Wines and spirits Aquitaine

Nicole Maury was not destined for viticulture, she was a podiatrist. But when her father died, there was no way she could deconstruct what her ancestors had taken years to build: a quality vineyard. She takes oenology classes and divides her time between the property and her practice. The 5 hectares, first worked in sustainable agriculture and then in organic farming in 2014, produce feminine wines: two red Bergerac wines - one of which bears the name of Nicole's father, Jules - and a sweet and fruity white wine from the Rosette appellation. And in the Maury family, we must not forget Hervé, Nicole's husband, a cattle farmer who followed the same path as his wife on organic production

In 1999, Christine Borgers left her native Belgium to buy this property. Since then, she has done her utmost to ensure that her vines produce this much appreciated nectar. With 10 hectares of vines, she offers the three colours, red, dry white, rosé and especially an excellent Monbazillac vinified in oak barrels offering a very good quality-price ratio. On a calm and clear ground at the end of the rows of vines, five camping-car sites are at your disposal for the time of a stage. Numerous events at the château in season.

«The dream has become reality, I am in the vineyard to make you happy. " Madeleine and Jacques Philippe do their dream of becoming winemakers by buying this young area in 2000. The couple combine various plots into Cabernet sauvignon, Merlot and petit pour to give birth to 10 hectares of vines classified as high-médoc. Thanks to his skills as an engineer in Arts and Crafts, and to that of his team, Jacques Philippe brings the motto of the Devise Castle to the prestigious rank of the bourgeois crus in 2003. The efforts were rewarded in 2011 by a victory of the castle at the cutting of the Bourgeois Crus before 167 vintages. Work for more than ten years recognized by the great wine names. What's more beautiful to prove that there's no age to realize his dreams! Take the time to enjoy a guided tour of the cellars and a tasting, listening to the passionate owner telling you his adventure.

The opinion of. Château Motto of Ardilley 2009: dress of a beautiful intensity, ruby, with reflexes reflections. Mentholé, red cherry and liquorice reveal itself in the nose while in the mouth red fruits appear. Beautiful malty, a nice, flexible and beautiful structure for this wine that can stay for a few years.

Property in the family of Anne de Coninck (wife of Mr. Bournac who will receive you) since 1740, the castle True Canon Boyer is an excellent value for money in the name Canon Fronsac. It can therefore be the goal of a walk in Fronsadais, because the village of Saint-Michel-de-Fronsac perched on the famous hillside of Fronsac is a delight  ! It is also on this southern hillside that is the vineyard of the property  : 8,5 ha planted with 90   % Merlot, the rest sharing between cabernet franc and cabernet sauvignon (5   % each). With excellent exposure, optimal drainage and clay-clay terrain, the vines are harvested by hand. The traditional vinification is then carried out by parcels, to highlight the softness, body, fruit and whole bouquet of these wines "pleasure". They can be young or kept longer. Above all, the wines of the Castle True Canon Boyer accompany the grilled meats or in sauce, Sausages or Sweet cheeses. To consume as soon as the opportunity arises, especially as the rate is reasonable.

This beer cellar is new, but it is already well frequented. It must be said that between the local beers (crafts), from France and the world we have a wide choice. Matthieu Lannuzel knows a lot of them and he always selects original and mastered recipes. His goal: to stand out from other beer cellars by constantly renewing his range. What's more, at his place, pleasure is at all levels: taste and visual, as some of the illustrations on the cans and bottles are little masterpieces . You just want to keep them on a shelf as decoration. Fresh beers available at any time.

Nestling in a valley with sandy/gravelly terroir to the north of Saint-Emilion's Cadet hillock, Château Petit Val is a grand cru full of charm. The cuvée tradition asserts itself with a "V" at the top of the label, while "La Muse du Val" stands out with an "M" as in majestic. Château Petit Val is produced with respect for the environment, the terroir and the vines, in accordance with the principles of sustainable agriculture (working with horses, respecting biodiversity, etc.). A number of beehives find refuge close to the vines.

