Wines and spirits Pays Rochelais

This store is ideally located in the heart of the Old Port, on the Cours des Dames. As you enter this somewhat unusual place, you will be seduced by a smiling welcome. No doubt, the staff is passionate and you can feel it! He will guide you in a universe dedicated to the star alcohol of the two Charentes: Cognac. Not only will you receive advice but you will also have the opportunity to taste the product of your choice. Cognac, pineau but also perfumed liqueurs, you will also find magnificent blown glass bottles.

This magnificent estate just outside La Rochelle produces exceptional spirits. It is a charming stopover for those wishing to discover top-quality cognac and pineau. The current owner is a fifth-generation custodian of a unique savoir-faire. Through the combination of grape varieties and a subtle blend of exceptional eaux-de-vie, cognac is created after ageing in oak barrels. Several tours enable you to taste exceptional eaux-de-vie, including the chocolate-cognac alliance.

Choosing the right wine is often difficult. If you don't want to worry about it, you can visit this cellar, which is easy to get to since it's located in the Lagord artisanal zone. You'll appreciate the easy parking and, above all, the ever-warm welcome from Laurent and Dominique, who are above all true wine enthusiasts. They will guide you through a rich universe, with a selection of quality wines - some 700 references - for a tour of France and pretty foreign escapades, 100 references of whisky, 70 references of rum and a dozen of gin. Let us guide you through this universe to find the wine that best suits your expectations and your budget. When you come here, you'll no doubt want to enjoy a glass with the inevitable plate of charcuterie or cheese. What's more, you may spot the machine installed at the back of the store, which preserves wine by blowing in gas. Once opened, the bottle will keep for over a month! Here, you'll be greeted by two professionals with training in wine production and tasting. The establishment is air-conditioned and has a lovely terrace.

For almost 20 years now, Sandy has been welcoming you to his cellar, just a stone's throw from Les Halles. Here, you'll meet an experienced sommelier who will guide you through the world of wine. Selected directly with the producers, the wines come from France and beyond, with a preference for those from Languedoc and Burgundy. You'll also find a range of spirits, Cognac and Pineau, beers and Champagne.

It's a store familiar to the people of La Rochelle, and not just because it's located in the heart of the city. When you arrive at Place de Verdun, you'll only have to walk a few meters to enter a pretty boutique, that of the Bossuet family. For almost 35 years, it has been showcasing some of the department's pride and joy: pineau, cognac, Charentais liqueurs and more, having won numerous awards at national French wine competitions. Rates are identical to those of the estate less than an hour away, near Saintes. There, you'll discover an old copper still, as well as the ageing cellar, which you can visit on your own.

Fabrice Rondeau is now just 5 minutes from Place de Verdun. As you enter, you'll be seduced not only by the convivial atmosphere, but also by the ever-warm welcome of the owner. A native of La Rochelle - he studied at the Lycée Hôtelier - Fabrice will be delighted to guide you through this world of wines, with no fewer than 800 references! His advice on wines is invaluable, but you can also take part in a whiskies world tour, a fun way to discover a few nuggets.

This winery is located in the Saint-Maurice district, just a few minutes from the city center. Even before you enter, you'll be charmed by a unique space, with attractive wood cladding and bottles displayed for all to see behind a large glass case. The interior is just as seductive and uncluttered: large wooden floors and white walls displaying some of the wines you'll find here. Xavier Martin has created a new kind of wine cellar, one that is willingly connected. All you have to do is tap on a large touch screen to find the wine of your choice: by color, by region or by dish. A great idea for wine lovers looking for the bottle that will seduce their guests. Xavier Martin, with his solid experience, has created a universe he knows so well: grands crus, small producers, Champagne (white, rosé), Crémant de Loire or Alsace and spirits: Cognac, Whisky, Rum. The store is open on weekends until 8.30pm!

Born in Brest 30 years ago, Comptoir Irlandais has gradually spread throughout Brittany and along the Atlantic seaboard. La Rochelle, the land of rugby, couldn't be left out! In the Atlantic city, it's located near the market and delights all those in search of products straight from Ireland. We love the wide opening hours, the friendly welcome and the vast choice. Inevitably, people come here to buy the typical Irish product: whisky (Bushmills, the most famous Single Malt). Let yourself be enchanted by an Irish ballad and head for the delicatessen. You'll find fruit and chocolate cookies, cakes and puddings, marmalades, jams and, of course, the inevitable teas. After a dive into the clothing department, featuring shirts and cardigans, you won't want to miss out on the must-have Irish jerseys! Comptoir Irlandais has forged close links with suppliers, enabling us to offer authentic products.

Located in a small downtown street, this stall is dedicated to beers. But not just any beers: only those from French craft breweries. As you enter, you'll meet Cloé, a passionate brewer who will guide you with a smile through this colorful world. The bottles - over 450 references - come from all over France, even from Charente-Maritime. Amber, blond, fruity... you'll even find ephemeral beers!

This cellar benefits from an ideal location in the heart of the Beaulieu shopping area. Not only is parking easy, but the welcome is charming. Upon entering, you will meet Jean-Christophe Cayron, a wine enthusiast for over 30 years who will guide you in the best possible way. There is a beautiful variety of wines here, with original references from small producers and always a very good price-quality ratio. Jean-Christophe will adapt perfectly to your desires and your budget to offer you a bottle that will look great during an aperitif, a dinner, but also for a barbecue. Loire Valley, Provence, Jura, Côtes du Rhône... to each region its own nugget!