Discover the collections of the Louvre museum in a new light with a guided tour themed around the art of winemaking. Explore the role that food and wine played in the ancient world through artistic masterpieces from Mesopotamia, Egypt, Greece and the Italian Renaissance. A visit to Da Vinci’s Mona Lisa will reveal an intriguing connection between this famous lady and the world of wine.
A short walk through the Tuileries Garden (weather permitting) will lead to the magnificent Hôtel de Crillon, a Rosewood hotel. This beautiful building, which dates to 1758, was once a destination for Marie Antoinette who is thought to have taken piano lessons in the then private mansion.
Here, you will be introduced to the hotel’s head sommelier, Xavier Thuizat, who will escort you to the wine cellars and conduct a private tasting with five wines paired with 10 canapes, prepared by the chef.
Art of Wine
Perfectly crafted for the wine lover with a visit to the incomparable Louvre Museum and a private wine tasting, led by the head sommelier of Hotel de Crillon, a Rosewood Hotel.
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Discover the collections of the Louvre museum in a new light with a guided tour themed around the art of winemaking. Explore the role that food and wine played in the ancient world through artistic masterpieces from Mesopotamia, Egypt, Greece and the Italian Renaissance. A visit to Da Vinci’s Mona Lisa will reveal an intriguing connection between this famous lady and the world of wine.
A short walk through the Tuileries Garden (weather permitting) will lead to the magnificent Hôtel de Crillon, a Rosewood hotel. This beautiful building, which dates to 1758, was once a destination for Marie Antoinette who is thought to have taken piano lessons in the then private mansion.
Here, you will be introduced to the hotel’s head sommelier, Xavier Thuizat, who will escort you to the wine cellars and conduct a private tasting with five wines paired with 10 canapes, prepared by the chef.
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PARIS AND ITS PEOPLE
BEYOND THE CITY
INTO THE VINES
canapés
This itinerary includes canapés prepared by the chef of the Hôtel de Crillon.
guide
A private guide is included in the itinerary who will provide you with plenty of anecdotes and fun facts to bring back home.
CHAUFFEUR
This experience includes private transportation with a licensed chauffeur. In general, we use Mercedes S-Class or V-Class vehicles.
DURATION
This is an experience that will last approximately 5-6 hours, including all activities, transfers, and tastings.
NUMBER OF PEOPLE
We recommend 2-6 guests for this tour, but can accommodate larger groups upon request.
sommelier
An expert sommelier will walk you through all of the wine tastings and explain pairings for an immersive experience.
