Try the perfect apéro activity in Paris!
French Wine & Taste experience
with a Sommelier
Discover the diversity of French wines in a cosy, authentic Parisian wine shop. Taste five distinctive French wines and explore how sweet, sour, salty, bitter and spicy flavours can completely change the way wine tastes.
Ever wondered why some wines taste wonderfully fresh, while others feel rich, round and powerful? Or why the same wine can taste completely different depending on what you eat?
Join me for a relaxed and interactive wine tasting in a traditional French wine shop in the heart of Paris!
I'm Tim, a certified sommelier and wine educator with over 13 years of experience teaching wine enthusiasts. My philosophy is simple: wine doesn't have to be complicated or intimidating. It's about discovering, tasting, sharing and, above all, having fun!
During this experience, we'll explore five distinctive French wine styles, each representing a different expression of France's extraordinary wine heritage:
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Fresh & crisp whites: Discover French white wines with lively acidity and refreshing character.
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Rich & full-bodied whites: Explore wines with more body, texture and intensity.
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Light & fruity reds: Discover elegant reds with freshness, delicate tannins and plenty of fruit.
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Bold & powerful reds: Taste deeper, more structured reds with greater intensity and complexity.
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Sweet French wines: Discover the delicious diversity of France's naturally sweet and dessert wines.
But here's where things get interesting!
We'll put these five wines to the test with five different taste sensations: sour, salty, sweet, bitter and spicy.
Through a series of small tasting exercises, you'll discover how these flavours interact with wine. Why does salt make certain wines taste smoother? Why can sweetness make a dry wine seem more acidic? And why can spicy food make some wines feel surprisingly hot?
No previous wine knowledge is needed. Just bring your curiosity and your taste buds!
What makes this experience special?
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Discover five different styles of French wine.
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Learn about France's wine regions and their distinctive characters.
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Explore the fascinating relationship between food flavours and wine.
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Take part in fun, interactive tasting exercises.
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Enjoy an authentic wine experience in a cosy French caviste.
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Learn from a certified sommelier and experienced wine educator.
Whether you're a complete beginner or already passionate about wine, you'll leave with a better understanding of French wines, some practical food-pairing knowledge and, hopefully, a few new favourites.
Practical & Prices
Participants: Minimum of 5 and maximum of 8 participants, no previous wine knowledge needed. Private tastings possible upon request.
Location: Vin Et Whisky, 62 Rue Monge, 75005, Paris
Duration: +/- 2 hours
Price per person: 60€
Languages; available in English, French & Dutch
Schedule:
Tuesday 4pm - 6pm
Wednesday: 11am - 1pm
Wednesday: 4pm - 6pm
Thursday: 11am - 1pm
Thursday: 4pm - 6pm
Friday: 11am - 1pm
Other days and timings possible upon request
Not suitable for people under 18 & pregnant women
Strollers and baby carriages are not allowed (due to the small size of the venue)