The Primeurs have been held for over 200 years, initiated by the English and reserved exclusively for the wine trade. It is only since the 1980s that private customers have been able to enjoy the privilege of discovering the en primeur wines. Here, the adventure began in 1993: we’ve been celebrating new wines for 30 years now…
Download the programmeThe festivities kick off on 19 November at 6.30pm on the Place Mallet in Bagnols-sur-Cèze.
Organised by the “Côtes du Rhône rive droite” association in collaboration with winegrowers, You will be able to taste the en primeur wines, with the 2026 En Primeur being selected by a panel of experts.
Buy your tasting glass bearing the event logo and set off to discover the precious nectar.
It’s an exceptional event, with 21 wineries and domains presenting their first wines of the year, in a musical backdrop. Each winemaker will be able to showcase his or her skills and work!
The evening is a great way to get local residents, winegrowers and wine lovers together for a friendly, festive evening.
During this grand evening, a panel of experts comprising professionals from the world of wine – oenologists, sommeliers, wine merchants, wine guilds, etc. – will select the ‘primeur’ of the year.
An initial panel of judges will select the top six en primeur wines from among the 22 participating wineries and estates, and a second panel will then rank the six selected wines.
The bottles taking part, submitted by the various wineries or estates, are presented anonymously, often concealed by socks.
Following these tastings, one winery or estate will have its en primeur wine selected for the year 2026!
On 21 and 22 November, 22 cellars, estates and châteaux will be opening their doors to you. Dinners, tastings, vineyard walks, markets, local produce, tours…. each estate organises this friendly, festive event in its own way….
Take a look at the programme, plan your visit and meet these talented men and women.
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