Apr–Oct offers a good combination of climate, landscape and operation of producers, markets and gastronomic experiences throughout the itinerary.
FRANCE · GASTRONOMY + CULTURE
FRANCE — COGNAC & COGNAC HOUSES
Between stills and chais, understand how one of France's great distillates is born.
DURATION5 days
BEST TIMEApr–Oct
EXPERIENCEGastronomy + Culture
COUNTRYFrance
THE JOURNEY
Route map
Bordeaux or Paris → Cognac → Grande Champagne → Petite Champagne → Cognac
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FEATURED
Key highlights
1Tastings in Bordeaux or Paris
2Cognac producers and terroirs
3Vineyards and landscapes of Grande Champagne
4Cellars and cellars
5Regional gastronomy
6Harmonizations and local styles
Between stills and chais, understand how one of France's great distillates is born. The combination of Bordeaux or Paris and Petite Champagne gives the itinerary an identity that does not depend on a single postcard.
SEASONALITY
When to go
A STARTING POINT
Suggested base itinerary
DAY 1
Arrival in Bordeaux or Paris
Bordeaux or Paris opens the journey with cellars, terroirs and local styles from Bordeaux or Paris.
DAY 2
Bordeaux or Paris → Cognac
Travel from Bordeaux or Paris to Cognac. After arrival, the day opens up for visits to properties and tastings in Cognac.
DAY 3
Cognac — local experience
Cognac gets a full day for vineyards, producers and tastings in Cognac.
DAY 4
Cognac → Grande Champagne
Departure from Cognac towards Grande Champagne, where upon arrival you can start exploring the markets, producers and flavors of Grande Champagne.
DAY 5
Grande Champagne → Petite Champagne
The journey leaves Grande Champagne and heads to Petite Champagne, with the rest of the day focused on regional cuisine and table experiences in Petite Champagne.
THE EXPERIENCE
The spirit of the journey
Distillation, aging and blending of Cognac between historic houses and small producers. The sequence between Bordeaux or Paris and Petite Champagne gives concrete form to this proposal.
YOUR WAY
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