7 Best Tours for Wine and Cheese Tasting in Paris: 2024 Guide
Looking for a wine and cheese tasting in Paris? You are in good hands with this curated list of top notch wine and cheese tastings for your next trip.
Paris is the quinessential city for wine and cheese. There are many tastings to choose from and we have done the work for you to find the best of the best.
These choices are based on my many trips to Paris over 30 years plus diligent research.
I love french cheese paired with red wine and miss those lovely french cheeses, especially Bire and Camembert, every time I leave Paris!
Parisians are passionate about good food in general and especially wine and cheese. It’s part of the culture of Paris and in France.
Here is our top choice for wine and cheese tasting in Paris:
Wine and Cheese Tasting Master Class
Try french wines and cheese with Alexandra, your witty and passionate expert. Learn to taste wine and pair it perfectly with cheese. Enjoy an intimate, immersive experience with other cheee and wine lovers for an unforgettable evening near the Eiffel Tower.
Read on for details on this wine and cheese tasting and for our full list
7 Best Tours for Wine and Cheese Tasting in Paris
Taste the best french wines and artisanal cheeses on any of these wine and cheese tours in Paris.
Our editor’s choice ‘master class’ stands out because of the passionate expert host, Alexandra, and her wine shop next door where you can buy the french wines and cheeses you have tasted.
However, you can’t go wrong with any of these tastings!
Two are hosted by master cheesemakers in their shops. One is hosted by a wine bar owner and others by expert sommeliers.
Two include champage and one is actual hands-on cheesemaking experience!
👉 We included Google maps pins and general location on each listing for your convenience.
1. Editor’s Choice: Wine and Cheese Tasting Master Class near Eiffel Tower
⭐️ Rating: 5 out of 5 Stars | ⏳ Length: 2 hours | 🍷 Check Rates and Availability
This review below says it all about this wine and cheese tasting ‘master class’ with Alexandra:
April 2024 – Alexandra was an incredible host. Funny, enthusiastic, and so knowledgeable. She walks you through how to try the wines and cheeses, all about the wines and everything. We had an amazing time, although I’d recommend planning 2.5 hours since time can get away from the group as you’ll be having so much fun. – Kristin (see more reviews)
This Paris wine and cheese tasting includes:
- 5 different cheeses and 5 different wines (3 red wines and 2 white)
- Visit a natural stone cellar in the heart of Paris
- Learn about the French “terroirs” (different regions) from a passionate expert
- Get help buying wine and cheese at the boutique delicatessen
- Location: 📍Google Maps Pin (near Eiffel Tower)
2. Cozy Wine and Cheese Tasting in Montmartre
⭐️ Rating: 5 out of 5 Stars | ⏳ Length: 1.5 hours | 🍷 Check Rates and Availability
This cheese tasting experience is hosted by actual cheesmongers, Max and Nicolas, in the Montmartre cheese shop (Fromagerie).
Taste several varieties of cheese paired with wine and learn first-hand secrets about how french cheeses are made. Plus hear funny stories and anecdotes while you learn about the differnt ‘terroirs’, (territories) where the cheese and wines are produced.
This is a unique opportunity to learn from a master cheesmaker in the actual cheese shop (fromagerie) and enjoy the company of a small group of fellow wine lovers and cheese enthusiasts.
- Cow, Sheep and Goat’s milk cheeses
- Two french wines
- Small group
- 📍 Google Maps Pin (Montmartre)
“Fabulous experience!” – one five star review:
May 2024 – We had such a great experience! Max was so knowledgeable and taught us so many helpful tips regarding wine and cheese! We will never be the same consumers of either. We highly recommend this off the beaten path tour, well worth the trip! – Eliese_C (see more reviews)
3. The Ultimate Wine and Cheese Tasting in a Royal Cellar
⭐️ Rating: 5 out of 5 Stars ⏳ Tour Length: 2 hours | 🍷 Check Rates and Availability
Get ready to taste white and red wines from different regions of France paired with artisanal cheeses.
Taste 10 wines paired with 10 cheeses in a former Royal cellar, a unique experience in Paris.
This tour is focused more on wine than cheese and is led by a professional sommelier. You have the option to buy french wines at the wine shop next door.
One of the many five star reviews…
June 2023 – Fantastic tasting with very knowledgeable staff. Walked away with a great foundation of AOPs and regions of France as well as cheese pairings with the wine. 10 wines and 10 cheeses was well worth the price! Plus being able to shop in the bottle shop next door after was a bonus! – Kathryn (see more reviews)
This Paris cheese and wine tasting tour includes:
- 10 different wines (5 red wines and 5 white) and 10 different cheeses
- Location is a former Royal cellar
- You can purchase wine in the shop next door
- Location: 📍Google Maps Pin (near Louvre)
4. French Wine and Cheese Guided Tasing with Simon – Wine Bar Owner
⭐️ Rating: 5 out of 5 Stars | ⏳ Length: 2 hours | 🍷 Check Rates and Availability
Meet your wine expert, Simon, and learn the ins and outs of French wine tasting in one of the wine bars in Paris. 5 different cheeses are included in the wine pairings.
Learn how climate, type of grape and geography affect the taste of wine.
