SVH ERKEND | 98% VAN ONZE STUDENTEN BEVEELT ONS AAN
SVH ERKEND | 98% VAN ONZE STUDENTEN BEVEELT ONS AAN
France is, without doubt, the most famous wine country in the world. For centuries, wines have been produced here that serve as a global benchmark for quality, tradition, and terroir. From the elegant bubbles of Champagne to the mineral wines of Chablis, the crisp Sauvignons of Sancerre and the refined Pouilly-Fumé, every region tells its own story.”
During a wine tour of France with WTOL, you will discover these iconic wine regions up close. You will visit leading wineries, meet passionate winemakers and deepen your wine knowledge through inspiring tastings and culinary moments.
A WTOL wine tour combines wine study with culinary experience. The tours have been developed for wine enthusiasts, professionals and students of wine courses such as SVH Wine, SVH Gastronomy and SVH Vinologist/Sommelier.
You will learn about grape varieties, viticulture, vinification and tasting techniques, right in the heart of the wine regions themselves. For qualified SVH Registered Vinologists and Sommeliers, CPD points can be earned.
WTOL wine tours are intended for anyone with a passion for wine:
Whether you want to learn, network, or simply enjoy yourself, a wine tour in France with WTOL offers a perfect balance between education and relaxation.
WTOL combines wine tours with education.
During these study trips, you will receive professional guidance. Depending on the tour you can earn 8 CPD points (SVH Register Vinoloog/Sommelier, category A).
France has countless wine regions, each with its own character and charm. WTOL offers wine tours to Champagne, Chablis, Sancerre, Pouilly-Fumé, Bordeaux and many other regions.
A wine tour of France is a unique combination of wine, culture and gastronomy. You will visit famous wine regions such as Champagne, Chablis, Sancerre, and Pouilly Fumé, taste at top wineries, and learn from experienced wine professionals. WTOL turns every tour into an inspiring experience where knowledge and enjoyment come together.
WTOL wine tours are suitable for all wine enthusiasts, hospitality professionals, sommeliers and wine students. WTOL creates tours that are accessible and educational at every level.
No, you don’t need prior knowledge. WTOL wine tours are intended for anyone with an interest in wine. The professional guidance ensures that both beginners and advanced enthusiasts will gain knowledge while enjoying the experience.
Generally included are:
Personal expenses, the return to France and insurance are generally not included.
Yes, various WTOL wine tours provide CPD points for SVH Registered Vinologists and Sommeliers (category A). This is always specified for the particular tour.
The duration of the tours differs per programme. WTOL offers both short wine tours lasting a few days and extensive study trips that encompass several regions.
The groups are intentionally small, usually between 10 and 20 participants. This ensures the tour remains personal, educational and relaxed.
Most WTOL wine tours in France take place using your own transport. This provides flexibility: you can extend the trip, combine it with other regions, or make extra stops along the way
WTOL curates the programs with care, but retains the flexibility to adjust components if necessary. This may occur, for instance, due to weather conditions or changed opening hours at wineries.
WTOL offers more than just a wine tour – it is a learning experience. Thanks to years of expertise in wine education and international contacts with winemakers, you experience wine on a deeper level: professional, personal and inspiring.