Salon Vins & Fromages
The meeting place for wine and cheese lovers in Champagnole
About Salon Vins & Fromages
The Salon Vins & Fromages in Champagnole: A Must-Visit Event in the Jura
For over fifteen years, the Salon Vins & Fromages in Champagnole has established itself as one of the major gastronomic events in the Jura department. Organized every autumn by the Association Œnologique Champagnolaise (AOC), this fair hosts winemakers from all over France as well as renowned cheese producers at the Oppidum complex, a vast exhibition space in the heart of the town.
A Fair Dedicated to Wine and Cheese Pairings
The originality of the Salon Vins & Fromages lies in its dual theme, which combines two pillars of French gastronomy. Visitors can taste a wide variety of wines—reds, whites, rosés, crémants—from the vineyards of Burgundy, Jura, the Rhône Valley, Bordeaux, Alsace, and elsewhere, while discovering AOP cheeses from the Jura massif: Comté, Morbier, Mont d'Or, Bleu de Gex, and many others.
Workshops Led by Experts
Each edition, the fair offers themed workshops led by professionals. Highlights include:
- "Aromas and Flavors" Workshops led by Les Amis du Comté, to learn how to recognize the aromatic nuances of Jura cheeses
- "Cheese and Wine Pairings" Workshops led by Master Cheesemaker Marc Janin, an affineur based in Champagnole, in partnership with oenologist Geoffrey Grandjean
- "Chocolate and Wine Pairings" Workshops offered by the Tibochoc chocolate factory and Geoffrey Grandjean
A Showcase of French Terroir
Beyond wines and cheeses, the fair also hosts producers of artisanal charcuterie, chocolate, honey, and other regional specialties, offering visitors a complete panorama of gastronomic know-how. The exhibitors, selected for the quality of their products, passionately share their production methods and their attachment to the terroir.
A Friendly and Accessible Event
The Salon Vins & Fromages takes place over two days, Saturday and Sunday, in a warm and family-friendly atmosphere. Admission is open to all, and tastings are included in the entrance fee, allowing everyone to freely explore the exhibitors' stands and discover new flavors.
Champagnole, Gastronomic Capital of the Haut-Jura
Nestled in the heart of the Jura, the town of Champagnole is a natural crossroads between the plain and the Jura mountains. The Oppidum complex, which hosts the fair, offers a spacious and modern setting, ideally located to accommodate an event of this scale. The Salon Vins & Fromages contributes to the gastronomic influence of the town and the department, attracting visitors each year from across the Bourgogne-Franche-Comté region and beyond.
Salon Vins & Fromages — edition 2026
The 18th edition of the Champagnole Wine & Cheese Fair will be held on Saturday, October 17 and Sunday, October 18, 2026, at the Oppidum complex. Organized by the Association Œnologique Champagnolaise (AOC), it brings together winemakers from all over France and cheese producers from the Jura region for tastings and food-wine pairing workshops.
2026 Edition — 18th Champagnole Wine & Cheese Fair
On October 17 and 18, 2026, the Oppidum complex will host the 18th edition of the Wine & Cheese Fair, organized by the Association Œnologique Champagnolaise (AOC). Winemakers from all over France and cheese producers from the Jura region will offer their wines (reds, whites, rosés, crémants) and their AOP cheeses from the Jura massif (Comté, Morbier, Mont d'Or, Bleu de Gex), alongside producers of charcuterie, chocolate, and other local specialties.
Admission at 7 € includes a tasting glass, access to the fair, and tastings. On-site catering will be provided by « Le Repère » throughout both days, and a raffle will be organized all weekend long.
Workshops and Highlights 2026
Several thematic workshops will punctuate the event (reservations recommended): « Cheese and Wine Pairings » workshops led by Master Cheesemaker Marc Janin (Meilleur Ouvrier de France) and oenologist Geoffrey Grandjean, « Aromas and Flavors » workshops offered by Les Amis du Comté, and « Chocolate and Wine Pairings » workshops with chocolatier Julien Paget and Geoffrey Grandjean. Vehicle exhibitions will complete the fair's entertainment.
Programme Salon Vins & Fromages 2026
Saturday, October 17, 2026
Fair open from 10:00 AM to 8:30 PM.
- 11:00 AM — « Cheese and Wine Pairings » workshop with Marc Janin (Master Cheesemaker, MOF) and Geoffrey Grandjean (oenologist) · 50 places
- 12:00 PM — « Le Repère » catering service
- 2:00 PM — « Aromas and Flavors » workshops led by Les Amis du Comté
- 4:00 PM — « Chocolate and Wine Pairings » workshop with Julien Paget (chocolatier) and Geoffrey Grandjean · 50 places
- 5:00 PM & 6:00 PM — « Aromas and Flavors » workshops (Les Amis du Comté)
- Evening — Raffle and on-site meal
Sunday, October 18, 2026
Fair open from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM.
- 11:00 AM — « Cheese and Wine Pairings » workshop and « Aromas and Flavors » workshops
- 12:00 PM — Catering service
- 2:00 PM — « Aromas and Flavors » workshops
- 3:00 PM — « Chocolate and Wine Pairings » workshop · 50 places
- 4:00 PM — Last « Aromas and Flavors » workshop
Raffle and vehicle exhibitions (Peugeot, Renault) throughout the weekend.
Prices Salon Vins & Fromages 2026
Practical information — Salon Vins & Fromages
Practical Information
Location
The fair is held at the Oppidum complex, avenue des États-Unis, 39300 Champagnole, in the Jura.
Dates
The Salon Vins & Fromages takes place every year in October, over a weekend (Saturday and Sunday).
Opening Hours
- Saturday: 10:00 AM to 8:30 PM
- Sunday: 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Prices
Admission to the fair includes tastings. The exact price is announced each year on the official website and Facebook page of the Association Œnologique Champagnolaise.
Access
- By car: Champagnole is accessible via the RN5 from Lons-le-Saunier (approx. 35 km) and via the D471 from Pontarlier (approx. 45 km). Free parking near the Oppidum.
- By train: Champagnole SNCF station, about a 10-minute walk from the Oppidum complex.
Catering
On-site catering is available throughout the fair, with dishes made from local products.
Contact
Association Œnologique Champagnolaise (AOC)
Official website: salon-vins-fromages-champagnole.fr
Facebook page: Association Oenologique de Champagnole
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Complexe de l'Oppidum
Complexe de l'Oppidum, 39300 Champagnole