Top 8 Wine Tastings in Ay

Destination: Ay.
Be welcomed at 4:00pm in Mareuil-sur-Ay at a typical Champagne House in the middle of Champagne vineyards (Le Clos Corbier). During the visit to the cellars dug in the 1850’s, you will start with the discovery of a traditional press and learn all about the secrets of the champagne making process. Take a seat and enjoy your tasting class with a champagne quiz then train your nose to identify the different aromas and flavors that can be found in Champagne through an olfactory workshop. Get competitive as you blindly identify 3 different Champagnes from the family including one Grand Cru Vintage. You will enjoy some local sweet treats and finger food paired with your champagnes ! (It can be adapted to allergies or specific diets) Your Champagne experience ends around 5:30pm.
Known For: Ay Food & Drink, Ay Walking Tours, Ay Wine Tours, Ay Small Group, Ay Wine Tastings, Ay Cultural Tours, Ay Excellent Quality.
Duration: Around 1 hour and a half.

Destination: Ay.
Together, we will leave for a period of 2 hours to discover the historic vineyard of Aÿ-Champagne, classified as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. You will immerse yourself in my profession as a winegrower during a peaceful and romantic stroll. Then, I will make you discover my champagnes in the heart of the vines. It is therefore in the heart of nature and facing unforgettable landscapes, that the moment of a tasting time stops, giving way to the effervescence of Champagne emotions. Prepare to share my open-air bubble and remember to bring a cap, hat, scarf, jacket and good humor (depending on the weather conditions) on the day of our adventure.
Known For: Ay Food & Drink, Ay Historical Tours, Ay Audio Guides, Ay Bus Tours, Ay Car Tours, Ay Wine Tours, Ay Wine Tastings, Ay Private Sightseeing Tours.
Duration: Around 2 hours.

Destination: Epernay.
Near Epernay, Capital of the Champagne vineyard, discover the most famous Grand Cru/Premier Cru vineyards and villages of the historic hillsides of Champagne listed as World Heritage Site by Unesco in the Marne Valley, predominantly planted with Pinot Noir. In Hautvillers, village called the “Cradle of Champagne”, guided tour of the church of Dom Pérignon and the vineyard. Discovery of the famous village and Grand cru vineyard of Aÿ-Champagne. Visit the production site of a family of independent producer/grower followed by a commented tasting of a selection of 3 Champagnes Grand Cru/Premier Cru, as well as the essential Champagne alcohols and aperitifs during additional tastings. Pause at the most beautiful viewpoints of Champagne in the heart of the vineyards and gain more understanding of vineyard management.
Known For: Epernay Wine Tours, Epernay Wine Tastings, Epernay Historical Tours, Epernay 4WD Tours, Epernay Food & Drink, Epernay Excellent Quality, Epernay Bus Tours, Epernay Half-day Tours, Epernay Private Sightseeing Tours.
Duration: Around 3 hours and a half.

Destination: Ay.
Be welcomed in Mareuil-sur-Ay at a typical Champagne House (Le Clos Corbier). After a Champagne quizz, train your nose to identify the different aromas and flavors that can be found in Champagne through an olfactory workshop. Get competitive as you get to identify blindly 3 different Champagnes from boutique wineries all while eating some local snacks. Immerse yourself into the french lifestyle with a traditional lunch which consists in homemade regional specialties paired with a variety of Champagnes. Please indicate any dietary restrictions and/or allergies (vegetarian, gluten-free, etc.) We may charge an additional fee if these are not notified within 24 hours prior to the experience.
Known For: Ay Restaurants, Ay Small Group, Ay Wine Tastings, Ay Excellent Quality, Ay Dining Experiences, Ay Food & Drink, Ay Cooking Classes, Ay Wine Making Workshops, Ay Lunch.
Duration: Around 3 hours.

