Wine Tasting in Lyon: A Sensory Journey Like No Other
Discover wine in a unique way: 120m² of 19th-century vaulted cellars, interactive terminals, scent library & tasting of 8 wines. The must-do experience in Lyon.
Lyon is a city of food lovers. But when it comes to wine, the classic experience can quickly become intimidating: a sommelier talking about “silky tannins” and “garnet hues with brick-red edges”… and you nodding along pretending to understand.
What if wine tasting in Lyon could finally be fun, accessible and genuinely memorable? That is exactly the promise of Le Petit Musée du Vin, tucked inside the vaulted cellars of the 7th arrondissement.
Wine Tasting in Lyon, Reinvented
Forget the Intimidating Sommelier
In a classic wine bar, you are often faced with a list of 80 references and no idea what to order. At Le Petit Musée du Vin, it works the other way around: you understand first, then you taste.
The journey is designed for complete beginners and seasoned curious minds alike. No jargon. No judgement. Just a passion for wine conveyed through the senses — a genuinely unique experience in Lyon that stands apart from anything else.
120m² of 19th-Century Vaulted Cellars
From the moment you step in, the setting transports you. The 120m² of vaulted stone cellars create a unique atmosphere — halfway between a curiosity cabinet and a sensory laboratory. It is one of the rare places in Lyon where you can learn about wine in a genuine 19th-century historic setting.
A Sensory Journey Through 5 Rooms
Touch, Smell, Understand
The museum is organised into 5 progressive spaces. You start with the origins — 7,000 years of wine history in a single timeline — before diving into terroir. And here, “terroir” is not an abstract concept: you actually touch the different soils (granite, clay, limestone) that give wines their character.
The scent library trains your nose on the great aromas of wine. Red fruits, forest floor, spices, leather… You will finally be able to put words to what you smell in your glass.
Interactive Terminals in 7 Languages
Le Petit Musée du Vin is a digital museum built for every audience. The interactive terminals are available in 7 languages — making it the ideal unique Lyon experience for international visitors and curious locals alike.
The Tasting: 8 Wines to Bring It All Together
A Curated Selection: Organic, Natural & Orange Wines
The journey ends with the centrepiece: a tasting of 8 wines served at perfect temperature through Enomatic dispensers. The selection is carefully curated and regularly updated, showcasing local gems and cuvées from Maison Bugnazet, a leading name in the region.
On the menu: organic and natural wines, orange wines, Beaujolais crus… A hands-on way to put into practice everything you have just discovered. You will finally understand why a Morgon tastes nothing like a Fleurie — and why orange wine contains no oranges.
Who Is It For? Everyone, Truly
- 🧳 Tourists: a unique cultural and gastronomic experience, available in 7 languages
- 👫 Locals: the perfect activity as a couple, with friends, or as a team (corporate seminars available)
- 🍷 Wine lovers: a sensory, no-nonsense approach to learning about wine
- 🎁 Gift idea: an original, memorable experience to give
Book Your Immersive Wine Experience in Lyon
Le Petit Musée du Vin welcomes groups of 6 to 12 people, Thursday to Sunday, in its cellars at 3 rue Passet, Lyon 7th. Tickets are €25 per person, including the full tasting of 8 wines.
👉 Book your visit online or contact us directly — slots fill up fast!