Wine & Gastronomy
It’ not by chance that Tours has been awarded the title of International City of Gastronomy… Drawn by its lovingly handed-down and maintained culinary heritage, a group of academics decided to locate here in order to observe and promote French cookery practices. Acquaint yourself with our selection of producers, tasting locations and restaurants, to wake up your taste buds and savour Touraine!
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Cellar visit and wine tasting with aperitif boardDuration: 1 hour - Price: €32 for 2 persons A visit to the Cave de Vouvray is a real journey into the world of Vouvray. A journey in several stages, from vine to glass. Discover our new mediation space ‘Follow the Chenin’ where a sound and visual immersion in the world of cooperation awaits you. Follow our guide through 3 kilometres of troglodytic galleries where 6 million bottles are kept. He'll reveal the secrets of how our still and sparkling Vouvray wines are made. Your visit will end with a convivial tasting!
Audio tour with culinary stopsDuration: 3 to 4 hours - Price: €49 Combine cultural discovery with fine dining on this audio-guided tour of Tours. An intuitive app guides you at your own pace, without the constraints of a group. As you wander, you’ll hear explanations about the heritage and key points of interest in the city’s historic centre, along with directions to help you find your way easily, without needing to look at your screen. The tour also includes gourmet stops at carefully selected venues, where you can savour local produce and specialities. An ideal experience for lunchtime.
Guided tour and tasting in EnglishDuration: 1h30 - Price: from €16 When stone tells the story of wine... Troglo Degusto invites you to lose track of time in the heart of thousand-year-old underground galleries. From the formation of the rock to the present day, discover the extraction of tuffeau stone, the stories of the men who shaped these places, as well as unusual features, anecdotes and historical facts. A true journey through time, blending heritage, pleasure and conviviality, followed by a tasting of four wines (or juices) from the Domaine des Tabourelles.
Wine, Cheese & Charcuterie TastingDuration: 1h30 - Price: €22 Located 45 km from Tours, Château Minière, a committed Bourgueil vineyard, offers visitors the chance to discover the vineyard's finest organic and biodynamic wines, accompanied by a platter of charcuterie and cheese. Visits are available every day, at several different times.
