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Natural wine tasting, rustic lunch at vintner’s cottage, visit biodynamic vineyards

Keywords: natural wine | petnat | biodynamic vineyards | Demeter-certified vineyards & wines | Natural wine

Discover the Essence of Lavaux with a unique experience that takes you through kilometres of terraced vineyards, a delightful lunch paired with natural wines, and an introduction to petnat winemaking. Immerse yourself in the stunning beauty of this UNESCO-listed region and gain insight into the sustainable practices behind natural wine production.

Short guided hike through Lavaux

Take a leisurely hike through the scenic Lavaux terraces, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Marvel at breathtaking views of Lake Geneva and the Alps as you learn about the region’s rich winemaking history and the unique terracing techniques that support the cultivation of biodynamic vineyards.

Lunch in a local vintner’s cottage

Savour a rustic lunch in a vintner’s cottage, featuring local delicacies perfectly paired with natural wines, including petnat varieties. The wines come from a Demeter-certified biodynamic vineyard, ensuring a pure and authentic taste of Lavaux’s best offerings, in a setting surrounded by spectacular views and the warm ambiance of the region.

Interpretive visit of biodynamic vineyards

Enhance your experience with an educational visit to a biodynamic vineyard, led by either the Demeter-certified vintner himself or an experienced guide. Learn about the principles behind biodynamic farming, explore the vineyard, and discover the intricate process of crafting natural and petnat wines—wines that reflect the passion and commitment to sustainable viticulture.

ITINERARY

10:45
Meeting point: Grandvaux train station, Platform 1

11:00 – 12:00
Interpretive hike to the winery (Lavaux UNESCO vineyards)

12:00 – 12:30
Guided wine tasting with the vintner

12:30 – 13:30
Tasty lunch featuring local and regional products

13:30 – 14:30
Interpretive vineyard tour (optional)

14:30 – 15:30
Hike down to the train station and return to your accommodation

Edible Switzerland is a certified Vaud Oenotourisme partner.

DETAILS

Price:
2 people: 500 CHF
4 people: 600 CHF
6 people: 800 CHF
8 people: 1000 CHF
Children 25 CHF

Days:
Inquire for availability
(once a week only)

Activity level:
Moderate

Duration:
max 5 hrs

Group size:
Min 2 people. Max 8 people.

Tour language:
English / French

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+ 41 79 248 9892

Your adventure, your way

We understand that every adventure is unique. That’s why we offer a personalized touch to your journey. Whether you’re an avid hiker seeking a challenging hike or a leisure enthusiast looking for a relaxed exploration, we are here to customize the tour to match your activity level and preferences.

From adjusting the intensity of the route to including specific points of interest, we ensure that your experience is exactly as you envision it. Your adventure, your pace – let us create a memorable excursion in Lavaux that aligns perfectly with your expectations. Simply let us know your preferences when booking, and get ready for a tailor-made adventure through the Swiss countryside!

KEEP IN MIND

Prices include:

  • Tastings of three different biodynamic, Demeter-certified wines
  • Tastings of regional products
  • Gourmet picnic lunch with wine
  • Knowledgable & entertaining guide

The price DOES NOT include:

  • Tastings outside of the agreed program
  • Gratuities
  • Purchases en route

Bad weather?
The experience will take place rain or shine and will be adapted to the weather conditions.

Important notes

  • Tours can be modified based on the capabilities and desires of the participants.
  • Can add wine tastings at other wineries at the beginning or end of the experience
  • You must be able to walk a minimum 5km over the course of the day.
  • Must be 16 years or older to taste wine.
  • Please be on time for departure.

What to bring

  • Wear sensible shoes and layers according to the weather of the day.
  • A refillable water container.
  • A day pack for your wine. Yes. You will buy wine.

Experiences to savour

What did our guests love about us? Read their reviews!

  • Great wine tasting and walking tour of Laveau. Jen was excellent at arranging special tastings at three stops (we met the wine makers and leaders at each), and the... read more picnic she prepared and served was icing on the cake. (Lovely meats and cheeses and accompanying fruits and wine!). Finally, to be able to walk through the vineyards and wineries really brings home just how magical the region is. Great experience - highly recommend.

    Julie Quinn Avatar Julie Quinn

    We spent an afternoon with Jen last week, hiking the Lavaux wine region and tasting as we walked. She was wonderful from the first contact, willing to work with us... read more regarding time, level of difficulty, what types of wines we were most interested in, and which wineries she thought would interest us. She prepared a very detailed and elaborate presentation just for us, including history and development of the region, in depth discussion of the wines and their peculiarities, suggestions of where we could visit on our own, and suggestions for other things to do during our stay. Her narration as we hiked was very interesting and she was warm and fun to be with. She also prepared a picnic lunch and brought a grand cru wine for us to drink with it. We had a perfect day and would highly recommend Jen and Edible Switzerland for any activity you’d like to try!

