Have A Foodie Vacation With France Wine Tours

Have A Foodie Vacation With France Wine Tours

by Josephine Pennington

One of Europe's top destinations is France. This country is especially a favorite among those who love culture, art and the good life. The countryside is spectacularly beautiful too, dotted with rolling hills, fields that stretch on forever, slowly flowing rivers, charming villages and vineyards. For a way to experience the best of the countryside, from scenery to delectable tastes, you may want to consider going on some <A href="http://decantertours.com">France wine tours</A>.

One area not to miss is the world-famous Bordeaux region. This is not only the second-largest wine region on Earth but is the one most people have hear of. The city of Bordeaux is situated along the tranquil Garonne River and makes a pleasant base from which to explore the area's vineyards. There is a wine museum here too, so you can become acquainted with the process of making and appreciating wines.

Dijon is a city famous for its mustard and is home to some fascinating museums and historical sights. However, it's also the capital of the Burgundy region, another area renowned for its vineyards. With its lovely medieval towns, forests and beautiful lakes, the Burgundy region is great for lovers of the outdoors as well.

Not far from the Burgundy region lies the Champagne region. It's not named for the bubbly drink. Instead, champagne got its name from the region, since this is where the celebratory tipple originated. A good place to stay if you want to go exploring here is Reims, since many champagne producers are based in this city. Reims is also home to a beautiful cathedral where many a French king and queen was crowned.

Near Paris you may want to explore the Loire Valley, part of which is a World Heritage Site. The valley is home to scores of castles and most of these are located near Orleans, where Joan of Arc was from. You may want to make Orleans your base if you don't want to do a day trip from Paris. This makes it easier to sample the locally produced vintages too.

The French summer is best enjoyed in Provence, located in the southeast. Fields of jasmine and lavender perfume the air and the countryside is dotted with villages that haven't changed much since the Middle Ages or since the days when Van Gogh and Gauguin lived and painted here. The Rhone flows through the region and is best explored on a barge. Be prepared for some serious gluttony though, since Provence is foodie heaven and also produces excellent rose wines.

Of course it wouldn't make any sense to visit France and not see Paris, home of the Eiffel Tower, the Arc de Triomphe, the Louvre and all the chicest fashion designers. While this is not a place famous for its wineries, the city has a convenient location that places you within easy reach of most wine regions. You can also sample the many wines on offer in the local restaurants, decide on your favorites and then go to the source.

There are many different wine tours on offer, from epic week-long trips to day-long excursions. Find them online or ask your travel agent's advice. If you'd rather go it alone, invest in a good map, hire a car when you arrive at the airport and get ready for the foodie experience of a lifetime.



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