Wine Tastings and Winery Visits Bonvillars

Bonvillars sits at the northern edge of Vaud, perched on south‑facing slopes just above its charming village and a stone’s throw from Lake Neuchâtel. It’s a small but remarkable wine region where lake‑reflected light and Jura foothills shape expressive Chasselas and Pinot Noir wines. It’s the kind of wine destination that whispers tradition through panoramic vineyards. 

Wine tourism in Bonvillars unfolds gracefully. You can stroll through the Bonvillars AOC vineyard trail, meandering past heritage villages like Champagne, Onnens, and Corcelles‑près‑Concise. Along this route, vineyard stops and cellar visits offer insight—perfect for combining nature with nuanced wine tasting.

The wines of Bonvillars pair beautifully with simple regional fare. Imagine a cool glass of Chasselas or Pinot Noir with fresh bread, seasonal cheese, or lake‑region charcuterie enjoyed at a village café—unpretentious, authentic, and deeply rooted in local taste.

Pinot Noir and Chasselas lead the way in Bonvillars, favored for expressing both body and finesse. Gamay and modern Swiss hybrids like Gamaret and Garanoir also enrich the palette. The village even produces notable Oeil‑de‑Perdrix rosé, drawing on its proximity to Neuchâtel.

Seasonal change deepens Bonvillars’s appeal. In autumn, vineyard walks offer golden hues and the chance to join a harvest and tasting session—where you pick grapes one moment and savor wine with local bites the next. Winter brings calm cellar experiences overlooking slopes resting until spring.

Begin amid vineyard terraces above Bonvillars, then join a wine walk through nearby villages such as Valeyres‑sous‑Montagny and Concise. Drop by the cooperative cellar, the Cave des Viticulteurs de Bonvillars, for a tasting of diverse AOC wines, including sparkling or rosé options alongside classic reds and whites.

Here are the best wine tastings to book in Bonvillars:

• Les Frères Bloesch – Meet a Passionate Winemaker in the Nord Vaudois