Open Cellars and Food Market 2026
A weekend not to be missed if you want to explore the Château de Valmer wine estate!
On 28 and 29 November, explore the 16th-century cave cellars and the wine cellars that are usually closed to the public, accompanied by Jean de Saint Venant, a passionate and fascinating winemaker.
Lovers of local produce and craftsmanship can enjoy the Christmas Market, which brings together local producers keen to share their expertise and help you find your Christmas gifts.
The guided tours will be led personally by the owner, Jean de Saint Venant, who represents the fifth generation of wine enthusiasts to have tended Valmer’s vineyards since the 19th century, producing exceptional wines.
This weekend’s programme:
- Guided tours of the cellars and wine cellars with Jean de Saint Venant at 3 pm on Saturday and Sunday (duration: approximately 1 hour, in french)
- Tasting and sale of Château de Valmer AOC Vouvray and AOC Touraine Rosé wines
- Free access to the gardens, the cave chapel and the historic park
- Gourmet market featuring local producers and artisans
- On-site catering
- Garden Game – a family game to explore the gardens (in french)
- Longest gourd contest on Sunday 29 November
Practical information:
- FREE ENTRY
- 28 and 29 November 2026 – From 10.00 to 17.00 at Château de Valmer
- Guided tour of the cellars and wine stores followed by a tasting of the Château’s wines on both days – at 15.00 (in french)
- Gourmet market and on-site catering
- Self-guided tour of the gardens,