Wine and chocolat tasting at Chablis.

Chablis is famous for crisp white wine, but this small tasting adds a playful twist: wine paired with chocolate. At Boutique Clotilde Davenne, you sample estate wines from Chablis and the Grand Auxerrois while tasting chocolates selected to match each pour.

I like two things right away. The 45-minute format fits neatly into a day of sightseeing, and the six-person limit should give you room to ask questions rather than simply stand in a crowd. The main consideration is that the tasting is brief, so you should not expect a winery tour, vineyard walk, or a full meal.

Key points to know before booking

• Three notable wines: Taste Irancy Pinot Noir et César, Côtes d’Auxerre Pinot Noir, and Crémant de Bourgogne.
• Chocolate pairings: The estate provides wine and chocolate combinations designed to show how contrasting flavors work together.
• Small group setting: No more than six participants can join, making this a personal-format tasting.
• Central meeting point: The experience starts and ends at Boutique Clotilde Davenne.
• Bilingual hosting: The tasting is offered in French or English.
• Adults only: Participants must be at least 18 years old.

Starting at Boutique Clotilde Davenne

You begin and finish at Boutique Clotilde Davenne, the home base for the tasting. That simple arrangement matters. You do not need to follow a guide through several parts of town or arrange transport between a shop and a cellar.

The boutique setting also gives the experience a more direct connection to the estate. You are tasting wines associated with Domaine Clotilde Davenne, alongside chocolates prepared for the estate’s pairings. This is not a broad regional wine fair with dozens of unrelated bottles. It is a focused introduction to one producer’s selection from Chablis and the Grand Auxerrois.

I would plan to arrive with enough time to find the boutique and settle in. The supplied details do not specify a dress code, transport, parking, or exact meeting instructions, so you should check the booking information for those points before setting out.

A 45-minute tasting with a clear purpose

The session lasts 45 minutes. That is long enough for several pours and food pairings, but short enough to fit between other activities in Chablis. I see this as a useful choice for a day trip or a stop during a longer Burgundy itinerary.

You will not spend the whole afternoon at the table. Instead, the tasting moves through a set of wine and chocolate combinations, with explanations in French or English. The purpose is not only to sample wine, but to notice how chocolate changes the way a wine tastes.

That format works best when you pay attention to the contrasts. A red wine may show fruit and spice beside chocolate, while a sparkling wine may feel fresher against sweetness. The experience description does not specify the exact chocolates or the order of the wines, so you should treat the tasting as a guided discovery rather than a fixed menu.

The small group limit of six is one of the strongest practical features. With fewer people, you have a better chance to hear the explanations and ask about the wines in your glass. It also suits couples and small groups who want something quieter than a large commercial tasting.

The wines in your glass

The named highlights give the tasting a useful range. They include Irancy Pinot Noir et César, Côtes d’Auxerre Pinot Noir, and Crémant de Bourgogne.

Irancy Pinot Noir et César is especially interesting because it brings together Pinot Noir and César, a grape associated with the Irancy area. That makes it a distinctive bottle to encounter in a short tasting. If you usually think of Burgundy only in terms of Pinot Noir and Chardonnay, this pour gives you a reason to pay closer attention to local variation.

Côtes d’Auxerre Pinot Noir offers another look at red wine from the wider Auxerrois area. Having two red wines in the program lets you compare them rather than judging a single bottle in isolation. Ask how the estate sees the difference between the Irancy and Côtes d’Auxerre wines, and notice which chocolate brings out the best in each.

Crémant de Bourgogne changes the pace. This sparkling Burgundy wine brings bubbles into a tasting otherwise focused on still reds and the broader Chablis and Grand Auxerrois selection. It should also make for a useful comparison with chocolate, since sweetness, texture, and acidity can alter how the wine feels.

The supplied highlights do not list a specific Chablis cuvée, but the experience includes a selection of Chablis and Grand Auxerrois wines. If Chablis white wine is your main reason for booking, ask about the bottles being poured on the day. The named wines suggest that the session is broader than a standard Chablis-only tasting.

Why the chocolate pairing matters

Chocolate is not just a snack placed beside the wine. It changes the tasting exercise. You first taste the wine on its own, then try it with the chocolate, and compare the effect. That simple method helps you notice sweetness, acidity, fruit, bitterness, and texture.

The pairing also makes the experience accessible if you are new to wine. You do not need a large vocabulary or years of tasting practice. The chocolate gives you an easy reference point. You can decide which combination works for you, even if you do not know how to describe every aroma.

For experienced wine drinkers, the appeal is different. The combinations may challenge your usual assumptions about Burgundy wines. Chocolate can make a wine seem softer, sweeter, or more pronounced, and the guided format gives you a chance to ask why.

I would not book this expecting a chocolate-making workshop. The information describes tasting estate wine and chocolates, not preparing sweets or visiting a chocolate kitchen. The focus is on the match between the two.