Use perfume samples to heighten your sense of smell and learn to identify wines and which wines go best with which meals.
You will come away knowing how to choose the best wine at your next Parisian restaurant.
From one happy customer:
May 2024 – Very nice activity! Simon is a connoisseur! He was very welcoming and friendly! His presentation was adapted and educational. We will definitely come back to his small establishment and recommend it to everyone! – Justine (see more reviews)
This Paris wine and cheese tasting tour includes:
- Wine tasting (2 red wines, 2 whites, 1 champagne)
- Cheese tasting (5 different cheeses)
- Small group – 8 maximum
- Location: 📍Google Maps Pin (near Republique)
5. French Wine and Champage Tasting – Optional Cheese or Charcurterie
⭐️ Rating: 5 out of 5 Stars | ⏳ Length: 2 hours | 🍷 Check Rates and Availability
Learn the best wine-tasting techniques from your professional sommelier in a relaxed setting where enjoy what you learn!
Sip wine and nibble bread and learn about wine and champage of different regions of France. Cheese is not the focus, but you can choose to have a cheese and charcurterie plate if you like.
You get a list of wines sampled and leave with confidence to order wine in a restaurant in Paris or anywhere!
A recent five-star review: “lots of fun, highly recommend”
May 2024 – Rudy was our sommelier and he was lots of fun and explained everything so well. I would highly recommend the experience! The location was easy to find and a beautiful wine bar. – Krista_Z (see more reviews)
This Paris wine and cheese tasting tour includes:
- Six wines from different regions of France, including champagne
- Bread is included
- Upgrade to enjoy artisanal cheeses and charcuterie with your wine
- Location: 📍Google Maps Pin (near Louvre)
6. Art of Pairing Cheese and Wine in a Cheese Cellar
⭐️ Rating: 5 out of 5 Stars | ⏳ Length: 2 hours | 🍷 Check Rates and Availability
Taste different French and Swiss cheeses with delicate wines that complement the aged flavors. Bread and fruit are included in your cheese tasting experience.
Discover a cool cheese cellar below street level in the heart of Paris.
Hear about traditional cheese production from a master cheesemaker. See a treasure trove of ripening French and Swiss cheeses, from Gruyère to Beaufort to Etivaz.
- Taste 7 cheeses and 3 wines
- Includes bread and fresh fruit
- Small group – 10 people max
- 📍Google maps pin (Republique
One of the five star reviews:
May 2024 – Friendly cheesemonger, good cheese and wine. …I had felt a bit intimidated by a Parisian cheese shop, feeling like I didn’t know enough. This experience put my fears to rest, because of the wealth of information and the friendly demeanor of the presenter. Yet it is not just for newbies; other guests, more experienced than I, enjoyed it as well. – Marilyn_H,
7. Cheesemaking Workshop with Wine and Cheese Tasting
⭐️ Rating: 5 out of 5 Stars | ⏳ Length: 1.5 hours | 🍷 Check Rates and Availability
You actually particiate in making french cheese and butter in this immersive workshop, plus sample cheese and french wine.
This workshop is hands-on and a great way to get to know french food culture in a fun and intimate setting.
This review says it all:
“Definitely a “must do” Paris experience” Michelle_R,
Dec 2023 – This was the most amazing experience! Highly recommend. When we first arrived we entered the cheese refrigerator (might not be the correct word). Pierre, the owner/master cheesemarker. Went through the different types of cheeses giving details about how they are made, aged, type of milk used, etc. Once completed we went upstairs to the cheese making stations. It was organized such that each group had their own work station. We were all giving aprons and each directed to wash our hands (which we did multiple times through the process). Every step of the process we explained in detailed (including the chemistry behind it). Truly educational and fun for the whole group. At the end, we enjoyed our homemade cheese and butter with a bottle of wine made by Pierre’s brother. Definitely a “must do” experience!
This Paris cheese and wine tasting includes:
- Learning the art of cheesemaking from a master cheesemaker
- Tasting a variety of cheeses paired with French wine
- Small-group experience with up to 10 people
- 📍 Google Maps Pin – Republique
Wine and Cheese Tasting in Paris – FAQ
Why is wine and cheese important in French culture?
France has been known for its cheese for literally two thosand years. But why it is so important is still a mystery. France is the second largest producer of wine in the world, so that is one reason for its cultural significance.
Is Paris known for wine and cheese?
Yes, while artisanal cheeses and french wines are not produced in Paris, Paris is well known for having excellent french wines and cheeses in restaurants, shops and grocery stores throughout the city.
What is a cheese shop called in Paris?
Fromagerie. Fromage (froh-maj) is the french word for cheese.
What cheese is France known for?
Brie, Camembert and Roquefort are famous french cheeses
Do the French drink red wine with cheese?
Yes
Final Thoughts on Wine and Cheese Tasting in Paris
France has a very long history of cheese and wine cultivation. Both are ingrained in french culture.
Paris is the perfect place for wine and cheese tasting. Wine and cheese are staples of the Parisian lifestyle. Those amazing french artisanal cheeses are highlights my trips to Paris. I head straight to a fromagerie right away!
An intimate cheese and wine tasting could be the highlight of your trip to Paris and is one of the best ways to learn about french food culture.
Enjoy!
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