Wine tasting: the experience
As part of Taste Week 2026 at the Alliance Française in Lyon
In partnership with the Cave des Gratte-Ciel
Participants learn about the main wine-growing regions, grape varieties and winemaking techniques, as well as the vocabulary needed to describe a wine: colour, aromas, taste and sensations.
The experience continues with a guided tasting at the Cave des Gratte-Ciel, accompanied by discussions about the wines and food and wine pairings.
Schedule an appointment with one of our advisors to receive personalized support.
The workshop alternates between cultural input, educational activities, sensory games and practical exercises.
- Wednesday 14 October: 2.30 pm – 4.00 pm | Alliance Française de Lyon
Regional terroirs and wines, grape varieties, landscapes and food and wine pairings. - Thursday 15 October: 2.30 pm – 4.00 pm | Alliance Française de Lyon
An introduction to the senses and the vocabulary of wine tasting: sight, smell and taste. - Friday 16 October: 4.00 pm to 6.00 pm | Cave des Gratte-Ciel
Guided tasting, wine appreciation, sharing impressions and discovering food and wine pairings.
- You must have achieved at least a B1 level to take part in this workshop. You must be enrolled on a course at the Alliance Française in Lyon.
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The first two sessions make use of visual and sensory aids: maps of wine-growing regions, educational fact sheets, a wine-tasting glossary and games focusing on aromas and scents.
During the session at the Cave des Gratte-Ciel, tasting materials are provided on site: a selection of regional wines and food products, allowing you to experience food and wine pairings first-hand.
Each participant also has a tasting notes to note down his observations on colour, aromas, flavour and his personal impressions.
In order to offer a modern and interactive experience, the course includes:
- Apolearn: online learning platform featuring resources, videos, and exercises
La Cave des Gratte-Ciel offers an authentic and welcoming setting for this experience. Its selection particularly showcases organic and biodynamic wines and regional terroirs: Beaujolais, Mâconnais, Burgundy, the Rhône Valley, Jura and Côteaux Roannais.
The tasting is hosted by Jean-François Bernard, a passionate professional and connoisseur of regional wines.
At the Alliance Française de Lyon, learning French is above all a cultural immersion and a human experience. Our teachers are all certified FLE experts with Master’s degrees, who use a communicative and action-oriented approach. From day one, learners are encouraged to speak and interact in order to progress naturally in French.
The courses use the Défi actuel (A1-A2) and Défi (B1-B2) textbooks, available in a hybrid edition (student book + online activity book with videos, tutorials, and pronunciation exercises). Our online teaching tool centralizes materials, exercises, and videos for a comprehensive, interactive experience.
Our experienced teachers ensure consistent progress with clear objectives and final tasks at the end of each session. Learners develop skills that they can use in their daily and professional lives.
Learning French with the Alliance Française de Lyon is much more than just taking a class: it’s about experiencing the language on a daily basis, making rapid progress, and discovering the richness of Francophone culture.
- Recommended registration: at least 45 days before the start of the course.
- Processing time: 3 business days maximum.
- To start on the first day, register no later than the previous Tuesday.
- Regular attendance and personal work are essential for success in the program.
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