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WHY let summer have all the fun? As thoughts turn to crisp autumn evenings, Irish Ferries is inviting wine lovers to savour a taste of France this autumn, with its final 2026 onboard wine tasting experience sailing from Dublin to Cherbourg on October 15, 2026. Fares start from €399 return for a car, two passengers and an inner cabin.
Following the enduring popularity of its seasonal wine tasting sailings, Irish Ferries has once again partnered with Wine Beer Supermarket, the leading wine warehouse in Cherbourg, to bring a taste of France’s celebrated wine regions directly onboard the W.B. Yeats. The complimentary tastings will give passengers the chance to sample selected wines, meet industry experts and enjoy a uniquely French experience before they even reach the shores of France.
Irish Ferries spokesperson Nora Costello explained: “Our wine tasting sailings have become a much-loved part of the Dublin to Cherbourg experience, giving customers a relaxed and memorable way to begin their French escape. October is a wonderful time to explore France by car, from Normandy’s food and drink trails to the country’s celebrated wine regions, and this sailing offers the perfect seasonal send-off.”
Regional selection
The October sailing will feature an impressive selection of wines from across France, with guests able to explore everything from the elegant whites of the Loire Valley and rich reds of the Rhône to prestigious Bordeaux wines from Haut-Médoc, alongside selections from Languedoc-Roussillon, Provence and Alsace. Wine experts and representatives from some of France’s most renowned producers will be on hand throughout the tasting, sharing their knowledge and the stories behind the wines.
Growing wine scene
With wine tourism continuing to grow in popularity, these sailings offer passengers a relaxed way to begin their French experience before arriving on shore. Whether they are seasoned wine enthusiasts or simply curious to discover more, the onboard tasting combines travel, discovery and expert guidance while sailing from Dublin to Cherbourg.
And the French wine journey does not have to end when the W.B. Yeats reaches Cherbourg. Travelling by car means passengers can continue exploring Normandy’s rich food and drink heritage, from cider orchards and Calvados distilleries to the region’s emerging vineyards, including Les Arpents du Soleil in Calvados. Along the way, they can stock up on their favourite wine discoveries to enjoy at home, making an autumn wine tasting mini-cruise a timely excuse to prepare for cosy nights in, dinner parties and the festive season.
Onboard, guests can also enjoy the W.B. Yeats’ comfortable lounges, dining options and panoramic sea views, making the crossing part of the holiday from the moment they sail.
For those ready to make their next French escape a little more delicious, Irish Ferries’ autumn wine tasting sailing offers the chance to raise a glass onboard the W.B. Yeats before continuing the journey from Cherbourg by car.
To book the wine tasting getaway, visit: Wine tasting on W.B. Yeats to Cherbourg | Dublin Cherbourg | Irish Ferries
