Fruits of the vine: French vineyards
No trip to France would be complete without sampling produce from Burgundy or Bordeaux, the country's most famous wine regions
It is often said that France produces some of the best wines, with Château Margaux and Domaine de la Romanée-Conti among the elite. While other countries can give the French a run for their money in winemaking, none can match the French for being the source of so many of the grape varieties found around the world.
Wine is the alcoholic beverage of choice for the French. The wine trade is huge, and no holiday in France would be complete without indulging in a trip or two to some of the best vineyards and tourist attractions to discover the passion behind the wine and the people who make them.
Nuits-St-Georges in the Burgundy region is famous for some of the finest red wines, including the Domaine de la Romanée-Conti. Discovering the history of the region's wine production at the L'Imaginarium is ideal for enthusiasts and families who can learn about the process of tending vines on a tour that features shows, storytelling, and explanations of winemaking tools.
Or, visitors can learn about sparkling wines on another tour with interactive activities and films, before finishing the visit with some wine tasting.
L'Imaginarium also holds sensory workshops, allowing visitors to discover their wine preferences while developing an understanding of specific tastes, which is ideal for anyone who wants to enhance their knowledge of wine. End the day with a visit to the vast boutique, where visitors can purchase their favourite wines from the day and other souvenirs.
