Wines and spirits Ardèche

On the right bank of the Rhône, in the terraced territory of the prestigious AOP saint-joseph, this cooperative winery has been one of the great winegrowers since 1960. Its wines are made from Syrah grapes for reds, and Marsanne and Roussanne for whites. They also produce AOP Condrieu and Côtes-du-Rhône, and Vins de Pays d'Ardèche. After a fine tasting and educational tours of the vineyard and wine, and even of local biodiversity, follow the Domaine Rochevine discovery trail, 3 km up the hillside for total immersion and a panoramic view.

1,200 references await you. The La Balthazar cellar has become an essential event if you pass through Tournon. Many magnums are offered. Above all, thanks to the long experience of an experienced sommelier, its know-how, you will be advised in a personalized way both on the selection of wines and spirits. Eight winemakers, recognized for the very high quality of their wine production, only ask to be recognized by your palace. You can then choose between wines, champagnes, rheus and best whiskies for connoisseurs. It is therefore preferable to provide a good parking space, just opposite, to reserve the time needed for a real tasting.

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Along the via fluvia, a hedonistic stopover. This cellar offers an atmosphere conducive to tasting and discovery. A branch of the Cave de Saint-Désirat, the Caveau de Sarras defends and presents the vineyards of the Coteaux de Sarras, known for producing some of the finest wines in the Rhône Valley: AOP Saint-Joseph (white and red) and Condrieu (white), as well as good single-varietal wines from the Ardèche (IGP), such as Viogniers. We appreciate the erudite advice and some of the low-priced suggestions. No mistake with cuvée Rochevine.

The Mas d'Intras estate has been passed down through 4 generations and is now run by Denis Robert and Sébastien Pradal. A modest-sized operation that has opted for organic farming, the domaine produces some excellent red wines from the Ardèche region, including the famous Cuvée d'Alphonse, a fruity, full-bodied blend of Syrah and Merlot, and the Cuvée des Helviens, made with Grenache from old vines. There's also a studio for two, should you wish to continue your stay here.

The Union des vignerons des coteaux de l'Ardèche, known under the brand name Vignerons Ardéchois, groups together 1,500 winegrowers at 14 wineries, covering a total of 7,500 ha. A wide range of grape varieties flourish on this varied terroir, giving Vignerons Ardéchois wines their richness and distinctive character. The cellar adjoins Néovinum, a museum space dedicated to this terroir and the work of the men who make it flourish. On the second Sunday in August, there's the much-anticipated Fête des Vignerons. See the website for ideas for walks through the vineyards!

Founded in 1928, the Cave de Lablachère brings together about a hundred winegrowers. The 420 ha of vines are situated at an altitude of between 200 and 500 m with a hot and dry climate. The production of 23,000 hectolitres of Ardèche wine is made from recognised quality grape varieties. In white: marsanne, grenache blanc, sauvignon blanc, chardonnay and viognier. In rosé: syrah, cabernet, grenache (gris) and gamay. In red: gamay, merlot, cabernet, syrah, grenache and chatus. The wines of the cellar are regularly rewarded at agricultural competitions.

For 2,000 years, in this valley with its clay-limestone soil and Mediterranean climate, generations of winegrowers have ensured the continuity of the vineyard. Founded in 1952, the cooperative cellar receives grapes from 75 cooperators, for a surface area of 420 ha. The basic grape variety was that of the Côtes-du-Rhône. Over the last thirty years, new grape varieties have been added to the blends. The cellar has an ultra modern cellar. In summer, guided walks in the vineyard.

The Dupré family welcomes you to their magnificent estate in the heart of the Ibie valley, with its 60 ha of vines! There's no soulless cellar here, just the authentic atmosphere of the workplace. On sale at the estate: the Cuvée Romain Côtes-du-Vivarais AOP red, matured in barrels, or a delightful IGP des Coteaux de l'Ardèche, not forgetting the Cuvée Mathilde, seven whites, one of which is mellow, and three rosés. The estate is making the transition to 100% organic! Once a month from June to August, enjoy "vinoelectro" evenings featuring foodtruck, wine and electro music!

Alba's winegrowers formed a cooperative in 1941. Today, some thirty winegrowers from the commune and surrounding areas are involved. A rich territory alternating between the basaltic terraces of the Coiron and the limestone slopes of Mont Juliau, with 60% red grape varieties. A modern winery, a barrel cellar and a renovated boutique are all quality tools that enable Alba's winegrowers to process their grapes and market their wines.

Gérard Champetier took over the family farm in 1972 representing the fourth generation of the family in viticulture. Today, he is assisted by his son Richard, fifth generation. These winemakers welcome you on their land and in their cellar where you can discover the wines of a passionate and open family. The area covers about thirty hectares on the Beaulieu nipples. Vinification includes the husbandry. The cellar offers a fortnight's tricolorous vintage, which distinguishes itself by their individuality. The field stopped garlic production.