    Carolyn Levin Avatar Carolyn Levin

    A wonderful day of wine tasting and walking tour from Grand Lavaux station across the Dezaley terraces down to Rivaz. Jen organized the tour to meet our likes/dislikes… both the... read more wines and our picnic lunch. Had we attempted this on our own, we would have missed so much. As a local, her insights were interesting and her contacts made for great experiences, such as meeting the winemakers. Afterwards she sent us two pages of links and additional info for the remainder of our trip. Highly recommend using Jen as your Lavaux guide!

    Rebecca I Avatar Rebecca I
  • My family and I had an awesome winery day trip with Jen and her colleague Dennis in the Swiss wine region of Lavaux. It was a beautiful day spent exploring... read more the region, learning about the wines and enjoying delicious tastings! Jen even went out of her way to build us a picnic with delicious and local food that was incredibly tasty for us to enjoy during the day. She was very thoughtful in organizing our tour and selected some great places for us to enjoy Swiss wine. I would 100% recommend this tour!!!

    Alyssa Hustedt Avatar Alyssa Hustedt

    My husband and I booked the wine tour in lavaux for our honeymoon and it was absolutely amazing! It is a great way to spend the day hiking through the... read more vineyards with a view of lake Geneva. Jen is very knowledgeable about the region and customized our wine tastings to us and what was open the day we toured! We definitely would not have been able to find these trails and tastings on our own. Would definitely recommend if you are in the area!

    Amanda Page Avatar Amanda Page

    My husband and I did the Wine tasting in Chardonne vineyards tour as part of our honeymoon. We had a fantastic time with Jennifer from Edible Switzerland and it was... read more such a unique experience! We went to two vineyards on this tour - Domaine Ducret and Domaine Neyroud-Fonjallaz. We are from the U.S. and the vineyard experiences are much different there - the ones in Chardonne/Lavaux are much smaller and more private - most winemaking families live on the properties where the wine is made (and many have lived there for multiple generations!). They were happy to have visitors, show us around their wine-making areas, and do wine-tastings for us, but you have to book these tours and tastings in advance, which is where Jennifer came in. I would have had no idea how to book/contact the vineyards. It was also great to have a translator, as most of the winemakers spoke some English, but not with complete fluency. Jennifer is fluent in both English and French (the main language spoken in this area). The views in Lavaux are so incredible! Even in the winter when we went (November 2023). My husband also loved this experience and the wine, and he is typically not much of a wine drinker. 10/10 overall for views, wine, and experience, and not something that would have been a feasible activity for us being from a different country without utilizing Jennifer as a planner, tour guide, and translator. Highly, highly recommend!

    Kaylie Cullison Avatar Kaylie Cullison

About your vintner host: Jean Christophe Piccard

Vigneron, artisan de la terre (artisan of the earth)

Jean-Christophe Piccard is a fourth-generation winegrower and winemaker from the renowned Lavaux UNESCO vineyards in Switzerland, passionate about his craft as an artisan of the earth. Trained as a viticulturist and oenologist, his extensive experience has led him to explore the profound connection between humanity and nature, embracing biodynamics to heal and revitalize the land.

He champions a local, artisanal economy emphasising a human-centred approach, believing this is the best way to stay grounded and appreciate nature’s gifts. His philosophy reflects a deep respect for the earth and a commitment to ensuring it continues to sustain future generations.

Read more about his philosophy and wines on the blog.
Listen to his talk at TedX Geneva (French only).

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Jen Burke, organizer, digital professional
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About your guide: Jen Burke

Editor, foodie, digital professional, experience developer

Mother of two boys, #SEOnerd, foodie, traveller. Fun fact: I grew up at Mile 906.8 Alaska Highway, Yukon, Canada.

I love food & wine & being outdoors. Edible Switzerland is my passion project. Here I want to connect food lovers (locals and tourists) to the best resources we can find anywhere in Switzerland.

When I’m not working on Edible Switzerland or moderating the Foodies in Switzerland group or the #SwisswineLovers group, I have a digital concierge agency with a few clients worldwide.

Here’s to enjoying and sharing more online and off. Santé! Cheers!

  • Learn more about me on my LinkedIn profile
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  • Read my sustainability statement
  • Ask me to help you organize your corporate experience

Book your tour today!

Weekly:
Inquire about availability
Time:
9:45h-15:30h (all day)
Price:
2 people: 500 CHF
4 people: 600 CHF
6 people: 800 CHF
8 people: 1000 CHF
Children 25 CHF

Book Now

+ 41 79 248 9892

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