France
Part of the Roman Wine Odyssey
GALLIA
10 stops
The Rhône Corridor
The Rhône was Rome's superhighway into Gaul. Lugdunum (Lyon) was the capital of all Gaul. This adventure follows the river south through the legendary slopes of Côte-Rôtie, Condrieu, and Hermitage — where Romans first terraced impossibly steep hillsides to create some of the world's greatest Syrah.
12 stops
Burdigala to Narbo
The Romans connected Burdigala (Bordeaux) to Narbo (Narbonne) via the Garonne River and ancient trade routes. This epic journey traverses France's wine heartland, from Saint-Émilion's Roman-era vineyards through Gaillac, Toulouse, and the medieval fortress of Carcassonne to the Mediterranean coast.
6 stops
Loire Roman Trail
The Loire Valley was Roman Gaul's garden, supplying wine to legions across the empire. This trail follows the river through Tours (Caesarodunum), exploring Roman remains and the diverse wines from Vouvray to Sancerre.
8 stops
Mosella Valley
The poet Ausonius wrote 'Mosella' (c. 371 AD), a love letter to Moselle Valley wines. Romans planted Champagne's first vines and established Reims (Durocortorum) as a major city. This trail explores Roman monuments and the birthplace of the world's most celebrated sparkling wine.
10 stops
Via Domitia
The Via Domitia (118 BC) was Rome's first road in Gaul, connecting Italy to Spain through some of the finest wine country on Earth. This adventure follows the ancient highway past the world's best-preserved Roman arena, the perfect temple, the towering aqueduct, and the legendary vineyards of Châteauneuf-du-Pape.