South of Blois, the castle of Cheverny welcomes you for a visit that will please both young and older folks. Because Cheverny is none other than the same castle which inspired Hergé, the creator of Tintin (remember, Captain Haddock’s ancestral home “Marlinspike Hall”, better known as “Moulinsart” in the original French version). The pretext for many exhibitions around Tintin and his captain friend. On the wine side, Cheverny castle is located in the heart of the wine-growing “Sologne” region, which is a good starting point for discovering the eponymous appellation. The red wines are fruity, with finesse. The whites are floral and delicate.
Cheverny castle
A stone's throw from Blois, a superb castle and also ... inspiring white and red wines.
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Visiting Cheverny castle (and wine tasting nearby)
This travel guide will help you plan your stay and organize a wine tasting in some of the best wineries nearby.
- Château de Cheverny in our magazine
Cheverny castle images
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Cheverny castle : where to taste wine?
A selection of great wineries in the area. Pick a winery to book the perfect wine tasting experience.
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- wineries in Cheverny
Wine tasting near Cheverny castle? Yes yes, it is possible, because Cheverny is more than a magnificent castle. It is a vineyard and two wine appellations : Cheverny (red and white wines) and Cour-Cheverny (sweet white wines).
Wine appellations near Cheverny castle
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Cheverny castle : Things to do and to see in the area
Recommended attractions and must-see places nearby.