Owned by the Gutmann family since 2016, Château Jouvente is located in the heart of the Graves appellation. Not only does it produce excellent wine, but it's also home to a passion for art... After a stay in the vineyards, illustrator Caroline Desnoette created the label for the 2016 cuvée. The estate also offers wine tourism activities, including a free tour followed by a tasting of 3 estate wines. For more in-depth information, opt for the "Transmission de Jouvente" tour. And for family fun, try the treasure hunt!

Located in the heart of Bayonne, Kevin's radiant boutique offers premium spirits, with an exceptional selection of whiskies from around the world, as well as rums, gins, tequilas, vodkas and more. In a hushed atmosphere and with this large table where you can taste these subtle stills, you can also share and accompany boards of charcuterie and cheeses from local artisans. Every Friday evening, there are themed tastings of spirits. And every week, the latest nuggets from the ends of the earth.

Located in the heart of the (busy!) Saint-Frédéric business park, the establishment of Côté Cave is an excellent initiative by Maison Duprat, well known here for its bottling line. The employees of the many businesses around this new winery are delighted with the proximity, diversity and choice, with exceptional value for money. Over 600 references, including wines from here and abroad (and even from far away!), spirits and beers, including the Duprat house beer, which works directly with the brewers. Already a guaranteed success.

In Lacanau Océan, there are great beaches, waves, surfing... and the cellar Chez Kiki. Don't forget, we are in the Médoc, on the ocean side of course, but the Médoc is wine. At Chez Kiki, the passion for wine is a family tradition. Annick will advise you on the choice of your bottle according to your tastes and desires. For sure, she will offer you a free tasting. On the shelves you will find a selection of wines from small reserves to great vintages, aperitifs, liqueurs, gastronomic products, local products and specialities of the region.

It was this passion that led Dorian to set up his own distillery for gins, vodkas, liqueurs (mint and coffee) and other spirits in 2019, and he's now enjoying great success with wine merchants, delicatessens and connoisseurs alike! He distills with precision "sous vide", i.e. at low temperature, unlike industrial brands; in this way, the taste of the plants is sublimated as the aromas are respected. As a result, he has developed a range of top-quality spirits, and also offers customized and exclusive creations on request.

For six generations, Caroline Teycheney's family, driven by the same desire for innovation and tradition, has cultivated its vineyards with passion, respecting both nature and mankind. At 32 hectares, Vignobles Jade is large enough to manage the biodynamic viticulture of a Saint-Émilion Grand Cru. Their efforts have been rewarded with a Best of Wine Tourism award in 2023 in the category of Wine Tourism Promotion of Environmental Practices, followed by the International Best Of Wine Tourism Award. A visit or workshop is a must!

Behind its neo-classical ashlar facade, Château Montlabert is full of memories in the heart of the Saint-Émilion vineyards. Awarded a Best of Wine Tourisme in the Architecture & Landscapes category in 2024, this family-run estate has inherited an ^18th-century architectural heritage, superbly enhanced by an avenue of oak trees running through the vines and an English-style garden. The terroir of Château Montlabert, Grand Cru Classé, comprises 19 parcels spread over 12.5 hectares, 9 of which are dedicated to the production of the grand vin.

Château Mauvinon is the story of the Tribaudeau family, united by their love of viticulture and nature. Dating back to the ^19th century, the buildings are a family home as well as a wine-making and ageing cellar. Covering 6.5 hectares in the Saint-Émilion Grand Cru appellation, the estate is managed according to the principles of Biodynamic Organic Farming, with the aim of preserving a healthy, living land for future generations. Perched high above the vines, Mauvinon's roof terrace, Le Nichoir, is dedicated to birdwatching.

le Chai de l'Adour offers both conventional and organic wines. The range is growing all the time. Wines from all over the region, carefully selected champagnes, beers and spirits for every budget. And as the region has a very strong personality, let yourself be tempted by Basque products such as Egiategia wines, Egiazki spirits, Brana brandies, and some fine local preserves to complete the picture! Expert advice and regular tastings with a winemaker.

