Cheese and Charcuterie Boards in France: The 13 Best Days Out

1.Tasting of 6 Bordeaux wines and pairing charcuterie & cheese

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 199 reviews · 1 hour 15 minutes (approx.) · from $54Our pick

Join Mathilde or Cécilia in Bordeaux for a small-group tasting of six wines, from dry whites and classic reds to a sweet pour. You’ll learn about appellations, terroir, grape varieties, blending, and French labels while sampling local cheese and charcuterie. The 75-minute session takes place in a courtyard, cellar, or tasting room.

“My fault but Was half hour late; experience was comfortable and relaxing; my hostess was most accommodating”

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2.Wine Masterclass with Cheese and Charcuterie Board

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 184 reviews · 1h 30m · from $53

Spend 90 minutes at Olala Bordeaux with an English or French-speaking wine guide. Taste one white and five red wines, compare left-bank and right-bank styles, and practice tasting with cheese, charcuterie, bread, and an aroma kit. Guides such as Antoine, Hugo, Enzo, and Anna have led lively classes, though the lineup and wines can change.

“Absolutely fantastic guy running it. Very informative and knowledgeable and very friendly and helpful. I learnt a lot on the day.”

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3.Introduction to Bordeaux wines paired with cheeses & charcuterie

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 175 reviews · 1 hour (approx.) · from $35

Meet at 2ter Rue Mably for a compact Bordeaux wine workshop led in English by a local expert. You’ll taste white wine, left-bank and right-bank reds, including a Bordeaux grand cru, while learning about terroir, grape varieties, appellations, and food pairing. The small group format leaves room for questions.

“Had so much fun trying the wines provided and tasting the charcuterie paired with it. Guide was very knowledgeable.”

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4.Bordeaux Wines Masterclass paired with cheeses & charcuterie

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 110 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $54

Meet a Bordeaux wine expert at 2ter Rue Mably for a 90-minute tasting class near the Grand Théâtre. You’ll learn about terroir, appellations, grape varieties, blending, and wine service while tasting one white and five reds with local cheeses, charcuterie, and baguette. Guides may include Hugo, Vincent, Noe, Matilde, or Antoine.

“It has been a masterclass very interesting to know thoroughly the wine and the way to produce the wine of Bourdeaux. Antoine (the sommellier) is an expert that can explain a log of things in a simple way. Our group was only 3 people and we think that it is an experience for small groups. Higly recommendable experience!”

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5.Wine Tasting Experience with 6 Wines and Cheese Board

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 80 reviews · 2 hours · from $84

Meet Nico, a Parisian sommelier, at the Paris Wine Co boutique for six French wines, AOC cheeses, baguette, and water. He explains regions, appellations, terroir, tasting technique, and food pairings in English. Expect a friendly, hands-on two-hour session with plenty of questions, stories, and practical advice for buying French wine.

“Very informative and good range or wine and cheese we tasted (and drank). Would recommend”

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6.Lyon: City Cruise with Charcuterie, Cheese, and Wine

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 76 reviews · 1h 30m · from $44

Spend 90 minutes aboard Le Confluence or L’Officiel, cruising Lyon’s waterways with a board of cheese and charcuterie plus one glass of wine or a soft drink. Your hostess points out Fourvière Basilica, Croix-Rousse, the music conservatory, and the Confluence district. The meeting boat can change, so check your email before setting out.

“It was great but directions on how to get there are average.”

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7.Saint-Emilion: Grand Cru Classé Cheese & Charcuterie Visit

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 65 reviews · 1h 30m · from $44

Visit Château Tour Baladoz and Château La Croizille, two Saint-Émilion Grand Cru Classé wineries with very different winemaking styles. Your guide leads you through a traditional cellar and a modern facility, followed by three tastings and a cheese and charcuterie board on a terrace overlooking the vines. English, French, and Spanish are available.

“È stata una bellissima esperienza. Nonostante il nostro ritardo dovuto ad un imprevisto negli spostamenti, sono stati gentilissimi e ci hanno aiutato a recuperare la visita. La guida parla un inglese molto comprensibile, ma non meno tecnico per questo, riuscendo a farsi intendere anche da chi non ha un eccellente livello di inglese (come noi). Il luogo è incantevole, con una meravigliosa terrazza sui vigneti, una vista veramente stupenda. Unica critica: dovrebbe essere meglio segnalata la distanza dal centro di saint emilion o dalla stazione ferroviaria perché il luogo non è facilmente raggiungibile a piedi e occorre senz'altro noleggiare un mezzo (consigliata la bici, noleggiabile solo a sa...”

