Grand Champagne Experience 2026: A Luxury Champagne Trip with Florida Wine Academy

A Luxury Champagne Trip for Wine Lovers: Join Florida Wine Academy in June 2026

If you are searching for a Champagne trip, a Champagne tour, or a curated wine travel experience rooted in education, the Grand Champagne Experience with Florida Wine Academy is one of the most comprehensive programs available for 2026.
From historic Maisons and family growers to Michelin-starred restaurants and a 5-star hotel in Reims, this six-day journey offers exceptional access to Champagne’s culture, terroir, and traditions.

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Why Choose a Guided Champagne Trip with Experts?

A guided Champagne tour offers far more than independently planned travel.
Curated by Alessandra Esteves, DipWSET, FWS, SWS, CSW, MW Candidate, this program combines academic depth with exclusive visits not typically accessible to the general public. With only 14 participants, the experience remains intimate, structured, and focused on learning directly from producers.

This approach appeals to:

• Wine students preparing for WSET, Court of Master Sommeliers, or MW studies

• Champagne enthusiasts who want access to top estates

• Travelers seeking a luxury wine tour in France

• Miami Champagne Week followers looking to celebrate the 10th edition in 2026

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Champagne Trip Overview: Dates, Location, and Group Size

June 21–26, 2026 | Reims, Champagne | 5 nights & 6 days | Limited to 14 guests

Participants stay at Hôtel La Caserne Chanzy & Spa, one of Reims’ most sought-after 5-star properties, located directly opposite the Reims Cathedral.
Daily breakfast, professional transportation, Michelin-starred dining, and multiple tastings are included.

This Champagne trip prioritizes comfort, exclusivity, and access.

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What Makes This Champagne Tour Unique?

1. A 5-Star Base in the Heart of Reims

Staying at La Caserne Chanzy keeps guests in the cultural center of Champagne. For travelers searching for a luxury Champagne tour, the hotel’s location and amenities—spa access, cathedral views, and refined rooms—set the tone for the entire week.

2. Michelin-Starred Dining Included

Three exceptional dinners form part of this Champagne itinerary:

• L’Assiette Champenoise – 3 Michelin Stars

• Le Millénaire – 1 Michelin Star

• Le Parc – 2 Michelin Stars

These restaurants showcase Champagne pairings, regional specialties, and modern French cuisine.

3. Visits to Iconic and Grower Champagne Houses

This Champagne tour blends heritage Maisons with small producers, offering participants a complete view of the region. Confirmed and TBC visits include:

• Louis Roederer

• Barons de Rothschild

• Jacquart

• Perrier-Jouët

• Philippe Gonet (Le Mesnil-sur-Oger)

• Drappier

• Alexandre Bonnet

• Pommery

Optional producers (TBC): Charles Heidsieck, Billecart-Salmon, or Laurent-Perrier.

4. Educational Depth and Expert Hosting

Led by Alessandra Esteves, the trip emphasizes:

• Winemaking practices

• Terroir differences between Reims, the Aube, Épernay, and the Côte des Blancs

• House styles

• History and viticulture

• Food and Champagne pairing principles

This elevates the tour from sightseeing to a structured learning experience.

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Detailed Itinerary of the Florida Wine Academy Champagne Trip

Day 1 — Welcome to Reims (June 21, 2026)

• Check-in at Hôtel La Caserne Chanzy & Spa

• Evening Welcome Reception with Champagne, canapés, cheese, and charcuterie

Perfect for settling in and meeting your fellow travelers.

Day 2 — Reims Culture & 3-Star Michelin Dinner

• Private walking tour of Reims

• Dinner at L’Assiette Champenoise (3 Michelin Stars)

This day sets the cultural and culinary foundation of the program.

Day 3 — The Aube: Pinot Noir & Heritage

Visits include:

• Champagne Drappier

• Champagne Alexandre Bonnet

• A third Aube producer (TBC)

A region often overlooked, the Aube shines for Pinot Noir and historical connections.

Day 4 — Reims & Iconic Maisons

Visits include:

• Champagne Barons de Rothschild

• Champagne Louis Roederer

• Champagne Jacquart

Dinner at Le Millénaire (1 Michelin Star) with wine pairing.

Day 5 — Épernay & Côte des Blancs

Visits include:

• Champagne Perrier-Jouët

• Champagne Philippe Gonet (Le Mesnil-sur-Oger)

• A third top producer (TBC: Charles Heidsieck, Billecart-Salmon, or Laurent-Perrier)

Farewell Dinner at Le Parc (2 Michelin Stars) with wine pairing.

Day 6 — Champagne Pommery & Departure

• Visit and tasting at Champagne Pommery

• Concludes after the morning visit

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Who Is This Champagne Tour Designed For?

This Champagne trip is ideal for:

Wine students

Especially those pursuing WSET Levels 2–4 or MW studies who want firsthand immersion.

Wine professionals

Retail, hospitality, education, distribution.

Champagne lovers

Anyone seeking deep, structured exploration rather than surface-level tourism.

Travelers seeking a luxury wine tour in France

This is a complete 5-star, Michelin-level experience with curated access.

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What’s Included in This Champagne Trip

• 5 nights at La Caserne Chanzy (Chanzy Room)

• Breakfast daily

• Welcome reception

• 3 Michelin-starred dinners

• 3 lunches

• All winery visits and tastings

• Private Reims walking tour

• Full-day Sprinter transportation on key days

• Transfers to Michelin-starred dinners

• Coordination and hosting by Alessandra Esteves

• Taxes (city tax excluded)

This inclusive structure makes planning seamless and ensures a high standard of hospitality.

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Why Book This Champagne Trip Early?

Limited to 14 guests

The small group format ensures access, comfort, and personalized learning.

10th Edition Celebration

This trip coincides with the milestone year of Miami Champagne Week—a meaningful moment to join the FWA community.

High demand for Champagne travel in 2026

Interest in wine travel across France continues to rise, especially for regions with strong global recognition like Champagne.

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How to Register for the 2026 Champagne Trip

Registration is now open, and spots will be filled in order of deposit received.

👉 [Register Here]