This producers' store in Port-Sainte-Foy welcomes you all year round. Laura will guide you through our Bordeaux, Bergerac and Duras PDO whites, rosés, clarets, reds and crémants. You'll also find plenty of gift ideas and gourmet baskets to choose from, featuring local products such as cheeses, charcuterie and chocolates. The winegrowers will be delighted to share their passion for wine with you at various events announced on the networks.

In the heart of the village of Lalande-de-Pomerol, near the church of the former Hospitaliers de Saint-Jean-de-Jérusalem, the Bedrenne vineyards are well worth a visit. The vineyards extend over three renowned appellations: AOC Lalande-de-Pomerol, AOC Montagne-Saint-Emilion and AOC Bordeaux Supérieur. Monique Bedrenne adds her feminine touch while preserving the distinctive character of Lalande-de-Pomerol wine. Together with her son Rémi, they oversee every stage of the business, from cultivating the vines to marketing the wines.

A historic property in the Lalande de Pomerol appellation, Château Siaurac has been a level 3 HVE-certified vineyard since 2018. The origins of the vineyard date back to the ^18th century. The Bois Percés (pierced woods), designed at that time, form a wooded ensemble that is unique in the region. A romantic, English-style park was added at the end of the ^19th century by Louis Bernard Fischer, landscape architect for Bordeaux's public gardens. The landscaped park has held the Jardin Remarquable label since 2015. Both the buildings and the park are listed as Historic Monuments.

Marc Darroze will introduce you to the tasting of grands crus, selected from a unique collection of 200 bas-armagnacs from 25 estates, in over 45 vintages: Collection Unique, Grands Assemblages, Biologique, Blanche d'Armagnac... In the entertainment area, a slide show explains the history and traditions of the Gascony region, while you learn how the eau-de-vie is made and expand your knowledge of this delicious beverage. Finally, stop off at the store to take home a precious bottle of armagnac.

Abarratia is an autonomous Basque beer brand, brewed in Ayherre with renewable energy using water from the Uhaldegaraia spring, and with malts and hops grown in the Basque country in an eco-responsible approach. It is available in cans, which makes it easier to store and transport, and reduces breakage. Other advantages of cans: they're easier to recycle than glass, and therefore more environmentally friendly, and the beer retains all its aromas! Available in blond, white, session IPA, abbey and amber.

Make no mistake: "Ailleurs-la-gnac" is not a village in Périgord Noir, but an excellent beer brewed by a micro-brewery in Rouffignac. Sold at local markets as far afield as Périgueux, it's a great incentive to prepare locavore aperitifs (and bring back authentic sparkling souvenirs - there's something for everyone). Keep an eye on the Facebook page for information on the brewers' presence at local events (which you'll discover at the same time).

At Mama Sama, Samantha and Guillaume share their love of rhum arrangé. They explore a variety of flavor combinations based on old-fashioned recipes, updated and sometimes unusual, such as rum with CBD, rum with tonka, bois bandé, vanilla, or rum with cannelé... The rum comes from Martinique, the couple's home island, and is "arranged" in Bordeaux. To accompany their creations, Samantha and Guillaume have created pâté terrines with exotic flavors (coconut, curry, soy sauce, etc.), including one with 3% rum. All their lovely bottles can be found in wine shops, delicatessens, but also direct from local markets or on the website.

Established since 2016 in the small village of Coly, this microbrewery has what it takes to seduce fans of hopped bubbles. From the great classics to "craft beers" made from more traditional raw materials, not forgetting fruity beers ideal for summer aperitifs, Chavagn' excels. Perhaps it's because the brewers use pure water from the Coly stream to make their beverages? Come and discover these specialities at the boutique, open all year round, or at local markets.

On the Saint-Julien terroir, Château Gruaud-Larose has been classified^2nd Grand Cru since 1855. Founded in 1725, it attaches great importance to respect for the environment, favoring biodiversity, grassing and manual harvesting. Since 2019, organic conversion has been underway. Its wines are both powerful and elegant, and age remarkably well. After discovering the estate and its underground installations, take in the exceptional view of the Médoc vineyards from the green roof of the 18 m tower. Designed by Lanoire et Courrian.

