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2–4 days · suggested stay

Côtes du Rhône wine & terroir journey

From Avignon and Orange to the Rhône vineyards

Vineyard in Châteauneuf-du-Pape in the southern Rhône
142 Châteauneuf-du-Pape vineyard.jpg · Jarrod Doll · CC BY 2.0Photo source ↗
Dates, tastings & practical details

Wine events near Côtes du Rhône.

Check each organiser for programme updates, ticket terms and venue details before planning travel.

Vineyard in Châteauneuf-du-Pape in the southern Rhône
142 Châteauneuf-du-Pape vineyard.jpg · Jarrod Doll · CC BY 2.0 · Vineyard-region photo, not a documentary image of this event.Photo source ↗
18–20 October 2027 · Avignon and Rhône Valley venues

Découvertes en Vallée du Rhône

Who it’s for
Wine trade professionals
Tasting
Professional tasting and producer meetings; not a general-public festival.
Prestige
Major trade showcase for Rhône Valley appellations
For a visitor
Relevant for trade visitors; leisure travellers should use the Rhône public-event calendar for tastings open to visitors.
Booking
Professional registration / accreditation required.
Stone village of Gordes in Provence
1 gordes pano 2016.jpg · Chensiyuan · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Vineyard-region photo, not a documentary image of this event.Photo source ↗
16–18 October 2026 · Participating Rhône Valley wine-tourism destinations

Vignobles en Scène! · Rhône Valley programme

Who it’s for
General public; programme varies by venue
Tasting
Some events combine winery visits, tastings, food pairings and vineyard experiences.
Prestige
National wine-tourism weekend with regional experiences
For a visitor
Good for adding a hosted wine activity to an Avignon or Rhône-village itinerary.
Booking
Many activities have limited places; check each listing and reserve.

A focused route

Avignon → Orange → Châteauneuf-du-Pape · choose one wine area per day

Compare village appellations and Rhône styles; confirm estate appointments and a safe return plan before tasting.

Getting around
Use Avignon TGV or Orange as rail gateways. Arrange a local transfer or guided outing for estate visits and tastings.

Suggested route only; not a bookable package. Estate visits often require appointments. For tastings, arrange a transfer or designate a driver.