Gourmet products local specialties and wines Tarn

The Rabastens winery was founded in 1953, at the crossroads of Toulouse and Albi. Specializing in the creation of wines with accessible, gourmet profiles, such as Tarani, it is driven by the values of Vinovalie, the union of winegrowers from the Pays d'Ovalie, founded in 2006. Today, the winery brings together over 4,000 hectares of vines and 315 winemakers who produce quality nectars every year. The wines are available at the cellar and on delivery.

In Cahuzac-sur-Vère, one of Cave Gayrel's three estates, Château Vigné-Lourac is a benchmark. Its vins de pays will appeal to all those who love fresh, characterful flavors: the red, made from local blends (syrah, duras, braucol), the dry or sweet white, or the rosé, which gives a mouthful of fruit. On avenue Foch, Alain Gayrel opened La Cave in 1997, where you can taste not only his own wines, but also a selection of the finest vintages from Gaillac and beyond. This enthusiast will help you make your choice!

This native of the region, Meilleur Ouvrier de France, is a true genius! He handles flavors with elegance and finesse, enchanting our taste buds with his constant quest for novelty. The praline cranberry chocolate bar, dark chocolate with Espelette chilli or violet are just a few examples of his originality. Individual chocolates, carefully arranged in ballotins, are the gift of choice. All production is guaranteed pure cocoa butter.

Wrapped in attractive stonework, this is a gourmet's haven. As soon as you walk through the door, your mouth waters at the sight of the well-stocked display cases of exceptional cheeses and charcuterie, straight from Italy and Spain. Pecorino, gorgonzola, parmesan and mozzarella cheeses tempt the eye, while pata negra, San Daniele and lardo di Colonnata whet the appetite. You can come and take away, place an order or enjoy catered dishes, sandwiches, homemade lasagne, ravioli, croque-monsieur... on the spot.

Arnaud, a farmer-brewer, offers you his organic craft beers made on his farm in Garrigues, from organically grown cereals and hops. There's Cascade blonde, Pic de Nore brown, a brown with cocoa and coffee aromas, Nuit noire, Pépite IPA, Grésigne white and other ephemerals. A new activity, since 2019, for this family of farmers who have been producing wheat, barley, soya, lentils and chickpeas for three generations, and who also cultivate 5 ha of vines.

In the heart of Albi, a few meters from the cathedral, the market will delight your eyes and your taste buds. Local producers and shopkeepers are gathered in one place to welcome you and offer you the best products of the region. You will find many shops: bakeries and pastry shops, canneries, delicatessens and butchers, delicatessens, wine producers, cheese makers, creameries, fishmongers, caterers and oyster producers, roasters and greengrocers... What a treat!

They offer a variety of products, including wild tuna in organic olive oil, groceries such as lemon chia cookies and wild garlic cèpenade, and non-alcoholic drinks such as organic lemonade. They also sell white wine, including Instant Apéro Blanc, and red wine, such as La Régalade Aop Saint Chinian. As well as delicatessen products, Bioterroir also offers ecological cleaning products, such as liquid laundry detergent.

Domaine Plageoles is 7 generations of winegrowers, 27 hectares and 2 farms: the Domaine des Très Cantous (Cahuzac-sur-Vère) and the Domaine de Roucou-Cantemerle (Castelnau-de-Montmiral). They produce white and red AOC wines, with a majority of white vines. In addition to cultivating mauzac in all its forms, Bernard Plageoles has brought back to life old grape varieties such as ondenc or prunelart. His natural vinification gives birth to beautiful sparkling wines (method gaillacoise), sweet and mellow, very characteristic.

The online tourist guide provides information on the E.Leclerc Gaillac hypermarket. Located on the Route de Toulouse in Gaillac, this hypermarket offers a range of services including car rental, parapharmacy and catering. Visitors can also take advantage of the on-site service station, offering different types of fuel at competitive prices. On top of this, the store offers additional services such as click and collect, free wifi, a recycling collection point and after-sales service. Visitors can also consult online catalogs to discover current offers.

