10 unmissable wine cellars

Domaine Rion

The Rion family has two passions: wine and truffles. They invite you on a tour with them of the Vosne-Romanée vines, to their truffle patches and of course into their wine cellar where they will tell you all about their fantastic products.

You can expect a truly unforgettable experience here, especially if you opt for the 'winegrower experience' which ends with a dinner and tasting at Armelle and Bernard Rion's restaurant.

>> We like: enjoying a meal with a winegrower

Maison Prosper Maufoux

The Château de Saint-Aubin boasts 300 years of history and overlooks 9 hectares of vines managed according to sustainable practices.  

Here, the Piffaut family has a range of wine-themed experiences on offer to give the estate's great red and white wines the appreciation they deserve.

>> We like: making the experience last a while longer by staying in one of the four rooms with a view of the Côte de Beaune  

Domaine de Chanzy

Venture inside the Domaine Chanzy, and you'll come across a typical winegrower's house from the 17th century, complete with ancient wine cellars.

From delivery of the grapes on the day of the grape harvest, to the ageing process, you'll be able to find out about how the great Burgundy wines are produced, before moving on to the practical side with a tasting of the estate's very best vintage wines.

>> We like: the chance to take a peek behind the scenes of a winegrowing estate

Domaine Auvigue

The Auvigue family are fiercely proud producers of Pouilly-Fuissé wines, and have always been passionate about sharing their love of wine and individual plot winegrowing.

Inside Fuissé village church where this estate has taken up residence, there's no need for lengthly explanations or daily routines, the wine is simply left to speak for itself!

The tasting session here is designed as a workshop for the senses, and participants are shown how to appreciate all the nuances of Chardonnay with the various Mâconnais wine appellations.

>> We like: their individual plot approach to winegrowing

La Croix Montjoie

Fancy a trip to discover an unknown terroir? If so, then make your way to the Domaine de la Croix Montjoie. The Vézelay vineyard was for a long time abandoned, until it was revived in the 70s, much to the delight of fans of Chardonnay.

On the programme: you'll be greeted on the estate's terrace and given a presentation of the history of the Vézelay wine appellation, followed by a tour of the winery and underground wine cellars, and then an introduction to 3 wines or an introductory tasting session.

>> We like: the introduction to wine tasting with a winegrower

La Chablisienne

La Chablisienne may be over 100 years old, but it has always kept up with the times. This 360° immersive tour is proof of that.

You'll be provided a virtual reality headset to explore the vineyard, wine cellar and winery before then coming back to reality for a private tasting of 4 wines, served with a regional speciality.

>> We like: the virtual reality tour of a wine cellar

Domaine Alain Geoffroy

The ancient wine cellars of the Domaine Geoffroy have been transformed into a one-of-a-kind museum.

In the 8 exhibition rooms, you'll come across an incredible collection of 8,000 corkscrews (the oldest one dates from the 18th century), ancient tools, rare and unusual objects related to the world of wine.

After this journey back in time, you'll get the chance to taste the Chablis wines.

>> We like: the 'curiosity cabinet' feel to this winery

Château de Tracy

The Château de Tracy stands proudly on a rocky spur overlooking the Loire, and it's an impressive sight.

But this place is not only about its looks, here the focus is on conviviality. From the vines to the winery, via the wine cellar of course, you're guaranteed to enjoy your visit.

And for those who would like to find out more about the secrets of the Château de Tracy, a digital, self-guided walking tour is available with a wine tasting.

>> We like: taking a stroll through the vineyard before or after the wine tasting

Château Moulin à Vent

This winegrowing estate is set in the midst of the north Beaujolais vineyard. At the centre of the courtyard stands a 19th century chapel which was transformed into a shop to showcase the estate's best bottles.

>> We like: the comprehensive tour of the surrounding vineyards and ancient wine cellar (16th century).