The Savoie vineyard

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Alps - Mont BlancFood and Wine

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Reading time: 0 minPublished on 8 April 2011

The Savoie wine route includes three intineraries leading through striking landscapes where the vines are nestled between lakes and mountains. Whether you're exploring this area by foot, bicycle or car, it's a great opportunity to explore this wine region. The area boasts 23 different grape varieties and 20 appellations, three of which are AOC: Chignin, Apremont, Jongieux, Mondeuse. The diversity and quality of the wines reflect this unique area in the Alps.

Out & about

  • Apremont, Maison des vins de Savoie
  • Chambéry, historic centre and its market
  • Cruise to Hautecombe Abbey
  • Ruffieux, Vignesens wine centre
  • Montmélian, Musée de la Vigne et du Vin
  • Thonon, Ripaille estate and château
  • Garden of the medieval city of Yvoire
  • Chanaz, nut and oil mill
  • Parks for Bauges and Chartreuse

A unique experience

Alpine flavours Walk, drive or snowshoe around the mountains, nature reserves and vineyards with your wine guide. Tel.: +33 (0)4 79 28 61 49

"Vignobles & Découvertes" destinations

The national Vignobles & Découvertes label helps you to prepare your weekends and short breaks in the vineyards without any hassle thanks to carefully selected services. Choose your destination :

  • Coeur de Savoie
  • Savoie, Lac du Bourget

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