If you follow me on Instagram, you may have seen that I spent seven weeks in France this summer, with most of that time in the city of Toulouse. At the start of my trip, I joined Jess, from, Taste of Toulouse, on a wine tour which turned out to be so much fun and the best way to start my trip!
Our evening began at Le Nabuchodonosor, the oldest wine bar in Toulouse. This neat space is tucked away in a centuries old building with no sign out front. This bar’s atmosphere and knowledgeable staff was a great intro to the city’s wine culture. I loved this space so much, I came back a couple of weeks later for another glass for wine.
Our second stop was at Maison Sarment, located in the Carmes district. Downstairs in the bar’s stone-walled wine cave, we sampled two wines paired with a generous charcuterie board of cured meats and cheeses from nearby producers. The blend of modern design and it’s historic character makes this space feel both relaxed and refined.
We ended at Le 5 Wine Bar, a venue that has been named the best wine bar in the world several times. Le 5 Wine Bar’s concept is unique: rows of serve-yourself wine dispensers to pour tastes or glasses of wines from all over the world, including rare vintages. The bar also serves a selection of locally sourced tapas to complement whatever you happen to be drinking.
If you’re planning a visit to Toulouse, I highly recommend booking a tour with Taste of Toulouse. Jessica, the founder, curates experiences that are as informative as they are enjoyable. I’m already looking forward to returning and joining her Victor Hugo Marché tour on my next trip!
If you have any more questions about this wine tour in Toulouse, please feel free to email me or reach out to the Taste of Toulouse team.
– Chelsey
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