France By The Glass

29/10/2024

Cruising Through The Vines: A Sommelier-Led Wine Journey
September 10 - 17, 2025

Almost sold out!! Indulge in an unforgettable culinary journey with fellow wine lovers on the stunning Rhine and Moselle Rivers September 10-17, 2025. As we sail through four enchanting countries - Luxembourg, Germany, France, and Switzerland - we will explore historic sites, ancient ruins, and charming villages, all while enjoying a week of fine wines and gourmet cuisine.

Led by your own private sommelier, we will discover the diverse local wines, ranging from exceptional Riesling to elegant Pinot Noir, offering something for every palate. And, as always, we will have your favorite California wines available on the ship. Sipping bubbly on the top deck while admiring the amber and gold harvest vineyards is sure to be extraordinary!

One perk of traveling with our sommelier-led groups -- we bring wine with us! You can also bring your own wine onboard if you choose. We will be hosting exclusive wine events and an incredible wine-paired dinner just for our group. There will be no shortage of delicious food and wine from beginning to end - don't miss it!

Highlights of this 7-night all-inclusive cruise include:

- Private wine group led by sommelier
- Choice of several excursions daily
- Scenic cruise through the stunning UNESCO-designated Rhine Gorge
- Cycling and hiking through the Black Forest, medieval towns and vineyards
- Wine tastings at local wineries
- Visits to ancient Roman ruins and historic castles
- Tours of fairytale villages, grand palaces & gardens
- La Chaîne des Rôtisseurs dinner
- Exclusive wines and events just for our group, including a private wine-paired dinner in The Chef’s Table restaurant
- Optional post-cruise land tour in Alsace or Champagne

Just a few cabins remain - don’t wait to place your deposit!

Here is a link with the details.
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1-0YYtdBJvp0PAuG32Fn9olY2FyrHQ-Jb/view

To Book
Contact France Journeys at [email protected] or call 810-874-1287. or
Curvee Wine Travel at [email protected] or call
630-418-6121.

30/12/2023

You do love wine, but do you actually know your basics when it comes to wine tasting? 👀

We’ve broken it down to 3 essential steps: looking, smelling and tasting. It seems obvious and easy when put this way, but it is a little more complex than you might think!

Read all about it in our article:
https://www.vinsvaldeloire.fr/en/3-steps-tasting-wine

Photos by Mélanie Denizot

08/11/2023

https://www.thelocal.fr/20231107/global-wine-production-reaches-lowest-level-since-1961/?tpcc=newsletter_member&utm_source=newsletter&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=frances_winter_olympics_plans_and_what_you_need_to_know_about_marianne&utm_term=2023-11-08

Global wine production has fallen this year to its lowest level since 1961 as vineyards were pummelled by extreme weather events, the International Organisation of Vine and Wine (OIV) said on Tuesday.

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Champagnes from 2022 are expected to be

03/05/2021

Amazing Chef. Can't wait to try this Champagne.

05/03/2021

Gérard Bertrand, one of France's best-known winemakers, shared his picks for what to see, do, eat, and drink in the Languedoc-Roussillon region.