In this warm and welcoming home, in addition to valuable tourist advice, you'll find wines from the appellation and wine-related souvenirs (sommelier's apron, wooden grape-picker's basket, corkscrew, Médoc map). To discover. The Maison du Vin et du Tourisme organizes events throughout the year.

A large area of presentation in this beautifully arranged cellar offering wines from all walks of life from France to abroad. Fine wines, champagnes, aperitifs and of course spirits are also offered through no less than 300 references. Cognac lovers will appreciate proposals at all prices and for all tastes. Do not hesitate to ask the charming wine cellar!

Château Garrineau comprises over 20 hectares of vines. In addition to producing over 10 different wines, the team offers guided tours and workshops followed by tastings, as well as events throughout the year, including team-buildings and seminars. Almost a year ago, the A bouchons tirés wine bar opened its doors in the former wine storehouse, from Thursday evening to Monday evening, from 5.30pm to 9.30pm, and until 11pm on Fridays. On the menu: charcuterie and cheese boards, wine cocktails... Privatization possible.

Covering 18 hectares, the vineyard thrives on the renowned Saint-Emilion terroir, renowned for its diversity of gravel, sand and clay. Audrey and Pierre have taken up the reins, inheriting the mission of perpetuating traditional know-how while meeting contemporary challenges. As elsewhere, balance is the key, preserving Pindefleurs' distinctive identity year after year. Saint-Emilion Grand Cru, Château Pindefleur (90% Merlot, 10% Cabernet Franc) is a blend of flowers and fruit, enhanced by roasted touches.

"Once upon a time, there was a wheelwright by the name of Jean Lacoste who, in 1779, bought a few sunny acres along the Chemin Royal which ran from the Port of Barsac to Captieux: the bourdieu de La Clotte "... Marie-Pierre Lacoste-Duchesne will tell you the rest of the story in person. Representing the ^17th generation, this oenologist and agricultural engineer, who was crowned "Best hope for wine 2003", cultivates her vines organically with her draught horse. The museum is astonishing.

A family property of the Bellanger vineyards, Château Roquefort is located on the Entre-deux-Mers wine route, between the Garonne and the Dordogne. Awarded in the Architecture and Landscape category (Best of Wine Tourism 2019) alongside the châteaux Les Carmes Haut-Brion and Lafon-Rochet, Château Roquefort tells a 6,000-year story. Exceptional remains from the Neolithic period are on display at the Musée d'Aquitaine and the Musée de la Société Linnéenne de Bordeaux. From the medieval period, only the keep remains. Take a look at the wine tourism offer.

The founders of the Brasserie Artisanale Bio La Nòvé wanted to create a local organic artisanal brewery, which is the human alchemy. It was born in September 2019, constituted as a SCOP. It is part of the Social and Solidarity Economy and therefore has a dual economic and social project. It is on a former military site called ESCAT that the Brasserie La Nòvé has come to lay its bottles and malt. This site is atypical, the vestige of a disappeared Perigord industry.

Push the door of the MVB, in other words: the House of the Wines of Barsac and Sauternes. Entirely renovated, the establishment proposes, in addition to its specialized cellar, a wine bar and a tasting counter of aperitif boards and tapas based on local products. Thus, you will find here, and on line, a large choice of wine bottles, but also sweet wines. Wine lovers can ask for advice. Theme evenings are not rare.

Chaired by Aurélia Souchal, winemaker at Domaine du Salut, the Syndicat des producteurs des Vins de Cérons has been managing the appellation since 1921, ensuring its authenticity. Produced by just a dozen winegrowers, these high-quality sweet wines deserve to be known... A number of crus are available from the owners. Find out more about the appellation's producers and wine tourism at the Maison des Vins de Cadillac.

Château La Gorce, recognized as a Cru Bourgeois in the 1932 classification, has been in operation since 1822. In 2018, as soon as they arrived, Emmanuel and Mana Martin initiated the conversion of the 48 hectares to organic farming, which was completed by the 2022 vintage. Beyond this conversion, the entire identity of the estate has been revisited and modernized. A case in point is their collaboration with artists such as Clémentine Mélois and Pierre La Police, to illustrate the labels of the Rouge Intense and Rose Dada cuvées with a certain quirkiness. A wonderful discovery.

