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In a prestigious setting, the château opens its doors to share its culture, its viticultural heritage and to tell the atypical story of its vines and its wines. A commented tasting of the vintages, a visit of the cellar and the winery or a walk in the vineyards allow to better understand the culture and the character of this generous land, which bears the imprint of the men who cultivate it. The Château Vaudois also has two reception rooms (the Salle aux Etoiles and the Salle du Château) to host all your events.

Since 2000, Julie Ortet has continued to operate this 21-hectare domain, which is steeped in history, modernised in 1998 by Jacques and Bernadette Ortet-Kester. The wines of AOC-var-en-Provence and wines of Var countries, in the three colours, are developed in a traditional way and are for sale in the cellar, as well as different products from the land, olive oil, quenelle, anchoïade… The red wine "Manual Harvest 2006" was selected by the guide Hachette of wines 2010.

This family business continues to produce about ten different honeys (the great-grandfather already harvested honey in 1890!), acacia, heather, chestnut, lavender, mountain, Provence, rosemary, fir, thyme, lime tree, all flowers, arbutus, sunflower, royal jelly, propolis, pollen, and offers at the shop many derivative products, mead, nougat bars, pastry, soap... Notice to gourmands! Finally, Fabienne and Vincent also manage the operation and rental of the Apigîtes cottages.

This cooperative cellar was absorbed in 2004 by La Cadiérenne and is now part of this great family.

Created in 2003, this magnificent wine estate in the heart of green Provence is, since 2011, the property of Gilles Pedini, a native of Nice and above all an epicurean in love with the region. With the help of his talented cellar master, he has been able to restore the estate's reputation for excellence: uprooting and replanting of the vines, always in constant evolution, increased rigour in the work in the vineyard and in the vinification process, limiting the environmental footprint. It should be noted that the estate has obtained level 3 High Environmental Value (HVE) certification.

Culminating at an altitude of 380 meters, this territory of 600 hectares, including nearly 9 hectares of olive trees and 31 hectares of vines, benefits from 3 natural water springs feeding the domain which extends over the two appellations, coteaux-varois-en-provence and côtes-de-provence. The wines are available in three colors, white, rosé and red and are made from traditional Provencal grape varieties, syrah, grenache, cinsault and rolle. The estate also produces and sells its extra virgin olive oil, extracted after cold pressing.

In an exceptional setting, Château Saint-Julien d'Aille extends over 172 hectares, between vineyards, pine forests and olive groves, set against the foothills of the Massif des Maures and bathed by the River Aille. The precious sandy-clay terroir with quartz on the slopes, where the sunshine favors good ripening, produces excellent grape quality. The combination of organic farming and cutting-edge technology contributes to the production of some of the finest, most elegant and aromatic AOC Côtes de Provence wines, which regularly win medals at the most prestigious competitions. The vinothèque awaits you to discover the château and taste its wines: Cuvée Triumvir in red and white, Cuvée Imperator and Cuvée Saint-Julien in red, rosé and white.

Known for their quality, Florence and Philippe Bertin's cheeses can be found on the best tables in the region. They raise cows and goats on the hills of Taradeau and make their excellent cheeses, whose reputation is well established. Fresh, creamy, in brick, crottin, ashy, fragrant, their goat camembert is a must, as is their tasty tomme aged six months in the cellar. To be discovered in their 17th century Provencal farmhouse, nestled on the heights of the village or on the markets of Draguignan and Lorgues.

Owned by the Paquette family since 1952, this AOP Côtes-de-Provence-Fréjus vineyard is today managed by Jérôme, a graduate oenologist from the Bordeaux Institute, assisted by his daughter Claire, also an oenologist, in the respect of the authenticity of the terroir. The grape variety is composed of grenache, mourvèdre, syrah, tibouren and rolle. It gives expressive wines, like the Osmose rosé born in 2011, a harmony of tibouren and grenache vinified in oak barrels. We also recommend its little brother, the white Osmose, born the following year.

Owned by Roger Zannier since 2011, the estate has about 100 hectares of vineyards. A true wine enthusiast, he has turned this Provencal terroir into a renowned vineyard with gastronomic vintages that produces 90% rosé, 5% white and 5% red. His latest vintage is distinguished by a very high level of quality, like the Clos de Capelune rosé and Excellence rosé 2021, gold medal at the Provence wine competition, as well as at the Terre de vins competition.

The estate covers 80 hectares, including 20 hectares of vines, at the foot of the Pilon Saint-Clément massif. Half of the vineyard is planted with old grape varieties - between 20 and 50 years old - such as grenache, cinsault, and ugni blanc, and the other half with recent grape varieties, such as syrah, semillon, and rolle. The AOP coteaux-varois-en-provence wines are made in a high-tech press, then in thermo-regulated vats, before being aged and preserved for the reds in the tuns room. For several years, the vineyard has been using organic farming methods.

