Grafa Lecoq, The last wine breeder in Belgium. Without this centenary society, The profession of wine breeder has disappeared in Belgium. After fermentation and before bottling, The activity of the house is to raise, in oak barrels, Wines of French origin.
La Libre invites you to discover this profession of breeder in the underground passages of the Citadel of Namur where 1,200 barrels of the Grafé Lecoq house are stored. An exceptional cellar with a constant temperature of 11 ° and a humidity of 90% (remember to cover yourself). You will have the opportunity to taste the wines of all origins during breeding. A great visit to the vineyards of France in perspective.
After this discovery in the depths of the citadel, Go to Saint-Aubin Square where Bernard Grafé will open the door to his cellars (a 500-meter labyrinth) located under the cathedral and the courthouse. This is where the great wines rest after bottling and before marketing.
Baudouin Havaux, Vin de la Libre columnist will accompany us to answer all your questions.
Program :Wednesday June 14 from 2 to 5 p.m.
Or: - First appointment at the Citadel of Namur.
-Second meet at Place Saint-Aubin.
(Route between the citadel and the Saint-Aubin square on your own)
Subscriber rate: 25 €
Not subscribed rate: € 29