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A roman city that gave its name to the wine of this region in the roman times, it is a “must-see”! Vitis Vienna was one of the best wine of the Roman Empire and the city of Vienne had the second commercial harbour after Ostie. Come and live this history and taste this wine still exceptional today!
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Duration: 4 hours
Starts: Lyon, France
Trip Category: Food, Wine & Nightlife >> Wine Tasting & Winery Tours
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What to Expect When Visiting Lyon, Auvergne-Rhone-Alpes, France
A roman city that gave its name to the wine of this region in the roman times, it is a “must-see”! Vitis Vienna was one of the best wine of the Roman Empire and the city of Vienne had the second commercial harbour after Ostie. Come and live this history and taste this wine still exceptional today!
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Stop At: Vienne, Vienne, Isere, Auvergne-Rhone-Alpes
Just 20 minutes south of Lyon, come to discover Vienne, a small town with a big historical past.
We will tell you the secrets of this roman city that became an important town in the Middle-ages as illustrated by the majestic cathedral.
Vienne represents nowadays one the most important archeological heritage in France. You’ll see several roman remains such a temple built in the 1st century BC during a stroll in the lovely old town.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Ampuis, Ampuis, Rhone, Auvergne-Rhone-Alpes
You will then go on the other side of the Rhône river to discover the Northern Côtes du Rhône. In the Côte-rôtie vineyard, you will learn and understand how this area can produce a wine with such an aromatic richness. You’ll immediately be seduced by the magnificent view over the Rhône valley and the abrupt hillsides of these vineyards.
You will go to a local winery where you’ll delight yourself with the spicy and red fruit aromas but especially the elegance of the Côte rôtie.
Duration: 2 hours
