Vendangeur d’un jour – Domaine Champagne Piot-Sevillano

Come and live an authentic experience by becoming a grape picker for a day with the exceptional offer from Champagne Piot-Sevillano. This 10-generation family estate opens its doors to you, offering a panoramic view over the Marne Valley at Vincelles near Château-Thierry. Certified « Haute Valeur Environnementale » and « Agriculture Biologique », this estate offers you a unique experience in the heart of its vineyards.

As soon as you arrive, our friendly team will welcome you. They’ll introduce you to the basics of harvesting and provide you with the tools you need, such as secateurs and baskets for picking the grapes. Guided by their expert advice, you’ll head out into the vineyards, ready to take an active part in picking the ripe grapes.

Harvesting is traditionally done by hand. You’ll learn how to recognize ripe grapes and how to pick them delicately, taking care not to damage the bunches. The professional grape-pickers present will be on hand to pass on their know-how throughout the day.

After harvesting the grapes, you’ll have the opportunity to visit the estate’s pressing center and taste freshly pressed grape juice. You’ll get to the heart of the grape transformation process and learn more about the different grape varieties used, such as Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and Meunier, which give each champagne its unique characteristics.

The day ends with a tasting session. You’ll have the pleasure of tasting freshly pressed grape juice straight from the press, then discovering the exquisite aromas and flavors of three champagnes from the estate’s vineyards. It’s the perfect opportunity to savor the fruits of your labor and chat with the team. You’ll receive a grape-picker’s diploma as proof of this unique experience. The « Vendangeur d’un jour » package is ideal for all wine lovers who aspire to discover the secrets of Champagne production.