French Cuisine
A culinary journey through France
Treat yourself to a French wine tour, where you can savour a dish in a charming gourmet bistro, indulge in a Michelin-starred feast, or enjoy a meal at a table d’hôte in a winery or chateau. It’s the perfect way to enjoy great wine and food pairings during your holiday. Plus, our epicurean tours, give you the chance to explore France’s rich history, culture and terroir.
At VINOTRIP, we’ll organise your tour in the heart of the winegrowing regions with a selection of places to sample both local produce and fine wines. Our partner sommeliers and winemakers will provide you with an unforgettable multi-sensory journey, letting you discover what makes French gastronomy world famous.
Food and wine pairings
The guiding principle of French food and wine pairing is balance – each dish should heighten the flavours of the wine and vice versa. That’s one of the things we’re here for at VINOTRIP.
On our ‘Truffles and Wines’ tour in Burgundy, you can’t go wrong with a great amuse-bouche like truffle butter toast and a glass of crémant. And for festive occasions, we love lobster with a crisp white Burgundy – its aromatic persistence, depth and length on the palate goes well with the salty taste of seafood dishes.
Or if you're in the Beaujolais region for a wine-tasting weekend, don’t miss the traditional coq au vin with a Juliénas or Chiroubles, two of the crus from the Beaujolais vineyards. And for something a bit different, how about andouillette sausage with a Fleurie or Morgon wine...
If you’re heading to the Bordeaux region or checking out Paris, treat yourself to a casual bistro in the city centre. Try a filet de boeuf paired with a full-bodied Saint-Émilion or Listrac. Or go for a luxurious Michelin-starred restaurant in Margaux with a three-course meal on our gourmet tour of châteaux and terroirs.
And when it comes to sweet and sour aperitifs, the popular melon and cured ham combo never fails, especially paired with a sweet natural or semi-dry wine from Vouvray or Montlouis in the Loire Valley.
Whether you prefer wine by the glass or by the bottle, we’ve got a great tour on the Empordà Wine Route where you can discover local specialities such as cheese and charcuterie at the charming Catalan hotel and restaurant Can Xiquet.
On one of our tours in the Alsace vineyards, why not sit down at an intimate table d’hôte? You can discover how to enhance fruit salads, ice cream, tarts or even compotes with Riesling or Gewurztraminer wines and their aromatic, slightly sweet notes.
The only problem with great food and wine pairings is that the list is endless! That’s where our VINOTRIP guides, sommeliers and winemakers come in. They’ll help you navigate the choices as you immerse yourself in a French dining experience – whether in a winery or chateau, a family-style setting on a wine estate – to taste French specialities like garden-fresh greens, duck breast, sole meunière, bouillabaisse, cheese, a creamy soufflé au chocolat or an elegant tarte tatin. Each dish is paired with a wine to create the perfect food and wine pairing. Is your mouth watering yet?