E.Leclerc Albi is a hypermarket located in the Z.A.C Fonlabour. It offers a variety of services such as E.Leclerc Auto, E.Leclerc DRIVE Albi, E.Leclerc Espace Culturel, E.Leclerc Location, E.Leclerc Parapharmacie, E.Leclerc Station Service and E.Leclerc TRAITEUR Albi. Customers can also take advantage of the E.Leclerc service station, which offers different types of fuel at competitive prices. In addition, the store offers practical services such as a postal mailbox, a photocopier, a recycling collection point and high-quality after-sales service.

Casino Supermarché offers a wide range of products and services, and you can also shop online. The supermarket is also accessible to the deaf and hearing-impaired. Albi is a town in the Tarn department in the Occitanie region of France.

The words "heritage" and "transmission" take on their full meaning on this Tarn farm. Indeed, the history of La Métairie Neuve is linked to that of the Vernheres family, owners of the property since 1981. Today, the third generation is at the head of this quality production. Together, Jackie and Eric perpetuate the tradition, accompanied recently by their son, Frédéric. They produce Muscovy duck, roast duck and chicken, always with the same attention to quality, GMO-free products and animal welfare.

Committed to the respect and love of his land, Damien Bonnet takes particular care of his vines. In the heart of the Tarn in the Gaillac area, this passionate winegrower shows an active pragmatism in the vinification and maturation. He allows his vineyard to produce wines with strong personality, and to occupy a place of choice in the evolution of the appellation of organic wines of Gaillac. You can discover his history, his cellar and buy his wines directly at the domain, by appointment.

For more than 100 years, the Biscuiterie Deymier's production of scalded biscuits has been elaborated in a small family workshop, where each cookie is unique, shaped by hand, before being poached in hot water and then baked. Charles Deymier decided to rework the traditional recipe of these aniseed cookies in his own way by adding sugar, which he patented under the name "Charlot" eleven years later. Notice to all the gourmets: you will be able to find Marie, Véronique and their delicious cookies on the fairs and markets of Ségala!

The story begins in 1956 when the father of the current manager sets up the company. Between passing on know-how and adapting to modern techniques and imperatives, the Oberti family, which defines itself as a "curing company", works with fresh and locally produced pork meats in order to offer a whole range of fresh, dry, cooked, sliced and certified products: Toulouse sausage, PGI Lacaune Ham, sausages and fries to name but a few examples.

Every Friday morning, on the Place du Griffoul and Place de la Libération, Gaillac locals and tourists meet up. Every Tuesday evening, from 4pm to 7:30pm, the Noctambio market with its organic produce arrives at Place du Griffoul. You'll find seasonal local produce bearing the Organic Farming and/or Nature & Progrès labels. Finally, Sunday mornings are the perfect time to discover the small, traditional market. In addition to the three weekly markets, there are also occasional markets, especially in summer, and night markets organized by local traders.

La Clef des Vins is a wine shop offering a wide selection of wines, spirits and olive products. Here, you can taste some 16 different wines by the glass, thanks to the Enomatic system (a smart card credited with the amount of your choice), and discover the selection of the moment. You'll be able to try out classics and new releases at all price levels, and if you've always wanted to learn more about wine, courses and tasting evenings are organized on a regular basis. Atmosphere and flavours guaranteed!

Discover the first collection of historical cookies. Their recipe? Local raw materials and historical knowledge. In the kitchen: Elisa and Gwenaëlle, who live in an old farmhouse. Their Mirliflores cookie factory produces medieval, Renaissance or 18th century delicacies: hairy balls, with hazelnut and orange blossom, chocolate marzipan, violet brivadeaux, cookies of joy, with spelt flour, cinnamon and almond slivers. And in the box, there is a booklet on pastry through the centuries!

In the heart of the Haut-Languedoc Regional Nature Park, at an altitude of 1,000 metres, lies the source of Mont Roucous mineral water. This precious resource was discovered in 1973 by Joseph Combes, a native of Lacaun convinced of the benefits of this water, which was recognized as a "natural mineral" in 1993. Thanks to its low mineral content, Mont Roucous water is suitable for all ages, without exception. Once owned by the Danone group, Mont Roucous is now the property of Jean-Claude Lacaze, an entrepreneur of Tarn origin.

