Vegan Wine Tasting in Paris right next to Père Lachaise

Vegan wine near Père Lachaise, done right. This private one-hour tasting mixes French vineyard-style pours with vegan snacks and music on turntables, all in a compact wine shop setting just off Rue du Chemin Vert. You get to pick the style line-up too: whites, reds, rosé, or sparkling.

I like that the hosts slow things down and explain what you’re tasting, with real back-and-forth time to ask questions. In the tastings I’m seeing recommended, the guides named Valentin and Clement are repeatedly praised for taking time with each pour and tailoring the wines to what the group actually enjoys.

One consideration before you go: while the tastings and the snack menu are vegan, the shop environment can include non-vegan products for sale. If you want a fully vegan-only setting, ask what’s on display before you commit.

Key things you’ll care about

• 3 wine tastings in about 1 hour, so it fits a late-afternoon Paris plan
• Pick a wine direction (white, red, rosé, or sparkling) so the menu matches your mood
• Vegan pairings with snacks like veggie dips, crackers, and crudités to keep the tasting moving
• Vinyl turntable music for that relaxed Paris wine-shop vibe
• Private tour format, so you’re not stuck watching a group tour rhythm
• Worth asking about the shop shelves if you only want vegan products in view

Entering a Paris wine shop beside Père Lachaise

This experience works because it feels like a real neighborhood stop, not a big production. The meeting point is 99 Rue du Chemin Vert, 75011 Paris, and the timing starts at 4:00 pm. That late afternoon start matters. It’s late enough to escape the morning crowds, but early enough that you can still do dinner plans afterward without guessing how your night will unfold.

The tour is run as a private activity, meaning it’s just your group. That changes the whole vibe. You can ask follow-up questions, adjust pacing, and get attention without having to shout over strangers. It’s also offered in English, which helps if your French is more “menu reading” than “wine talk.”

This isn’t billed as a museum-style wine lecture. It’s a tasting you can actually enjoy, with an easy, convivial rhythm: pour, snack, chat, repeat.

What you taste: 3 French wines and how the snacks keep up

The core promise is simple: you sample three French wines, brought straight from the producers to the shop. You can choose between whites, reds, rosé, or sparkling styles, so the tasting isn’t random. You’re not trying to guess what you’ll get based on vague categories. You’re picking the general direction first.

During the tasting, you’re also served vegan snacks that are meant to go between pours. From the kinds of snacks described, you should expect things like crudités, baguette, and dips such as hummus and smoked-eggplant style spreads. Some tastings also mention veggie mixes and crackers, with options noted as gluten free in at least one group’s experience.

Why this pairing matters: wine tasting can feel a bit one-note if you’re only drinking. The snacks give your palate a break, help you notice differences between the three wines, and keep the experience comfortable even if you’re not a “wine all the way through” person.

A practical tip: if you know you prefer dry versus fruit-forward styles, tell the host early. Multiple tastings described the guide taking time to shape the set around what the group likes, rather than forcing a fixed flight no matter what.

Your 1-hour plan at 4:00 pm

Duration is about 1 hour, which is ideal in Paris. If you’ve got plans after, this keeps the wine part from becoming a time drain. You can treat it like an “event” rather than an open-ended commitment.

The start time is 4:00 pm, so think of it as a bridge between late sightseeing and a relaxed dinner. It’s also a good option if you want a break from walking. Wine shops are one of the quickest ways to warm up mentally in winter or cool down physically in summer.

Since it’s private, you’ll move at the group’s pace. That sounds small, but it matters. If your group is chatty, you won’t feel rushed. If your group is more quiet, the host can still keep things flowing without turning it into a constant performance.

The hosts matter: Valentin and Clement set the tone

The experience lives or dies on the guide. Here, the names you’ll see associated with great sessions are Valentin and Clement. They’re described as spending real time with each wine, answering questions, and keeping the mood friendly.

One reason I’d recommend this style of tasting is that you get more than “what is this wine.” You get context for why it tastes the way it does—without it turning into a textbook. The best moments in wine tastings tend to happen when you can ask, and when the host actually has time to respond. That’s what shows up repeatedly in the high ratings.

Music also helps. The setup includes music on turntables, which gives the space a calm, Paris-lounge feel. It’s not meant to distract. It’s meant to make conversation easier and the pacing less rigid.

