Vignobles en Scène! a unique day of experiences and a gourmet banquet
Sunday 18 October:
experience the destination’s highlight event
La Loire en Scène at the château
The great gourmet and festive gathering of Vignobles en Scène!
On Sunday, enjoy a unique day in the exceptional setting of Château de La Bussière, a remarkable Loire heritage gem nestled between the River Loire, Puisaye and the vineyards.
Throughout the day, take the time to relax and enjoy a variety of experiences:
🍷 Become an oenology expert with a speed tasting session and a blind wine tasting.
🍽️ Enjoy a convivial lunch in a warm and welcoming atmosphere, featuring a menu inspired by the flavours of our Loire terroir and paired with wines from the destination’s three wine appellations: Sancerre, Pouilly Fumé and Coteaux du Giennois. The meal will be served in the elegant former outbuildings of the château.
🕵️ Put your detective skills to the test with a notebook in hand and solve a murder mystery during a giant Cluedo game.
An invitation to share unforgettable moments in a historic setting, whether you are visiting as a family, a couple or with friends.
Lunch menu
Pumpkin velouté with parmesan shavings
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Duck fillet with Gâtinais honey, creamy polenta and pan-fried carrots
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Mediterranean vegetable tian, turned potatoes and salsa verde (vegetarian option)
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Green salad and Chavignol Crottin cheese
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Chocolate finger cake with Mazet praline ice cream
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Coffee, water and wines from the Sancerre, Pouilly Fumé and Coteaux du Giennois AOCs
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The children’s menu will be the same, served in smaller portions.
Practical informations
Sunday 18 October 2026
The event starts at approximately 11 am.
(The exact meeting time will be confirmed upon booking.)
Venue
Château de La Bussière
35 Rue du Château 45230 La Bussière
Day ticket prices
€60 per person for ages 12 and over
€30 per person for children aged 6 to 11
Free for children under 6 (meal not included)
Prices include the two activities and lunch, as well as unlimited access to the château, park and gardens from 2 pm to 6 pm.
Advance online booking is required (see below on the page).
Need help?
The tourist information offices across the destination
(at Gien, Briare, Cosne-sur-Loire, Pouilly-sur-Loire and Sancerre cities)
are available to provide information and assist you with your booking.
Contact details for the tourist information offices can be found at the bottom of the page 👎
Booking
Booking is required and available until 9 October 2026.
Payment must be made at the time of booking by credit or debit card (secure payment guaranteed)
Registration is required for all participants attending the day (including those entitled to free admission)
Please select your meal choice when booking (no changes will be possible on the day of the event)
The online ticketing platform will open by the end of August.
The event will go ahead once the minimum attendance of 50 participants has been reached.
If this minimum number is not reached, you will be contacted a few days before the event to inform you of its cancellation and arrange a refund.