In the heart of the village, Daniel Archambault presents his wines. The whites make up 5% of his production, including an aromatic "viognier marsanne" of great value. Syrah lovers will appreciate a 100% rosé! For the reds, the Cuvée Prestige, aged in oak barrels, and the Cuvée Vieilles Vignes caught our attention. The wines are also available to order online. The plus : possibility to book (4 people minimum) a brunch in the vineyard !

This cellar offers wines from the Ardèche winegrowers of the protected appellations of origin Côtes-du-rhône and Côtes-du-vivarais as well as organic wines. The Vignerons des Gorges are particularly dynamic and committed to wine tourism. They are grouped together in producers' stores, some of them also offer their olive oils, mark out winegrowers' paths and program walks in the vineyards as part of a dynamic wine tourism.

On two streets of the town hall, this wine cellar is well signposted from the RN 86 - two possibilities: or park along the national or enter the city via the central roundabout and you can easily find the place - to load the trunk of some vouchers… in front of the cellar. Sylvie's passion, wine merchants, vineyards and délices are visible: Côtes du Rhône with some of its greatest wines, great wines of Bordeaux, Burgundy du Val-de-Loire, Languedoc and South-West are carefully placed in the shelves of the cellar which houses the summer touffeur behind thick walls. But it's not all because local products are ardéchois - jams, blocks and even this rare water produced in Asperjoc: The Queen of the Basalts - are beautifully displayed on shelves. On the bulk, wines from Countries of Ardèche and Costières de Nîmes and some table wines. An excellent Muscat of Lunel of owner, discreet homage to the roots of the vineyard complete the pretty panel of this nice cellar which has the concern - alas too rare today to propose excellent wines without ruining the client.

Just a stone's throw from the tourist office, the Rosières winery groups together 150 winegrowers, i.e. 700 hectares of vines, spread over 13 communes. The variety of soils and exposures are an asset that the cellar makes the most of. It produces local wines made from Gamay and Cabernet Sauvignon for the reds and rosés, and from Sauvignon Blanc for the whites. Two exceptions: Viognier on sandstone soils which gives a rare and magnificent wine and Chatus, a grape variety which survived the phylloxera epidemic and whose most beautiful plants are found in the commune of Vernon.

This cooperative brings together 14 wine cellars in the southern Ardèche and groups together the production of the 1,500 cooperative winegrowers. All the bottles and Bag in Box® are vinified and packaged by the Maison des vignerons. A practical address with its car park, superb with its exposed stones, interesting with its good local bottles at attractive prices and the advice of passionate people. The Ardèche Winegrowers also welcome you in their cellar in Ruoms.

The estate of Château des Amoureuses changed hands in 2011 and was taken over by Jean-Pierre and Florence Bedel to produce exceptional wines. The estate, located on the right bank of the Rhône, south of Bourg-Saint-Andéol, their hometown, has been undergoing a wind of renewal ever since. Jean-Michel Novelle, international consultant oenologist, is part of the adventure. The trio has rethought everything, from the 58-hectare vineyard to the winery. In the cellar, they have surrounded themselves with two young oenologists, Kristin Basson, originally from South Africa, and Claudia Gomez, originally from Chile.

The reins of the Balthazar estate passed from father René to his son Franck in 2002, but the estate has kept its reputation as a producer of an authentic cornas. The 2 hectares of the estate have been in the family since the First World War, but the current plan has been a gradual expansion with about ten hectares planted over a five-year period. Despite everything, Franck keeps the traditional side of his father: here, no new barrels! It is a wine that needs to be forgotten in the cellar to flourish for a few years. Excellent quality/price ratio, particularly the 1999 vintage, which still remains one of the references. It's better to call before you come by.

This former estate, taken over in 2017 by Benjamin Levère and Cyril Chamontin, will delight epicureans. Since March 2024, the entire estate has gone organic, and we continue to grow the grape varieties typical of the region: syrah, serine, merlot, grenache, cabernet-sauvignon, viognier and chardonnay. Cinsault, in a rosé blend, is particularly appreciated during the hot summers of southern Ardèche! In high season, tastings are available at the cellar every day.

You'll also find a selection of local products on the shelves.

Today, her vineyard is one of the pillars of the Seyssuel vineyard and spreads over 10 hectares, bringing out the best in Syrah. Caroline's Prestige cuvée, a selection of old vines, aged in oak barrels, is a delight. Domaine Chèze has even been making Condrieu for a few years. True to its origins, Louis Chèze also offers apricot nectar thanks to the few trees that escaped being uprooted. So if you are passing through the heights of the Rhone Valley, stop and fill up on the wine: a good choice awaits you.

This house has double-level cellars dating from 1736. Stéphan is the sixth generation of winegrowers. The vines of Saint-Péray - 8 ha - and Côtes-du-Rhône are located on clayey-limestone soils, the cornas is located on granite hillsides. The surface area of the property is 13 ha. Stéphan offers no less than six vintages of Saint-Péray, including three still wines and four using the Champagne method. All the vintages are vinified and aged in vats. Legend even has it that the first bottle of sparkling Saint-Péray was vinified here in the middle of the 19th century. Here one is welcomed with patience and - above all - passion!