Christine and Richard started their business on a farm 6 km from Murat. With their son Martin, they run this workshop at the entrance to the village. Behind the scenes, they work cheerfully on veal, beef, pork, rabbit and tripe. In the shop windows, you'll also find specialties and stews such as fromage de tête, blanquette de veau and charcuterie. Quality is at the heart of this address, and the meat is local, with no coloring, preservatives or additives, and is certified organic.

All products from Laurent Cazotte's artisanal distillery in Villeneuve-sur-Vère (which can be visited) are produced using the passerillage method, and have become a benchmark in their field. This simple yet complex technique is currently unique in France. Fruit destined for distillation is harvested, then laid out in the open air for four weeks to concentrate its flavors. The result after distillation: a delight!

Her first name is Elodie, but she preferred the second, Josepha, probably to better rhyme with chocolate, her passion. Settled in Castres since 2012, the young woman has made the city her cocoa expression ground. Queen of the bean, this complete artist plays with textures, colors, flavors, and offers all gourmands variations of choice. In her workshop, she explores and tries rare and precious mixtures, and even encourages learning through cooking courses adapted to all ages.

Founded in 1953, Cave de Técou, with its 465 ha of vineyards, is located between Toulouse and Albi, in the heart of the Gaillac vineyards on the left bank of the Tarn. Part of Vinovalie, it is a pioneer in barrel ageing, and now boasts 650 barrels of 225-liter capacity. If you're a wine lover and would like to find out more, the winery organizes tours of its barrel cellars and free tastings.

In winter, Mazamet hosts a marché au gras in its covered market hall. Here you'll find products from your favorite palmipeds (ducks and geese): foie gras, magret, confit... The local farmers' market takes place in July and August. You'll find local producers, gourmet plates of farm produce, demonstrations by craftspeople and great tastings, all set to music and with games for children!

Based in the Lautrec area, Sébastien is a small-scale farmer who produces the famous pink garlic, renowned for its taste and preservation qualities. A regular at fairs and gastronomic events, the young farmer now offers his products for sale on his website. It's yet another way of highlighting his work and expertise, which are the pride and renown of an entire region. Label Rouge and IGP pink garlic, but also black garlic obtained after a month's maturing.

Yves Thuriès, a local boy and modern-day businessman, is a chef-patissier-chocolatier, member of the French Culinary Academy, and several times Meilleur Ouvrier de France (pastry chef-chocolatier-confectioner and ice-cream maker). His head office is located in Marssac-sur-Tarn. This large workshop is the setting for the production of his fine chocolates. You can discover them in store, or order them online from the website.

Produced from generation to generation by passionate salami makers, Lacaune salted meats are sold throughout the South-West. The sausages and hams of Lacaune PGI are carefully selected and dried in the heights of Lacaune, in the traditional know-how. Subtly salted, peppered with a touch of nutmeg, gourmets appreciate them for their unique flavor. Among the specialties, we also find the "bougnette", a large ball made from pork belly, and the Melsat and Galabar blood sausages.

Ernest Oberti started his activity in 1956 as a charcuterie dealer with his wife Georgette and their van, with which they went to the local fairs and markets. In the 1970's, they started to produce their own cured meats in the basement of their house. With partner pig breeders based in the Tarn and neighboring departments, Maison Oberti has always relied on local and short circuits. Today, it has an impressive record of medals at the Concours Général Agricole in Paris.

Gala, Golden, Topaz, Fuji, Opal... Josy, Christian and Nicolas have created a real apple paradise. On their small farm, they produce many varieties and sell them in a responsible way, always ready to guide you in your choice. On the spot, they offer apples of course, but also juices (apple and pear), William pears and apple sparkling wine. Located on the apple hillside, their farm also has an incredible gite, fully equipped, particularly pleasant.

Located at the foot of the Montagne Noire, Ferme de Bonicarde raises pigs in the open air, just like in the old days. The charcuterie and various processed products on offer will take you back to forgotten flavors. Cathy's traditional specialties include chestnut pâté, liver mousse with Roquefort, rolled brisket and knuckle of pork with walnuts. Perfect for treating yourself or as a gift! But that's not all, because if you'd like to spend a few days in the countryside, Cathy has three comfortable chalets at your disposal.

