The Southern Rhône Valley is a treasure trove for wine lovers, offering much more than the world-famous Châteauneuf-du-Pape. This enchanting region is also home to exceptional producers in charming villages like Gigondas, Séguret, and Vacqueyras, where vineyards stretch across sun-drenched hillsides and produce wines full of character and depth.
Part of the picturesque Provence region, the Southern Rhône Valley is known for its breathtaking landscapes and delicious Mediterranean cuisine. During our journey, we’ll stay in the historic city of Avignon, often referred to as the “City of the Popes.” With its rich history, stunning architecture, and vibrant culture, Avignon serves as the perfect base for our exploration.
For many years, the Southern Rhône has been a region in transformation. Once known for humble “house wines” served in carafes at local taverns, it now boasts a reputation for producing respected wines admired both in France and across the globe. The region’s reds offer a captivating blend of richness, thanks to the Mediterranean warmth, balanced with the vibrant fruit of grenache and syrah grapes, and a touch of herbal finesse from the famous “garrigue” shrubs. Let’s not forget the white wines, which bring their own charm with floral and fresh citrus notes.
But no wine tour in the Rhône would be complete without exploring the Northern Rhône Valley, a region equally celebrated for its distinguished wines. Here, the focus shifts to syrah, the star of the red wines, which are known for their elegance, complexity, and remarkable ageing potential. Wines like Côte-Rôtie and Hermitage are legendary, wines that are rich, sometimes smoky, and full of dark fruit flavours. The Northern Rhône is also renowned for its exquisite white wines, made from viognier, marsanne, and roussanne. These whites are aromatic and luxurious, with flavours of apricot, honeysuckle, and a remarkable freshness.
Join us on this unforgettable journey to experience the magic of both the Southern and Northern Rhône Valleys. Discover world-class wines, stunning scenery, and the warmth of Provençal hospitality with BKWine, one of the world’s leading wine tour operators (*).
You have two options to explore this fabulous wine region with BKWine:
- The Rhone Valley is part of our Grand French Wine Tour to Burgundy and the Rhone Valley, 17-25 September 2025
Alternatively:
- This tour is also available as a bespoke luxury tour for small groups, and may soon again appear on our scheduled programme.
Contact us for more information.
(*) And the only one whose founders and tour leaders have authored 13 internationally award-winning wine books.
