Paris Art of Pairing Cheese and Wine Tasting in a Cheese Cellar

About this tour

Descend into a subterranean cheese vault beneath Paris's streets for a guided tasting of seven French and Swiss cheeses paired with three wines. Your cheesemonger host walks you through the nuances of complementing each cheese with the right wine, from bold reds to delicate whites, whilst nibbling bread and fresh fruit. The intimate session caps at ten people, allowing genuine conversation and close attention to each pairing's logic.

Highlights

• Seven premium French and Swiss cheeses tasted systematically
• Three wines selected to complement each cheese
• Underground cellar stocked with ageing wheels
• Small group of maximum ten participants
• Professional cheesemonger guides the pairings
• French bread and seasonal fruit included

What to expect

After descending the cellar stairs, you'll find yourself in a cool, dimly lit space lined with maturing wheels. Your guide introduces each cheese's origin, production method, and flavour profile before you taste it alongside a chosen wine. The session moves methodically through pairings, allowing time to notice how tannins, acidity, and fat content interact. You're invited to ask questions and discuss what you're tasting—no rushing. Bring a notebook if you want to record which combinations resonated with you.

Good to know

Wear warm layers; the cellar temperature stays cool year-round. The stairs are the only access point. A protective suit is provided. Alcohol tasting requires you to be 18+. Public transport is nearby; plan your own journey. Gratuities aren't included.