Gourmet products local specialties and wines Provence

Since its purchase in 2007 by Jean-Marie Zodo, the estate, committed to organic farming, whose 17 hectares of vines in A.O.P. Côtes-de-provence embrace the hillsides of Gassin and La Croix Valmer and go down to the beach of Gigaro, does not cease to improve and to glean medals and distinctions in the contests. The Claire and Charlotte vintages have become a must in the region. Local quality products, vinegar, olive oil, anchovy paste, honey "Les abeilles de Grimaud", jam, gingerbread, are on sale at the cellar.

Did you know "The Horses Whisperer"? Here is "the man who whispers to his olive trees", Franck Crouzet. A man who also tried the actor's job during his spare time. The man, from n Paluds-de-Noves, is starred in the feature-length "Avis de mistral", produced in 2014 by his cousin, the screenwriter Roselyne Bosch. In this dramatic comedy set between Alpilles and Camargue, Franck Crouzet is acting opposite Jean Reno, the headliner, in the role of a Provence inhabitant who talks with its olive trees. Obviously, he ressembles... If Franck Crouzet likes to deal with his trees, it is to encourage them. A little as a sporting team's trainer. "Each time I gain a competition, I will tell them " we've got the medals! " "It should be said that this former nurseryman, who converted himself in the olive business fifteen years ago, accumulates the rewards. Until the most prestigious, the Excellence Award in the general agricultural contest in 2014 and 2015. The AOC Provence oil he produces from the fruit of its 4,000 trees, that he planted one by one, is a "must".

The area of the Rosinoer family covers 100 hectares, of which 32 are reserved for the cultivation of vines and for the production of PDO Côtes de Provence wines and PGI des Maures which are regularly rewarded by the juries of major agricultural competitions. The variety is composed of snails, cinsault, grenache, mourvèdre, syrah, clairette, cabernet and white. Four medals were gleaned in 2016, or for the aged red was oak 2014, in Paris, money for the rosés Château Vérez 2015 et cuvée Gold of dawn 2015, in Paris and bronze for the 2015 white, in the competition of independent winegrowers. Guest rooms and a cottage for 6 people are also available, with sauna, whirlpool, gym and heated swimming pool.

Cabasse, or Casa Bassa in Italian, which translates as house under the village, also means that the estate's roots go back to the ^14th century. Alfred, Antoinette Haeni and their son Nicolas run a 15-hectare vineyard using integrated farming methods. Their wines are "ripe, supple and fleshy", like the rosé de Marie-Antoinette Séguret Côtes du Rhône villages, made by bleeding, balanced, round and fresh. Domaine de Cabasse is also a 3-star hotel.

This greengrocer offers local fruit and vegetables, presented on barrels: zucchini from Fontvieille, melons from the Gard, clementines from Corsica... Owner Richard Gendre makes a point of knowing all the producers he works with. This guarantee of quality also enables him to charge reasonable prices. We tried the old-fashioned tomatoes, white zucchinis and yellow melons: all delicious! You'll also find charcuterie, Camargue rice, eggs, jams, wine, cheeses, fruit juices... all local, of course.

A welcoming, well-organized structure, fresh, well-displayed products, an exceptional butcher's department... this Intermarché Contact is to be recommended. There's also a well-stocked organic section. The stalls showcase local produce, preferably bought from local producers. The staff are pleasant and always ready to help. In short, this store, involved in village life, offers a genuine local service. Added to this is the fact that waiting times at the checkout are kept to an absolute minimum.

Labelled Blason prestige, this artisanal butcher's shop located in Le Tholonet is a precious address for lovers of beautiful products. On the stall, you can choose and only quality meats selected by the butcher, farm meats from the Limousin, poultry from a breeder in the Lower Alps, meat from around the world and matured and Kobe beef, a tender, marbled and tasty meat, the only ones in Aix to offer it. Large catering department also with ready-made meals, stews, lasagna, gratins, pies, terrines to help you out or on order for your receptions. We also recommend that you sit at the restaurant side. The concept is successful, it is better to book.