyards proves a memorable and once-in-a-lifetime experience. 

What to wear on your French wine tour?

When it comes to winery outfits, there are no guidelines! Choose comfortable clothes according to the time of visiting France for a wine tour. 

 Ideas for Suitable Outfit for Winery Visit

  • Sports outfit: If you want to enjoy outdoor activities like long walks, picnics, and bike rides around the vineyards, consider wearing a sports outfit. Wear appropriate shoes that are comfortable to walk around the vineyards.
  • Casual winery outfits: When visiting a winery in France, consider wearing the best casual outfit to live the moment and feel comfortable.
  • Elegant outfit: If you want to enjoy a treat for the best wine experiences at prestigious wine estates like exclusive dinners or tours, consider wearing the best and most elegant outfit. 
  • Avoid wearing beige or white clothes to prevent a spill of red wine.

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 What to pack for your wine-tasting adventure?

When visiting a winery in France, consider bringing a few items! 

  • Carry a vest to stay comfortable when the temperature falls during the tour.
  • If you visit France in summer or spring, bring a cap! It proves helpful when you spend time in the sun while walking around vineyards and visiting the estate. 
  • Carry water to stay hydrated and active during the wine-tasting tour. 
  • Sunglasses are a must to deal with the dazzling sun! 

Keep a little space in your bag to store one or two French wine bottles and bring them home! 

Memorable French wine tours start with proper planning, which you can enjoy with a wine expert at Ross Wine Tours

Contact us at +1 646 420 7214 or drop an email: at david@rosswinetours.com to learn more about well-planned private French wine tours!