There's no doubt that beer-lovers passing through will be turning to local beers. The beers from Brasserie naturelle des Landes are organic. As well as the store, where you're guaranteed the widest choice and the best advice, you can visit the brewery to find out more about the brewing process and the production of their organic lemonade and cola. Brasserie Naturelle des Landes is part of the Tourisme Gourmand des Landes network.

The Maison des Vins de Fronsac is a good starting point for discovering the wines and châteaux of the great terroirs of the Fronsac and Canon Fronsac appellations. With over 100 references at owner's prices, the store already offers a good overview, presenting at least one vintage per château. Almost every day, a new wine is offered for tasting. Open houses at some thirty vineyards are organized every year in October. Don't miss out!

It is not only the wine that is different here, it is also the cellar, the welcome, the advice or simply the professionalism of our sommelier Hervé, who is a starred chef. Conviviality, diversity and seasonality are the signature of this place which gives taste to good taste! Conviviality with its armchairs, the huge family table and the counter where you can taste the agreements. Diversity with more than 350 wines from all regions. Seasonality for the renewal of the wines all year long. Beers from the Basque Country, spirits and a fine grocery and catering side.

This incredible boutique is housed in a former ^15th-century church. If not for a shopping spree, the premises are well worth a visit. You'll also find plenty of products and souvenirs to take home: delicatessen products, cosmetics, tableware, cooking and decorating items... Not forgetting the art of serving wine! And our full range of vintage sparkling wines, reds, rosés and whites.

Château Haut Colombier, located on one of the highest hills in the Blayais region, represents a centuries-old winegrowing tradition. For 8 generations, this family of winemakers has passionately preserved this 33-hectare estate, which has been organically farmed since 2011. Their red, white and clairet wines, made with a skilful blend of modern techniques and traditional methods, are a delight for connoisseurs. Visit their tasting room to discover their AOP Blaye and Blaye-Côtes de Bordeaux wines. These passionate winemakers will be delighted to share their expertise in the vineyards with you.

Oenologists' opinions. Château Haut-Colombier, Blaye contrôlée, 2006: Dark ruby color. Open, evolved nose with notes of licorice, blackcurrant, cinnamon, cooked fruit, plum and spicy oak. Ample on the palate, melted, coated tannins, fine structure, notes of black cherry and stone.

Château Haut-Colombier 2010, Grand vin de Bordeaux, Blaye Côtes de Bordeaux: dark garnet-red color. Complex nose of raspberry, blackberry and cocoa powder. Rich, full-bodied palate, with enveloping tannins.

A philosopher by training and originally from the Netherlands, Vanno Jobse takes a different, detached view of the Bordeaux vineyards and their wines. He therefore proposes atypical wines that break the codes, corresponding to his values: always organic, natural or biodynamically produced, the wines of the winemakers and producers he selects deserve their place in the spotlight! And as there's nothing better than tasting to convince you, tastings (free of charge) are regularly organized in the boutique to discover these nuggets.

Like Obelix with the magic potion, Mélodie Boileau and Thibault Dussert know the world of wine inside out. In fact, the family has been publishing the annual Dussert-Gerber Wine Guide since 1972. Brother and sister already ran the Gradignan boutique. Now they're back in Arcachon. And when your name is L'Amour du vin, you do it well. Here, we sell at the same price as at the estate! What's more, it's not uncommon for the winemakers themselves to come and show you their wines for guided tastings.

It's a privilege to discover a wine estate, share in the winemaker's passion and enjoy a tasting in the best possible conditions. Domaine Gutuzia, represented by Cécile and Sébastien, is located in the hills above Saint-Etienne-de-Baïgorry. AOC Irouléguy, it produces a Tannat-based rosé, a Gros and Petit Manseng-based white and tannic Tannat-based reds vinified in Dolia (amphorae). An educational visit to a vineyard is a must (except for the tasting). We also offer a 47 m² mobile home.