Which places in France should I visit for drinking wine?

France is not only popular with food lovers, but it is also the top destination who loves the exquisite taste of wine. Whether you will enjoy a glass of wine in a hotel lounge or a veranda in a vineyard, here are the places you must see to satisfy your pallet. One on the list is Cité du Vin, Bordeaux. It has the view of the Garonne River while you are enjoying sipping wine and admiring art and culture.

As the name suggests, Champagne is known in the most excellent quality of wine and exceptional wine cellars. Many vineyards and cellars are located here such as the famous Charlier at Montigny-sous-Chatillon. Enjoy a good lunch in the gardens and courtyards in Château de Flaugergues, Montpellier and join the wine festivities on a fine summer Friday.

Two favorite wine-drinking places in France are Bordeaux and the valley of Beaujolais. Ideally, your visit will be in late spring or during summer when things are vibrant and lush at vineyards. However, if you end up visiting Bordeaux on the off-season, you will be more than pleased to find it is a lovely city with great local wine.

Beaujolais is a very light and drinkable wine, and the region is beautiful. Bergerac is another great location to consume wine as bargain bottles start at $5-8. It is so lovely because it is home to black truffles as well as delicious foie gras (or goose liver.) No matter where you go, you will find great local wines in every corner of France.