Unique Banquets

Foodies, epicureans, and lovers of our region—get ready for the culinary event of the year! The Tain l’Hermitage Wine Fair Association invites you to the very first edition of the Marché Gourmand. A unique concept: Chefs and winemakers come together. Come enjoy an extraordinary culinary experience in a festive and friendly atmosphere! We’ve put together exclusive pairings just for you: talented chefs teamed up with our passionate winemakers. Together, they’ve crafted the perfect pairings to showcase the best of our region’s products. Join us at Place du Taurobole at 12 p.m. to enjoy this feast.

An exceptional day in the heart of the Saint-Julien appellation. On Sunday, October 18, 2026, come enjoy a unique experience at Château Ducru-Beaucaillou. A day dedicated to sharing, camaraderie, and the Médoc way of life. The program promises to be rich and immersive. Throughout the day, enjoy a variety of activities, demonstrations, and opportunities to meet fellow wine enthusiasts, as well as our wine fair, which has become a must-see highlight of the festival. A day of discovery, passion, and excitement to be enjoyed in the refined world of Ducru-Beaucaillou.

Because a Sunday without roast chicken isn’t quite a Sunday—you’ll have to agree. Join us for “Vignobles en scène” at a large estate in the Médoc to enjoy this classic dish paired with local wines, regional specialties, and, above all, the warm hospitality of the Médoc locals: be warned, it’s going to be a hearty and generous spread! Appetizers, music, pétanque, and a shared lunch: who said the weekend was almost over?

As part of “Vignobles en Scène,” the major national wine tourism event, the La Toscane Occitane Tourist Office and the Maison des Vins de Gaillac invite you to experience a timeless day in the heart of the Gaillac vineyards. This year’s event takes you on the Oenorando® “Le Vallon de la Caude” trail in Cestayrols. Over the course of a roughly 7-kilometer route, let yourself be guided through one of the vineyard’s most beautiful landscapes: sun-drenched hillsides, secluded valleys, paths lined with vines, and panoramic views typical of Occitan Tuscany. Because the best discoveries are made when you take your time, four gourmet stops punctuate the hike. Each one offers an opportunity to meet passionate winemakers, taste Gaillac wines, and savor a menu featuring local products, all in a friendly and authentic atmosphere. More than just an outdoor meal, the “Banquet Itinérant” is an immersion in a vibrant vineyard, where landscapes, cuisine, and encounters come together along the way.

Get ready for an exceptional experience, where heritage, volcanic wines, and Auvergne cuisine come together. At Les Grands Thermes, the region’s thermal heritage and Auvergne wines converge for an exclusive exploration of this iconic site, accompanied by a wine tasting. The experience continues in the Grand-Hôtel’s lounge with a sensory immersion in the heart of the Côtes d’Auvergne. Grape varieties, winemaking expertise, and the secrets of volcanic soils will be revealed through creative activities and tastings. To round out this journey, enjoy a winemaker’s banquet: a meal designed around gourmet pairings and distinctive wines. A sensory immersion not to be missed in the heart of the Auvergne volcanoes!

On Sunday, Destination Sancerre Pouilly Giennois invites you to enjoy a day of gourmet delights and festivities in the enchanting setting of the Château de La Bussière, a jewel of the Loire Valley and Puisaye heritage since the late 12th century. Throughout the day, enjoy unique experiences as you test your knowledge with a guided wine tasting, by stepping into the role of a detective investigating a murder at the château, and by savoring a lunch—crafted around the flavors of our Loire region and paired with wines from the destination’s three appellations: Sancerre, Pouilly-Fumé, and Coteaux du Giennois, in the castle’s elegant stables. Let yourself be surprised by these activities designed to awaken your senses and reveal the region’s rich heritage and vineyards in a new light. Experience this moment of togetherness in a warm and refined atmosphere where heritage, gastronomy, and winemaking expertise come together in a spirit of conviviality.