Paris Wine & Cheese Tasting: 10 Wines, 10 Cheeses in Royal Cellar

French wine and cheese tasting in royal Paris cellar with expert guide

You’ll sample ten French wines paired with ten regional cheeses inside an 18th-century royal cellar near the Louvre. Guided by a passionate local expert, you’ll learn pairing secrets, taste everything from Brie to Loire Valley goat cheese, and share laughs with a small group. It’s relaxed, delicious, and leaves you seeing (and tasting) Paris differently.

Step-by-step itinerary

Wine and cheese tasting in royal cellar

• Arrive at former Royal cellar
• Taste 10 wines paired with 10 cheeses
• Learn wine tasting techniques
• Discover French wine regions
• Understand cheese and wine pairing
• Visit Les Caves du Louvre for free

The experience

“You can eat the rind,” our guide said, and I swear half the table hesitated. We were deep under Paris, right by the Louvre, in these old stone cellars that used to belong to the king, actual royalty. The walls felt cool and rough, and every time someone laughed it echoed weirdly. I’d never tried pairing ten wines with ten cheeses before (I mean, who has?), but somehow it didn’t feel stuffy at all. There was this moment when I tried to pronounce “Chassagne-Montrachet” and just gave up: our host just grinned and poured me another glass. I still think about that goat cheese from the Loire Valley. It tasted like spring smells after rain.

The group was small (maybe twelve of us?), and people started swapping stories pretty quickly. Our wine expert, Pierre (of course he was called Pierre), explained why Bordeaux reds feel so different from Burgundy ones, but not in a lecture-y way. He passed around little plates and we compared textures: Brie so soft it stuck to my fingers, blue cheese that made me pause before tasting but ended up being my favorite with the Rhône Syrah. Someone asked about AOP labels and Pierre got this twinkle in his eye. You could tell he actually cared about all these little regional details.

I didn’t expect to laugh as much as I did: wine tastings always sounded intimidating before. But here, even when I mixed up which cheese went with which wine (more than once), nobody cared. The cellar smelled faintly of oak barrels and something earthy I couldn’t name. Afterward, we wandered through Les Caves du Louvre on our own for a bit. There’s this hush down there that makes you want to whisper, even if you’re not sure why. Anyway, if you’re into food tours or just want to see what French wine and cheese are actually like, not just what’s on postcards, I’d say go for it.

What’s included

Your day covers guided tastings of ten French wines paired with ten hand-crafted cheeses inside an atmospheric royal cellar near the Louvre. Led by an English-speaking wine expert in a small group setting (up to twelve guests), your experience also includes entry to Les Caves du Louvre after your tasting session wraps up.

Before you book

Days and timesMonday to FridayDeparts at 12:15

Book up to3h before

AgesAdult (18 and older) · Under 18: can't be included in the booking

GroupUp to 12 · max 6 per booking

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.

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Good to know

Easy physical levelPublic transport nearby

Operated by LES CAVES DU LOUVRE

Is this one for you?Taste 10 wines paired with 10 cheeses in an 18th-century Royal cellar while an expert guide explains pairing principles, wine regions and French classifications.

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Top questions

Where does the Paris wine & cheese tasting take place?

The tasting is held in former royal cellars near the Louvre in Paris’ 1st Arrondissement.

How many wines and cheeses are included?

You’ll taste 10 French wines paired with 10 different regional cheeses during the experience.

Is there a guide during the tasting?

Yes, an English-speaking wine expert leads the tasting and shares information about each pairing.

What types of wines are served?

The selection includes 4 white wines and 6 red wines from regions like Bordeaux, Burgundy, and Rhône Valley.

Are vegetarian options available?

The tour focuses on cheese pairings. All cheeses are vegetarian-friendly but check directly for special dietary needs.

How big is each group?

The small group size is capped at 12 people maximum for an intimate experience.

Is public transportation nearby?

Yes, public transportation options are available close to the venue near the Louvre.

What is included in the booking?

Your booking includes entry to the cellar, guided tastings of 10 wines & 10 cheeses plus access to Les Caves du Louvre after.