Peirecèdes is a family history since 1900. The estate, located in the Côtes-de-Provence Pierrefeu appellation, respects the environment and is now part of the organic farming process. In its tasting cellar, the Baccino family offers traditional bottled wines, but also barrel-aged wines, magnums and gift ideas. A guided tour of the cellar, with an introduction to wine tasting, is regularly organised by Audrey Baccino, oenologist, the^5th generation.

Patrick and Sylvie's delicatessen shop is also a veritable Ali Baba's cave of Provençal specialities. You will find a range of preserves made from Solliès figs - various jams, candied figs, compote, coulis, chutney, sweet and sour figs -, natural preserves, jams and marmalades, tapenade, olivade, poichichade, fenouillade, aubergine caviar, black truffles bought directly from the producers in the village, wine vinegar with garrigue plants and a fine selection of olive oils.

Casa Dalmasso is an Italian house in the traditional sense of the word: a history of Piedmont family from the region of Cuneo. Davide Dalmasso is an explorer. For him, dissemination would be nothing if it were accompanied by the tireless discovery of new handicrafts. This quest, he leads from the north to southern Italy, his country. It returns treasures that are to gastronomy what rare editions are to love books. Davide Dalmasso completely ignores all industrial manufacturing and has only one credo: tradition. Known as the'Restaurant, the Lazarette has opened an online store dedicated to the public. The selection of "On Line" products is the héritière of a half-century of tradition and continuous transmission of know-how. Then to your keyboard at www.casadalmasso.com to discover all these gourmet flavours.

Sir David Murray, a Scottish, became owner of this area of 260 hectares, of which 40 were vineyards, in 2005, the year that marked the beginning of a new era for Château Routas. Located about 400 metres above sea level, it is one of the highest vineyards of the appellation coteaux-en-provence.

Bought by the Ghigo family in 2010 (already owner of Château Peigros in Pierrefeu du Var), this 17th century property is on 34 hectares and is composed of two terroirs of predilection for vine growing. One on the coastal fringe, some plots of which are classified as AOP Côtes de Provence La Londe, and the other close to the Maravenne river, composed of alluvium and sand, and from which a PGI wine of the Moors named La Sabine is produced. Today, the entire estate is run in organic farming.

If the hermits occupying the abbey of the Terres de Saint Hilaire in the 17th century already practiced viticulture for their own consumption, the work of the vine seems never to have ceased since. This ancestral culture took off again in 2002, when the Burel family acquired the estate. Attached to the notions of authenticity and sharing (Terra Vitis label), the estate's team develops products that appeal to novices as well as initiates.

Sylvain and Mila Marty are married for the better, and above all for the greater pleasure of sweet tooths who will find in their bakery-pastry shop something to satisfy all their cravings. He's Bruno's former sidekick at Villa Archange, a two Michelin-starred chef; she's a true pastry enthusiast whose Russian origins can be found in some of the original creations on display. A skilful blend of skills and know-how, notably highlighted in the TV show "La meilleure boulangerie de France" (France's best bakery).

Saffron has a rare flavor. A fragile and precious plant that must be used with care in the kitchen. You will find here this red gold, coming from the family exploitation of Vinon-sur-Verdon. Expert advice and a whole range of derived products like a famous saffron beer. In this pretty and luminous store, you will find wellness products, home fragrances, gourmet and regional products. A nice shopping stop.

A true institution in Old Nice, for 5 generations the Caprioglio family has managed this business with love and conviviality in the old way. The wine cellar has existed for a century and time seems to have stood still, which is what gives it its emblematic charm, with local wine on tap. The owner of the place will make you discover a vast choice of wines, from great vintages to the finest spirits. He will advise you with a smile whether you are looking for a first price bottle or a great vintage.

Bought in September 2010, the second AOP Côtes de Provence vineyard of the De Wulf family, which also owns the Jas d'Esclans estate in La Motte, is cultivated organically. It covers 43 hectares located on the edge of the Argens valley, at the foot of the Estérel, including 23 hectares of vines that produce 60% rosé, 30% red and 10% white. The grape varieties worked are grenache, cinsault, syrah, mourvèdre, carignan, cabernet, vermentino or rolle, ugni blanc and clairette.

Marc Lamoine and Monique Ksourah welcome you to their honey house throughout the year. On sale are the products of their hives, with nine different varieties of honey, including five rare monofloral honeys of low production. Among the other gourmet products, you can also find black nougat, gingerbread pure honey, or chestnut jam from the Maures massif, made according to a local recipe with the best fruits of the Maures massif. You can also find all his products on the surrounding markets.

The Château des Ferrages is one of the four fortified places that have marked the history of Pourcieux. