Castle of Thorins at the Castle of the Windmill

3.0 (1 reviews) Mâcon, France
Duration1h
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
Private tourOnly your group will participate

Overview

From the privileged viewpoint of the terrace, discover the specificities of Moulin-à-Vent: its granite soils, the impact of the winds blowing on the AOC and the estate, or the diversity of terroirs of which we can already see 5 on the 69. A dive into the Castle’s past immerses you in 3 centuries of history, alongside the great families who carried the estate, by faith still intact today.
In the winery, we focus on the technical part: explanations of methods and choices, we decipher here the genesis of the wines, from the harvest to the aging, passing through the vaulted and centuries-old cellar of the estate.
The Chapelle des Thorins then opens its doors, with 4 wines available for tasting: 3 cuvées, including 2 parcel selections from the terroirs presented at the beginning of the visit, on the current vintage, as well as a cuvée on an older vintage, to appreciate the “vintage effect” on the wines.

What's included

  • Tasting of 4 wines: 3 cuvées including 2 selections of parcels, as well as a cuvée on an older vintage, to appreciate the "vintage effect" on the wines.
  • All Fees and Taxes
  • Trainer in French or English
  • Visit of the winery and vaulted cellar of the Château du Moulin-à-Vent
  • Meals

What to expect

From the privileged viewpoint of the terrace, discover the specificities of Moulin-à-Vent: its granite soils, the impact of the winds blowing on the AOC and the estate, or the diversity of terroirs of which we can already see 5 on the 69.
A dive into the Castle’s past immerses you in 3 centuries of history, alongside the great families who carried the estate, by faith still intact today.
The visit continues in the cuvage, where we focus on the technical part: explanations of methods and choices, we decipher here the genesis of these wines, from harvest to aging, passing through the vaulted and centuries-old cellar of the estate.
Finally, La Chapelle des Thorins opens its doors to you for a tasting of 4 wines: 3 cuvées, including 2 selections from the terroirs presented at the beginning of the visit, on the current vintage, as well as a cuvée on an older vintage, to appreciate the "vintage effect" on these wines.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

The Château is located at a street crossing 300m from the Moulin-à-Vent. We will pick you up in the courtyard of the Castle at the time of your appointment.

End point

The Château is located at a street crossing 300m from the Moulin-à-Vent. We will pick you up in the courtyard of the Castle at the time of your appointment.

Additional information

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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