Marché couvert de l'Albinque: open Tuesday to Sunday, 7 a.m. to 1 p.m

Food market: held in Place Jean-Jaurès on Tuesdays and Thursdays to Saturdays from 7 a.m. to 1 p.m., and in Place de Lameilhé on Wednesday mornings.

Marché biologique: this organic market takes place on Place Pierre-Fabre on Thursdays from 3pm to 7:30pm.

Marché au gras : this market is a showcase for regional know-how, with stalls featuring duck and foie gras. It takes place on Saturday mornings from 7am to 1pm on the Quai Tourcaudière (mid-November to mid-April).

The renaissance of the Domaine d'En Segur is due to the famous pharmacist Pierre Fabre. He acquired the land in 1989 and decided to replant the vineyard. Since 2017, oenologist Lionel Barre has been in charge of the estate. The vines are planted overhanging the Agout river, on terraces of gravel covered with silt and pebbles. The fruit of this crossroads of Mediterranean and oceanic influences, the domaine produces powerful red, rosé, dry white and sweet wines. The domaine has its own cellar and online store.

The farm has been in existence since 1948 and is now in its third generation. Nestled in the heart of the Monts de Lacaune, this family dairy is committed to producing top-of-the-range mountain cheeses made from cow, sheep and goat. The only cheese production centre in the Monts de Lacaune, it excels in the production of typical cheeses such as Monts de Lacaune, Blanche d'Oc and Tomme des Gavachs. Raclette des Monts de Lacaune, Beurre des Monts de Lacaune... Enough to make us salivate already! And all of this is organic !

At this traditional market, you'll find all the products emblematic of the Monts de Lacaune terroir: local charcuterie, fresh cheeses, farm produce... Produced locally, often by families, they're all authentic. Follow in the footsteps of the thousands of gourmets who stop by every year, and discover the stalls filled with homemade jams, fruit and vegetables, porcini mushrooms and chestnuts - everything you need to indulge your appetite. So don't hesitate, grab your shopping bag and go get your delicacies.

About ten kilometers from Alban, make a detour to come and discover and taste these sheep's cheeses with sweet, fruity, full-bodied or even sweet flavors in this farm that celebrated its 30th anniversary in 2019. From grazing to maturing, the watchword here is cheese! You will also find ewe's milk yoghurts, dessert creams, lamb meat parcels, milk jam, sweet curd, ewe's milk pastries such as pomelets or flaune... At the farm or on the markets, you will discover a collection of flavours.

The Canto Perlic estate is perched on the gentle hills along the northern edge of the Tarn valley, just 6 km from Gaillac. Braucol, mauzac, loin de l'oeil and duras flourish here on 8 hectares of vines in organic conversion, in an eco-responsible approach for an estate turned towards sustainability. Poets will be delighted to learn that the estate's name means " partridge song " in Occitan, a partridge you'll recognize on the labels of several of the cuvées offered by this family-run estate.

Facing south and benefiting from a microclimate typical of the "little Tuscany" of the Tarn, the Barreau family's vineyard produces remarkable white, rosé and red wines. Their bottles are easily recognizable by the vine leaf on the label. If you need any other information to convince you to go and discover this Gaillac estate, you should know that the production of Domaine Barreau is marked Vigneron Indépendant, emblem of a family of responsible professionals who respect tradition.

This 20-hectare vineyard and olive grove has been producing nectars for about 15 years. It all began with the arrival of Christophe Merle, from Charente, in Gaillac. This region, particularly renowned for its vineyards, seemed perfectly suited for this professional to express his passion. In 2006, with his wife Christelle, they gave birth to this choice estate whose first vintage was released the following year. Since then, Château Balsamine has become a regular on the tables of gourmets and restaurateurs.

This evocative name holds many promises, not least of which is the promise of nectars and scents that represent the very essence of the Tarn. If that sounds complicated, Valérie has done it! Driven by an all-consuming passion for pretty things and authenticity, she brings this pretty boutique full of gifts to life. On the shelves, organic wines, pottery, cut flowers, candles, jams, teas and other decorations mingle like a flea market, in a cheerful bazaar that perfectly illustrates the spirit, heart and tastes of the owner.

