Hong Kong’s leading premium wine retailer and experts, etc wine shops, are inviting wine lovers on the France trip of a lifetime. As part of the Burgundy and Champagne fine wine tours in April 2014, travellers will have access to cellar doors that are usually locked, taste some of the best vintages the regions have on offer, and enjoy breath-taking panoramic views of vineyards and countryside.
The itinerary created by etc wine shops is sure to impress with twin-sharing boutique accommodation and exceptional dining experiences at Michelin-starred restaurants served with the best French cuisine.
Individuals may choose between the 7-day/6-night Burgundy Fine Wine Tour (HK$51,880* per person) from 9 – 15 April or the 5-day/4-night Champagne Fine Wine Tour (HK$42,880* per person), 15 – 19 April. For that ultimate wine experience, wine enthusiasts can enjoy both tours at HK$89,880* per person, which also includes transport from Burgundy to Champagne.
Burgundy Fine Wine Tour
7-day/6-night: Wednesday-Tuesday, 9-15 April 2014
Individual Tour Price: HK$51,880* per person
Grab this opportunity to discover the depth of Bourgogne wines and explore Côtes-de-Nuits vineyards including Vosne-Romanée, Chambolle-Musigny and Domaine de la Romanée-Conti estate. Indulge in the beauty of Côte d’Or and Mercurey AOC, and learn about the gifted terroirs of Premier Crus and Grand Crus.
Activity highlights include visits to prestigious domains such as Christian Moreau in Chablis AOC, and Hospices de Beaune, home to the world’s most famous wine auction. Wine lovers will also experience intimate tastings sessions with the world’s premiere Burgundy wine producers, Bouchard Père & Fils, Joseph Drouhin, Albert Bichot, Faiveley and Dujac. Tasting exemplary Grand Crus & Premier Crus from Echezeaux, Chambolle-Musigny, Chablis, Montrachet, Gevrey Chambertin, Pommard and Vosne-Romanée will make this the tour of a lifetime.
Champagne Fine Wine Tour
5-day/4-night: Tuesday-Saturday, 15-19 April 2014
Individual Tour Price: HK$42,880* per person
Journey through Champagne and meet the region’s most renowned producers. Explore Hautvillers, the birthplace of Champagne, where Dom Perginon’s legendary village and abbey is located, as well as visit boutique Champagne house JM Gobillard & Fils to taste their signature cuvées and Blanc de Noirs.
Tour highlights include intimate and exclusive tasting opportunities with renowned producers, Larmandier-Bernier, Salon & Delamotte, Perrier-Jouët and G.H. Mumm. Relish in the first vintage Champagne, Prestige Cuvée Grand Cru Champagne at the beautiful Veuve Clicquot winery, making this tour a dream come true for many.
Detailed itineraries for each tour are available on request.
For bookings, email innercellar@etcwineshops.com. Only 10 seats are available for each tour.
*Prices quoted are exclusive of airfares and based on twin sharing hotel accommodation.