CHAMPAGNE IMMERSION
Introduction
A small-group journey through the places behind the wines
A small-group journey through the places behind the wines
February 21–26, 2027
Reims • Aÿ • Hautvillers • Épernay • Côte des Blancs
Only 6 guests
Wine is Place.
Champagne is more than what is in the glass.
Over five nights, experience the region through its historic cellars, vineyard villages, iconic maisons, independent growers and gastronomy — in a small group designed for people who love wine and want to understand Champagne a little better.
This is not a tasting marathon. There is time to explore, learn, enjoy a beautiful lunch, talk about what we have tasted and simply experience Champagne.
MORE THAN THE CELLARS
This journey is also about enjoying Champagne.
5 nights in selected 4- and 5-star hotels
Iconic maisons + independent growers
All scheduled Champagne visits and tastings
Immersive Champagne learning experience
Lunch included every full touring day
Two elevated gastronomic dining experiences
Special welcome dinner
Private transportation on principal vineyard days
A maximum of only 6 guests
Personally hosted from arrival in Reims through our final day
THE JOURNEY
REIMS
Begin among the great Champagne maisons and descend into the historic chalk crayères beneath the city. Experience two iconic houses and discover how Champagne's geology, blending and cellar aging come together.
AŸ & HAUTVILLERS
Travel into Pinot Noir country for producer visits and an immersive exploration of Champagne's vineyards, grapes and winemaking. Continue to historic Hautvillers and the Abbey Church associated with Dom Pérignon.
ÉPERNAY
Experience two contrasting approaches to Champagne through carefully selected producers, with time to enjoy the town and a special gastronomic lunch.
CÔTE DES BLANCS
Discover Chardonnay country through independent growers and the chalk-driven wines of its celebrated villages before returning to Reims.
The DETAILS
Wine is Place
WHEN:
February 21–26, 2027
5 nights / 6 days
Maximum 6 guests
HOW MUCH:
$4,500 per person (Single occupancy)
$3,800 per person (Double occupancy)
Double occupancy is available to guests traveling together and sharing a room. We do not pair individual travelers with roommates.
RESERVE YOUR PLACE TODAY with $150.
Your reservation payment is applied toward the trip price. Full trip deposit due in November 2026, with the remaining balance due the first week of January 2027.
Maximum 6 guests.
Airfare and rail transportation to/from Champagne are not included.
Specific maisons and growers are subject to final confirmation and may be substituted with comparable experiences.
ONLY 6 PLACES
THE HOST
Wine Professional • WSET Level 3 in Wines • Travel Advisor
Josefina Giuffre
I designed this journey for travelers who seek more than just a series of Champagne-house tours.
We'll experience history, meals, and various areas of the region, along with different producers and their unique approaches to Champagne, allowing each day to flow naturally into the next.
The producers will share their stories, while the wines reveal the essence of the place. Together, we will uncover the wonders of Champagne.