The vegan reality check: tastings are vegan, but the shop may sell more

Here’s the one part I want you to think about before you book: the word vegan is strong, and it can mean different things to different people.

The tasting experience is presented as a vegan wine tasting with vegan snacks. But there’s a reported concern that the shop environment can include non-vegan items for sale (like meat pâté, foie gras, fish, and meat). A business response also indicated the shop sells a variety of producer items, vegan and non-vegan, to serve everyone.

So how do you handle this as a visitor who wants a fully vegan experience?

• If your priority is only that the food and tastings served to you are vegan, you should be fine.
• If your priority includes the entire shop environment being vegan-only in what you see, ask a simple question ahead of time. Something like: what items are displayed during the tasting, and are they only vegan?

This is the kind of detail that changes whether the experience feels comfortable or awkward. You don’t want the “gotcha moment” halfway through a fun afternoon.

Price and value: why $54.19 can make sense

At $54.19 per person, you’re paying for a few things at once:

• Three wine tastings (not just one sip and a thumbs-up)
• Vegan snack pairings to keep the flight enjoyable
• A private format, which usually costs more than group tastings
• A host who explains and adapts based on what you like

Compared with bargain wine flights, this price can feel steep at first glance. But the private attention and the built-in pairing are often where the value lands. You’re not just paying for alcohol; you’re paying for the time, the guidance, and the experience structure that makes it easy to learn without feeling overwhelmed.

Also, the wines are described as coming directly from producers to the shop. That’s not a guarantee of quality by itself, but it does suggest less middlefriction and a more “producer-minded” tasting.

If you’re someone who likes to leave Paris with a practical takeaway (knowing what style you genuinely enjoy and why), that learning time is part of the value.

Getting there near public transit (and keeping it simple)

The start location is specific: 99 Rue du Chemin Vert. The good news is it’s marked as being near public transportation, which matters in Paris. You don’t want your wine tasting to become a mini logistics project.

Because the tour is private and lasts about an hour, your best move is to plan to arrive a few minutes early so you don’t have to stress about finding the exact entrance. A mobile ticket is provided, which usually makes last-minute check-in simpler.

If you’re pairing this with other stops, I’d cluster it in the same general area of your afternoon. Rue du Chemin Vert puts you in an easy-to-explore zone if you’re already near Père Lachaise or working your way through that side of the city.

Who this fits best (and who may want a different plan)

This tasting is a great fit if you want:

• A short wine experience that doesn’t hijack your evening
• Vegan snacks alongside multiple wine styles
• A relaxed setting with vinyl music
• Private time with a host in English

It may be a less ideal fit if:

• You need a completely vegan-only environment, with no non-vegan items visible anywhere in the shop
• Your group wants a long, multi-stop walking itinerary (this is a tight one-hour tasting)

If you’re traveling with someone who likes wine but you’re the one coordinating dietary rules, this is still a strong option—as long as you confirm what you’ll see in the shop during the tasting.

Should you book this vegan wine tasting near Père Lachaise?

Book it if you want an easy, high-attention, one-hour wine stop with three pours and vegan snacks, plus the chance to ask questions in English. It’s especially worth it for couples and small groups who prefer a quieter experience and who like the sound of vinyl music in a real Paris wine shop.

Think twice (or message ahead) if you’re sensitive to the presence of non-vegan products in view. The tasting itself is described as vegan-friendly, but the shop’s wider assortment may not be fully vegan-only.

If you’re okay with that distinction—and you’re ready for a relaxed, friendly wine conversation—this is a fun way to add a Paris flavor that isn’t just sightseeing.

FAQ

How long is the vegan wine tasting?

It’s about 1 hour.

What does the tasting include?

You’ll sample three French wines (you can choose whites, reds, rosé, or sparkling) with vegan snacks.

Where do you meet?

You meet at 99 Rue du Chemin Vert, 75011 Paris, France.

What time does it start?

The start time is 4:00 pm.

Is the tour private?

Yes. It’s listed as private, so only your group participates.

What language is it offered in?

The tour is offered in English.

Do I get a mobile ticket?

Yes. It includes a mobile ticket.

Is it near public transportation?

Yes, it’s marked as near public transportation.

Are service animals allowed?

Yes, service animals are allowed.

What if I need to cancel?

You can cancel for a full refund up to 24 hours before the experience starts. If you cancel less than 24 hours before, the amount paid is not refunded.