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Winery · Grevenmacher, Grevenmacher
Caves Bernard-Massard
House of sparkling wines and still wines in Grevenmacher, beside the Mosela bridge, with visits to the cellars that show crémant production by the traditional method and a tasting at the end.
Illustrative images. The pictures in this guide are illustrations based on the real place, not photographs, and may differ from it.
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About Caves Bernard-Massard
The Caves Bernard-Massard are in the centre of Grevenmacher, next to the bridge over the Mosela, and are one of Luxembourg’s best-known sparkling wine houses. The house is named after its founder, Jean Bernard-Massard, and produces Luxembourg crémant and Moselle wines, as well as sparkling wines under other denominations.
The visit goes through the cellars where the bottles rest and explains the traditional method: the second fermentation inside the bottle, the long ageing on the lees, the remuage, where the bottles are turned and tilted until the sediment gathers in the neck, and the dégorgement, when that sediment is removed. Panels and films also show the work in the hillside vineyards.
At the end there is a tasting, and the shop sells the house’s sparkling wines and wines. In season, from April to October, visits and tastings are usually held regularly; outside that period they may require prior arrangement.
From the entrance to the cellars you can walk to the sightseeing boat quay and to the town centre.
Before you go
Practical information
Cidade Turismo reviews its information regularly, but something may have changed. Check with the place before planning your trip.
How much time to set aside
About 1 hour, including the tasting.
Best time
From April to October, when visits are usually regular. Outside the season, arrange in advance. The house recommends reserving the tasting because of private events.
How to get there
It is located on rue du Pont, in Grevenmacher, next to the Mosela bridge, a few minutes’ walk from the town-centre bus stop. There is nearby parking for cars.
Tip
Book the visit or tasting in advance, especially at weekends. If you are going to Remich the same day, choose one of the two cellars: the visits are similar.
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Get your questions answered
Frequently asked questions about Caves Bernard-Massard
Do you need to reserve the visit?
It is recommended, especially outside the season and at weekends, because the venue hosts private events. Confirm before you go.
What do you learn on the visit?
How crémant is made by the traditional method: second fermentation in the bottle, ageing on the lees, remuage and disgorgement.
Does the tour include a tasting?
Yes, it usually ends with a tasting of the house’s sparkling wines.