Gourmet products local specialties and wines Astarac

At the head of the family domain, which she resumed in 1993, Christine Dupuy combats the stereotyped wines and defends a tradition of tradition that must retain his tanniques qualities. A work that has often been recognised by the specialised press; Gault and Millau awarded him the title of «Vigneron of the year 2010» and received praise in the French Wine Magazine for Wines 2010 and 2011. We will also find the Domaine Labranche Lafont in the heart of the Guide Hachette des vins 2014. It should be noted that the field began its biological conversion, therefore the 2014 vintage and its successors will be certified organic agriculture.

This small estate managed by the Dartigue family, well known in the region, was later taken over by son-in-law François Bouby in 1990. A new generation and therefore new developments, with a few more hectares, a restructuring of the vineyard, a development in the cellars, even if, of course, the winegrower acknowledges that he was trained in the field with the know-how of his father-in-law, which he continues to develop. With one difference: this new operator likes to communicate and get in touch with customers. This is why it is multiplying its commercial approaches to customers, wholesalers, restaurants and wine merchants, and is embarking on exports to Europe.

From the property come out two Madirans, Tradition and Cuvée Fût de Chêne, the flagship nectar of the house, of 90% tannat, recently cited in the Guide Hachette, and two Pacherencs, a dry one honored with a star in the Guide Hachette and a sweet one. An adventure that began almost twenty years ago!

The Brana domain spanned 25 hectares, of which 1,20 pacherenc. It is essential that you dégustiez the late harvest white and a wine composed mainly of tannat produced on the vineyard by Pierre Delle-Vedove and supported by his daughters… including Elodie who gave his first name to a famous Cuvée! We therefore advise you to sample pacherenc 2008. These wines have fruity aromas, bigarreau cherry and black fruits, long in mouth, they will delight your palate. If you are in camping, there is no problem for parking since the area is for free and for the night camping campers.

Croustade Mirandaise is so famous that it has already been featured on the midday news. Christophe Pérès perpetuates the tradition of croustade, tourte and tourteau in his factory. Fans come from Tarbes and Pau to bite into this typically Gers pastry, made by piling thin sheets of buttered pastry on slices of melting apple. There are variations with prune, pear-chocolate or even foie gras, but purists prefer it drizzled with Armagnac.

Bruno extends a warm welcome to everyone who walks through the door of his delicatessen. Traditional hams and black puddings are the hallmarks of this business. Meat is carefully selected, including Gascon beef and veal, and black pork, which is available to order. In summer, kebabs, grills, sausages, merguez and beef ribs make their appearance on barbecues and planchas. The catering department offers paëlla, daube de boeuf, cassoulet, poulet basquaise and lamb curry, so you can enjoy a meal without doing a thing!

Christian Termote, passionate about oenology and wine merchant since 1992, does not offer just any wine. He carefully selects vintages produced by independent winegrowers. Above all, he looks for identity, character, originality and wines that have a story to tell. Through his wide range of wines, he shares his expertise, particularly in food and wine pairing. The 500 very Southwestern-oriented references are alongside some 40 Armagnacs, 15 whiskies and rums. Free tasting one Saturday per month.

Every Friday morning, the traditional market takes place in and around the Riscle market hall, featuring local producers. Don't look for an old market hall in the central square, as in many Gers villages. Here, it's a 1950s building at the entrance to the town. You'll find a wide range of specialities from South-Western farms, fruit and vegetables, as well as a fishmonger and even a delicatessen. Small in size, but big in quality, this gourmet rendezvous sets the pace for life in the town.

Before reaching the store, you cross the pastures where the ducks frolic. You arrive in front of this old Gascon house, surrounded by oaks and greenery. Step inside and you'll discover all the great recipes: jars of foie gras, garbure paysanne, confits and so much more, as well as a whole range of top-quality fresh produce. The ducks are fed on the farm's own cereals, and traditionally force-fed on whole-grain corn.

In Viella, in the Madiran vineyard, the 24 hectares of vines of Château du Pouey are located on the south-facing clay-gravel slopes. The young talented winemaker Bastien Lannusse vinifies Pacherenc-du-Vic-Bilh, Madiran and Côtes de Gascogne wines. For the epicureans, we propose a unique experience in the heart of the South-West landscapes: a bike ride in the Gers countryside facing the Pyrenees, followed by a visit to the chateau's cellar and a delicious tasting of their wines, accompanied by a gourmet board.

This domain no longer counts the medals: competitions in Bordeaux, Toulouse, Mâcon and the Concours Général Agricole de Paris, the International Wine Challenge, the European Masters Competition, the Federation of Independent Winegrowers. The comments of the specialized literature join this concert of praises. A great recognition for this family property created in 1980 on 20 ha, which produces four Madiran and two Pacherenc wines. From now on, Sylvain takes up the path traced by his father, perpetuating a work of excellence.

Founded in 1850, this 25-hectare estate at the gateway to the Pyrénées-Atlantiques region is dedicated to sublimating the Madiran and Pacherenc du Vic-Bilh appellations. It was recently taken over by two young sisters, Claire and Marion Bertolussi. They work in compliance with Haute Valeur Environnementale certification, which preserves biodiversity and limits the pressure of agricultural practices on the environment. The Bertolussi sisters offer a range of 5 wines and a wine liqueur, Tanatis, made like a port wine, but from 100% tannat grapes.

Tradition and follow-up are the watchwords of the house. The Peyrou domain is one of the best known in the region and the reputation of this large exploitation is not usurped. Its 7 ha are devoted to the vine and the madiran, high in oak drum is excellent, from old vines of tannat. If you do a little trick, you will receive a warm welcome and you will not hurt your wallet too much because the value for money ratio is excellent.

Domaine Sergent is a winery located in Maumusson-Laguian. They also offer a delivery service. It is possible to mix cuvées in the same box, but we ask you to respect multiples of 6 for the total number of bottles ordered to ensure optimal delivery. For any order of 60 bottles, 6 bottles will be offered to you in the form of an assortment of their wines.