In 2021, Émilie and Damien celebrated the fifteenth anniversary of their brewery in the Tarn. This beautiful success story of the department is the perfect ambassador of the local know-how and the love of good things. Blonde, white, brown amber, triple, IPA, seasonal beers, there is something for every palate! Since 2014, the brewery has also offered non-alcoholic drink ranges (craft lemonades, cola, peach tea). In 2018, Oxit moved to premises better suited to its success. This new space also hosts a bar and afterwork area.

ELSAIL was born of a consuming passion for black garlic. Its benefits seduced Florence Marco, who wanted to share them with others. Considered a super food and a super ali-cament, its production is meticulously managed. Black garlic is obtained after 45 days of ripening, followed by 30 days of maturing of Label Rouge Lautrec pink garlic. She recommends regular cures of one to three months, twice a year.

This typical production of the Tarn is said to be sweet and subtle and its aroma does not attack the taste buds. It is perfect for all dishes, with a fine flavour. This seasoning, which is currently experiencing exceptional excitement, is of course the Rose pink garlic. It has to be said that he has many qualities, as he is also known for his great conservation faculty - he can keep dry from one harvest to another. In fact, it's a stick garlic, which explains its traditional cluster (or manouille) conditioning. Its beautiful colour comes from the fact that the enveloppe envelope is pink veined. Its culture developed from the Middle Ages in the region, until the 1950 s, when farmers decide to highlight this pink gold. A Red Label was obtained in 1966 and, in 1996, the Protected geographical indication of the European bodies. As a consequence of this success, production today reached nearly 800 tons per year and 179 producers cultivate Lautrec rose garlic over 360 hectares. In Lautrec, we celebrate every year, the first Friday in August!

Cave Gayrel is two stores, one in Lescure d'Albigeois, the other in Gaillac. The two addresses of Alain Gayrel propose bottles of the domains and wine castles of the region at producer price. What to please yourself at a lower cost or to offer nice gifts! Thanks to the numerous references, advice from the team and variety of prices, you are sure to find the bottle that will make you happy. In addition to the large choice of Gaillac wines, you can discover a selection of the best wines of the Occitanie region, beers and spirits.

Since 1964, Maison Bruyère in Lagrave has been delighting gourmets with its sweet dry cookies. From its modest beginnings in 1964 with Sudbiscuits, the company has evolved under the passionate direction of three generations of the Bruyère family. Fondant, crisp, crunchy... regional specialties such as chalumeaux, oreillettes, navettes d'Albi and gaufres liégeoises are revisited by Léa Bruyère, Christian's youngest daughter, who continues the family legacy. Sold in over 15 countries around the world, Maison Bruyère products are a delight to discover and enjoy.

Bronze medalist for the first time in 2015 at the Salon de l'Agriculture, for his semi-cooked foie gras, Serge Barras, is a specialist in the field. Raised in the open air in Bournazel, his mulard ducks are fed on GMO-free feed, with respect for the product. The shop offers tastings and invites you to discover foie gras, cassoulet, duck confit, stuffed neck and some new products such as persillade of gizzards or duck tapenade. A sure value!

Located in the Cérou valley, near Cordes-sur-Ciel, Le Terroir du Père Barras is a foie gras producer with an emphasis on tradition and quality. Their activities include the traditional force-feeding of ducks and the artisanal processing of foie gras. Le Terroir du Père Barras also offers a drive-through service for those who prefer to collect their purchases without entering the store. With their commitment to tradition and quality, Le Terroir du Père Barras is a must-stop for foie gras lovers in the region.

Maison Gayrard has been honoring the land of the Causses, on the edge of the famous Gaillac vineyards, for five centuries. After a short conversion of the estate to cereal growing, Pierre Fabre took over this family property and replanted the vines with the help of his wife Laure in 2013. The duo has developed 35 hectares of organic vineyards on Pierre's great-grandfather's land and in a few years has built up a fine commercial circuit around wine tourism at the property and in restaurants in the Tarn.

At Accord DiVin, wine lovers and specialists alike will find what they are looking for. Located in the Cauquillous area, the cellar highlights winegrowers from the region, from other French terroirs and from abroad. Carefully selected, the bottles are chosen by the team for their respect of nature and soils, as well as for their diversity. Most of them are from organic and biodynamic agriculture. It is a beautiful palette that the Accord DiVin proposes you to the sale and in delivery in all France.