Destination: Epernay.
Near Epernay, Capital of the Champagne vineyard, discovery of the "Côte des Blancs" Grand Cru and the famous village and vineyard of Hautvillers in the historic hillsides of the Marne Valley listed as World Heritage Site by UNESCO. In Hautvillers, village called the “Cradle of Champagne”, guided tour of the church of Dom Pérignon and the vineyard. Pause at the most beautiful viewpoint of Champagne in the heart of the vineyard with explanations of viticulture management. Visit the production sites of two families of independent producers/growers followed by commented tastings of a selection of 6 Champagnes Grand Cru/Premier Cru, as well as the essential Champagne alcohols and aperitifs during additional tastings. Discovery tour of the "Côte des Blancs", famous area for its Grand Cru Chardonnay 100% Blanc de Blancs. Commented passage through the Avenue de Champagne in Epernay, called "the most expensive Avenue in the World" with its 200 million bottles in the cellars.
Known For: Epernay Wine Tours, Epernay Wine Tastings, Epernay Historical Tours, Epernay 4WD Tours, Epernay Food & Drink, Epernay Excellent Quality, Epernay Bus Tours, Epernay Half-day Tours, Epernay Private Sightseeing Tours.
Duration: Around 3 hours and a half.

Destination: Epernay.
Discovery of the most famous Grand Cru and Premier Cru vineyards and villages of Champagne around Epernay : The "Côte des Blancs" famous for its Chardonnay and the "Marne Valley" and its historic hillsides listed as World Heritage Site by UNESCO predominantly planted with Pinot Noir. In Hautvillers, called the “Cradle of Champagne”, guided tour of the Church of Dom Pérignon and the vineyard. Discovery of the famous village and Grand Cru vineyard of Aÿ-Champagne. Pause at the most beautiful viewpoints of Champagne and gain more understanding of vineyard management. Discovery tour in the "Côte des Blancs" Grand Cru. Visit the production sites of two families of independent growers followed by tastings of 6 Champagnes Grand Cru/Premier Cru, as well as the essential Champagne alcohols and aperitifs. Commented passage through the "Avenue de Champagne" in Epernay, called "the most expensive Avenue in the World". Convivial Champagne lunch (a bootle for 2 persons).
Known For: Epernay Full-day Tours, Epernay Bus Tours, Epernay Historical Tours, Epernay 4WD Tours, Epernay Day Trips, Epernay Private Sightseeing Tours, Epernay Food & Drink, Epernay Wine Tastings, Epernay Excellent Quality, Epernay Wine Tours.

Destination: Epernay.
Discover the famous Grand Cru and Premier Cru villages and vineyards around Epernay in the historic hillsides of the Marne Valley listed as World Heritage Site by UNESCO and the Côte des Blancs. Visits to 3 families of independent Champagne winegrowers/producers with explanation of the Champagne making process. Playful workshop to discover the different aromas of Champagne and its 3 emblematic grape varieties : Pinot Noir, Meunier and Chardonnay. 15 commented tastings (9 Champagnes Grand Cru/Premier Cru plus the famous wines, alcohols and aperitives of the region) in gastronomic pairings with local dishes and products are planned in order to discover the gourmet secrets of the Champagne region. During the visit of 4 authentic Champagne places selected for you, more than 15 flavors will awaken your taste buds ! Commented passage in the famous "Avenue de Champagne" of Epernay, called “the most expensive Avenue in the world” with its 200 million bottles in the cellars.
Known For: Epernay Full-day Tours, Epernay Bus Tours, Epernay Historical Tours, Epernay 4WD Tours, Epernay Day Trips, Epernay Private Sightseeing Tours, Epernay Food & Drink, Epernay Wine Tastings, Epernay Excellent Quality, Epernay Wine Tours.

Destination: Reims.
Meet your guide in Reims at 02:00PM or directly at Le Clos Corbier at 02:45PM. Discover the charm of the Champagne countryside through a pleasant drive to a typical Champagne House, Le Clos Corbier, where your electric bike will be ready for you to ride. After a brief warm-up to get comfortable with your e-bike, you’ll be set for an unforgettable adventure through the vineyards. Pedal through the picturesque landscapes of Montagne de Reims, its vineyards and villages. Cycle back to Le Clos Corbier down the Marne canal. Visit the cellars and taste different champagnes from the family domaine. You will discover and learn about the champagne making process. After this memorable afternoon, your guide will drop you off at Le Clos Corbier at 06:15PM or in Reims at 07:00PM. Please note: - electric bikes are heavier than regular bikes, as a consequence, it is required to be comfortable cycling. - in case of bad weather the tour will be operated by minivan
Known For: Reims Day Trips, Reims Half-day Tours, Reims Mountain Bike Tours, Reims E-Bike Tours, Reims Likely to Sell Out, Reims Wine Tastings, Reims Wine Tours, Reims Historical Tours, Reims Bus Tours, Reims Likely To Sell Out, Reims Food & Drink, Reims Excellent Quality, Reims Small Group.
Duration: Around 5 hours.