What the small group changes

A maximum of six people is a real advantage at this price. In a large tasting room, a short session can feel rushed because questions compete with the clock. Here, you should have a better chance to follow the explanations and take part in the discussion.

The format received especially strong praise for the welcome and explanations. One returning customer enjoyed the reception and tasting enough to book again for the following week, despite facing a two-hour drive. That detail tells me the experience is not relying only on the novelty of chocolate. The personal welcome appears to be a major part of its appeal.

Another guest described the host as excellent, while a separate comment praised the guide’s grasp of the subject and the way the wine and chocolate worked together. The available comments are brief, but they point to the same strengths: a warm welcome, clear explanations, and pairings that feel thoughtfully chosen.

There is no named guide in the supplied information, so I would not promise a specific host. The experience is provided by Domaine Clotilde Davenne, and hosting is available in both French and English.

Is $23 a fair price?

At $23 per person, this is a reasonable price for a guided tasting in Burgundy, particularly because the fee includes both wine and chocolate pairings. You are paying for more than the liquid in the glasses. You are also paying for the setting, the explanations, and the chance to compare several combinations in a small group.

The value is strongest if you want a compact introduction to the estate’s wines. A 45-minute session will not replace a full winery visit, but it also does not ask you to give up half a day. You can fit it around lunch, sightseeing, or another appointment in Chablis.

The value is less clear if you want a large number of pours or a detailed production tour. The description does not promise cellar access, vineyard visits, extensive food, or a full meal. If those are your priorities, you should seek a longer wine experience.

For couples, the price also works well as a modest gourmet stop. For a larger party, remember that the small group limit may mean booking availability is limited. The adult-only rule keeps the tasting focused, but families will need another activity for anyone under 18.

Who will enjoy this tasting most

I would recommend this experience to you if you want a short, polished introduction to Chablis-area wines and enjoy trying unexpected food matches. It suits wine beginners because the chocolate gives you a simple way to compare flavors. It also suits experienced drinkers who want to look beyond a standard Chablis pour.

It is particularly good for:

• Couples looking for a relaxed stop in Chablis
• Visitors with only 45 minutes to spare
• People who prefer small groups over busy tasting rooms
• Wine drinkers interested in Irancy and Côtes d’Auxerre
• Anyone who likes sweet and savory tasting comparisons
• English-speaking visitors who want bilingual guidance

You may want to skip it if you need a child-friendly activity, dislike chocolate, or want a long technical visit to vineyards and cellars. The tasting is also not the right choice if you expect a substantial lunch. It is a focused tasting, not a restaurant meal.

Practical tips for making the most of it

Read the named wine highlights before you arrive. Irancy Pinot Noir et César and Côtes d’Auxerre Pinot Noir are useful reference points, while Crémant de Bourgogne gives the tasting a sparkling change of pace. Knowing those names will help you follow the comparisons.

Ask questions about the pairings. The best part of this experience is not simply identifying whether you like a wine. It is noticing what happens after the chocolate. Ask which combination the host recommends and whether the wine should be tasted before or after the chocolate.

Keep your schedule realistic. The tasting itself lasts 45 minutes, but you should allow extra time to arrive at Boutique Clotilde Davenne and to browse or make purchases if that is part of your plan. The exact start times vary, so check availability when booking.

The activity allows cancellation up to 24 hours before the start for a full refund, and you can reserve without paying immediately. Those terms are useful if your Burgundy plans are still shifting. You should still confirm the exact time and meeting details before committing your day.

Should you book this Chablis wine and chocolate tasting?

Book it if you want a friendly, small-group tasting with a clear theme and a modest price. The combination of Chablis and Grand Auxerrois wines with estate-made chocolates gives you something more memorable than a routine sip-and-spit stop. The warm welcome, clear explanations, and well-matched pairings are the strongest reasons to go.

Do not book it expecting a vineyard tour or a full afternoon at the estate. At 45 minutes, this is a compact tasting designed to fit into a Chablis visit. For adults who enjoy wine, chocolate, and direct guidance in French or English, $23 is a sensible buy.

FAQ

Where does the tasting start?

It starts at Boutique Clotilde Davenne in Chablis and finishes at the same location.

How long does the experience last?

The wine and chocolate tasting lasts 45 minutes.

What wines are included?

The named highlights include Irancy Pinot Noir et César, Côtes d’Auxerre Pinot Noir, and Crémant de Bourgogne. The experience also includes a selection of Chablis and Grand Auxerrois wines.

Are chocolates included?

Yes. Wine and chocolate pairings crafted for the estate are included.

What languages are available?

The live guide can conduct the experience in French or English.

How large is the group?

The group is limited to six participants.

Can children join?

No. The activity is not suitable for children under 18 years old.

How much does it cost?

The price is $23 per person. You can reserve now and pay later, and cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the experience for a full refund.