![]() ![]() The barges can accommodate between four and 12 passengers and cruises are offered on an all-inclusive basis with a complete crew including chef, hostess, captain and tour guide. The wine-focused activities offered as part of the Academy take place on three days throughout a six-night cruise.īelmond Afloat in France offer tailor-made itineraries around Cote D Or, France Comte, Saone, Provence, Valle du Rhone, Canal du Midi and Burgundy. ![]() The Wine Academy is available for charter groups of four people or more, booking any cruise staying aboard Belmond Amaryllis, Belmond Hirondelle or Belmond Fleur de Lys, with various routes available along the picturesque Bourgoyne canals. Other highlights include Cremant tasting, Burgundys own sparkling wine, and an optional hot-air balloon flight, across some of the finest vines spread over 230 hectares, for the ultimate birds eye view. Pascal has over 30 years experience and grew up footsteps from the special Grand Cru vines of the region.įor example, throughout the cruise, an introductory session with 11 different wines during lunch at Chateau LeFlaive is arranged in the world famous village of Puligny Montrachet, followed by a blind tasting at Chateau Pommard, well known for producing award-winning Pinot Noir wines. Wine master and Belmond Afloat in Frances resident expert, Pascal Wagner, leads the Wine Academy and is often referred to as a walking encyclopaedia of oenology. The Wine Academy will include an immersive programme of talks to inspire the exploration of Burgundy and its most precious asset. ![]() The Wine Academy can be added to a bespoke itinerary and the activities are led by a local expert who can tailor the Academys ‘education des vins’ activities accordingly, from introductory level to those who are budding wine collectors. Luxury travel operator Belmond is launching a Wine Academy, exclusive for guests travelling aboard its Belmond Afloat in France fleet of luxury barges in Burgundy. ![]()
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