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8.tasting workshop of 6 to 8 wines with charcuterie chocolate cheese

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 48 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $24Best value

Meet winemaker Jean-Claude at Domaine Vents du Sud in Vingrau for a 90-minute tasting of 6 to 8 natural white, rosé, red, and sweet wines. He explains local grapes and pairings in English, with charcuterie, cheese, and chocolate. The private session includes free parking and returns to the meeting point.

“The knowledge imparted to us was invaluable, yet so much fun. Any questions we had were answered to perfection. I have learned so much during that day even though I studied wines for 3 years and really fell in love with wines and vineyards all over again. Finally and most importantly the quality and taste of the wines were second to none. !! Thank you for this incredible experience”

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9.French wine tasting with cheeses and charcuterie

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 41 reviews · 1 hour · from $57

Spend about an hour at La Cave du Canal tasting four French wines, from Bordeaux, Burgundy, the Loire, and the Rhône. Your sommelier explains grapes, regions, and tasting methods while you enjoy a board of cheese and charcuterie. English is available, and host Benoit has earned praise for his warm, clear instruction.

“Benoit was an amazing host, he was so knowledgeable and patient with our group. It was the perfect activity for a cold winter day in Paris. Would highly recommend to anyone interested in learning or tasting French wine.”

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10.Tasting of Bordeaux red wines, wine and charcuterie pairings

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 24 reviews · 1 hour (approx.) · from $46

Meet Mathilde, Cécilia, or another certified host at 25 Av. Thiers for a one-hour Bordeaux tasting. You’ll sample four reds, including a mystery glass and an older wine, with charcuterie matched to each style. Learn how Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, terroir, and aging shape the glass, then take home a tasting booklet.

“This is your own personal experience with a knowledgeable wine connoisseur. So delightful! Thank you for the wonderful afternoon!”

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11.Wine, Cheese and Charcuterie tasting

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 17 reviews · from $57

Meet Marta at La Bottega Marta Vini in central Chamonix for a one-hour tasting built around five themes: Air, Water, Fire, Earth, and Bella Ciao. You’ll sample four Italian wines with tapas, cold meats, cheese, and focaccia while Marta explains the ideas behind each pour in French, English, or Italian.

“Amasing experience and value for money. The wine bar was very cosy, and the owner was kind, passionate and knowledgeable. We had 4 generous glasses of very interesting and tasty local wine and lots of delicious snacks. The owner explained in great detail about all the wines and patiently answered all our questions.”

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12.Visit and tasting of wines and cheese and charcuterie platter

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 10 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $36

Visit Domaine Specht near Colmar for a 90-minute cellar tour in English. See the pressing hall, stainless steel vats, and historic wooden tuns before tasting estate wines with cheese and charcuterie. Guides including Orianne and Herr Specht have led informative, personal tastings, with Riesling, Gewurztraminer, and Pinot Noir among the wines you may try.

“We had an excellent tour from start to finish. The young lady who showed us around was very patient with all our questions. Extremely informative. The wines were all superb. The charcuterie board was perfect. It was a wonderful way to spend a few hours on our 41st anniversary!”

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13.Château Petit Mangot’s aperitif: charcuterie, cheeses, and wines

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2 reviews · 2 hours · from $31

Spend two hours at Château Petit Mangot with a French or English-speaking guide. Walk through the Décamps family vines, learn how Saint-Émilion red wine is made, taste three AOC reds including Saint-Émilion Grand Cru, then settle on a private terrace for cheese, charcuterie, and vineyard views.

“Très belle visite qui permet d’apprendre plein de choses sur l’appellation et la façon de faire le Saint-Émilion. Notre guide était très attentionnée et elle avait une très bonne connaissance sur l’exploitation et le vin. La dégustation est très agréable et le moment de partage autour du plateau de fromage et de charcuterie est excellent et sont de très bons produits. Les vins du Château Petit Mangot’s sont vraiment très bons et sont à découvrir. Nous recommandons fortement cette activité sans hésitation. Vous passerez un très bon moment si vous aimez les bons vins. À faire absolument et mérite d’être connu de tous.”

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