French Cheese Pairing & Tasting Experience

Sample the best of French cheese and wine in a 2-hour 15-minute guided tasting inside a historic 17th-century Paris cellar.

Getting started

Arrive at the Living Cheese Museum of Paris, where your guide welcomes you near the entrance. After a brief introduction, follow your host into the atmospheric cheese cellar to begin your tasting journey.

What to expect

Musée Vivant du Fromage (Living Cheese Museum)

This Parisian cheese cellar, dating back to the 17th century, offers an authentic setting to explore France’s celebrated cheese and wine culture. The venue’s historic stone walls create the perfect backdrop for a guided tasting experience.

Features

• Selection of 9 French cheeses: Taste a curated range of regional cheeses, each chosen to showcase the diversity and tradition of French cheesemaking.

• Selection of 5 wines: Sample expertly paired wines that complement each cheese, highlighting classic French varietals.

• Guided tasting: Learn about the origins, production, and pairing of each cheese and wine from your knowledgeable guide, all within the unique ambiance of a centuries-old cellar.

• Small group format: Enjoy an interactive session with a maximum of 12 participants, giving you plenty of chances to ask questions and explore the richness of French culinary heritage.

French Cheese Pairing & Tasting Experience

Savor the essence of French culinary heritage as you venture into a meticulously preserved 17th-century cellar, where tradition whispers through each artisanal cheese and glass of wine. Guided by experts passionate about the art of pairing flavors, your journey unfolds with an intimate exploration of aged cheeses and regional wines, each selection thoughtfully curated to reveal the intricate dance between complementary tastes and textures. Delve into the philosophy behind French gastronomy, understanding why creamy brie is best paired with crisp whites while bold reds enhance the richness of mature cheddar. The visit to the aging cellar, a hidden gem within this historic site, offers rare insight into the meticulous process of storing and maturing fine cheeses that have been perfected over centuries. This immersive experience weaves the sensory delights of taste and aroma into a narrative of heritage and craftsmanship, offering unforgettable encounters while acknowledging that every sip and bite is part of a larger cultural tapestry.

Exploring The Artistry Behind French Cheese Pairings

Experience the artistry behind French cheese pairings during this tour's highlight segment where you'll engage with experts who are not only knowledgeable but also deeply passionate about the culinary traditions they represent. This section of your journey delves into the intricate world of wine and cheese, showcasing how each element enhances the other to create a symphony on the palate. The 17th-century cellar serves as the backdrop for this sensory exploration, its stone walls echoing tales of craftsmanship and tradition. Here, you'll discover how different cheeses are selected based on their aging process, texture, and flavor profile, paired meticulously with wines that complement or contrast these attributes to perfection. Each sip and bite is a lesson in harmony and balance, as your guide shares secrets about the perfect pairing philosophy ingrained in French gastronomy.

Unveiling Secrets of Cheese Aging

Access the aging cellar included in the tour package enabling you to witness firsthand how fine cheeses are stored, matured, and preserved. This hidden gem within the historic site reveals a world where time and technique come together to create culinary masterpieces. The cellar's controlled environment ensures optimal conditions for cheese maturation, with temperature and humidity levels meticulously maintained to bring out the best in each variety. As you wander through rows of aging wheels, your guide will share insights into the science behind cheese development, highlighting how different cheeses require unique environments and timescales to reach their peak flavor and texture. This behind-the-scenes look offers a rare glimpse into the artistry that goes beyond mere production, transforming simple ingredients into exquisite delicacies.

Tour Highlights

• Take part in heritage-rich French cheese and wine pairings 17th-century cellar
• Enjoy curated tasting aged cheeses regional wines complementary flavors textures spectacular
• Get to know pairing philosophy behind French gastronomy creamy cheeses crisp whites bold reds aged varieties comprehensive
• Visit aging cellar historic site rare insight storing maturing fine cheeses unique
• Includes expert-led guided experience passionate experts passionate about tradition included seamless
• Discover secrets cheese development guide insights science behind maturation impressive

Savor for explorers of culinary delights, devotees of French gastronomy, and seekers of exquisite flavors, this journey through the art of cheese pairing weaves history and craftsmanship into a tapestry that illuminates both palate and spirit. Crafting memories that linger like the rich aroma of fine wine against the backdrop of aged cheeses, your experience at the 17th-century cellar offers an unparalleled glimpse into the heart of French culinary heritage.