Rhône Valley Wine Tour and Tastings from Avignon (Small Group)

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Your 4-hour tour begins with afternoon pickup from Avignon. Relax as your minibus winds into the verdant Rhône Valley, a fertile and faceted wine region with many distinctive appellations. Visit an acclaimed winery, you'll drive east to the world-famous Châteauneuf-du-Pape region, where the prestigious Appellation d'Origine Controlée (AOC) regulations were developed. While at the wine estate, you’ll learn more about the AOC rules that set the standard for fine wine as you stroll through facilities and enjoy a tasting session including several beautiful samples. By the end of the tour, you’ll better understand the rich ecology of the Rhône Valley and the elite art of viticulture in southern France. Relax on the ride back to Avignon returning by early evening.