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By Maison Gilliard SA
Free cancellation available
Price is CA $26 per adult
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 1h 30m
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Multiple languages

Overview

    • Historic winery founded in 1885, in the heart of the Valais wine region
    • Guided tasting of 5 wines representative of the Alpine terroir
    • Family-Friendly Tour – Free for those under the age of 16
    • Available Monday to Saturday at 10:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m. or by reservation
    • Option to enjoy Valaisan dishes to extend the experience in a convivial atmosphere

Activity location

    • Sion
    • Sion, Valais, Switzerland

Meeting/Redemption Point

    • Rue de Loèche 70, 1950 Sion, Suisse | Maison Gilliard Vinohtèque Parking available at the rear
    • Sion, Valais, Switzerland

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Maison Gilliard: Winery tour and tasting of 5 wines

  • Activity duration is 1 hour and 30 minutes1h 30m
    1h 30m
  • English
Price details
CA $25.88 x 2 AdultsCA $51.76
Total
Price is CA $51.76

What's included, what's not

  • Inclusions
    Guided tour of the Maison Gilliard cellars and facilities
  • Inclusions
    Learn about the stages of winemaking and wine ageing
  • Inclusions
    Guided tasting of 5 Valais wines
  • Inclusions
    Free entrance for children up to 16 years old
  • Inclusions
    Game booklet and sensory activity for children
  • Inclusions
    Syrup tasting for kids
  • Exclusions
    Valaisan starters (CHF 15 per person, optional)
  • Exclusions
    Valaisan dishes – meal (CHF 25.00 per person, optional)

What you can expect

  • In the heart of Sion, Maison Gilliard invites you to discover its wine-growing heritage, which spans more than 130 years.

    This 90-minute guided tour takes you behind the scenes of authentic Valais wine production: from the vineyard to the glass, you will learn about the stages of winemaking, the ageing methods, and the unique characteristics of this Alpine terroir, which is one of a kind in Europe.

    The tour concludes with a commented tasting of five wines that represent the richness of Valais grape varieties. To make the experience even more enjoyable, it is possible to pair the wines with regional specialities. Children up to 16 years old are welcome to join the tour free of charge, and they will be provided with a games booklet and a tailored sensory activity, making this a fun outing for the whole family.

Location

Activity location

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    • Sion
    • Sion, Valais, Switzerland

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    • Rue de Loèche 70, 1950 Sion, Suisse | Maison Gilliard Vinohtèque Parking available at the rear
    • Sion, Valais, Switzerland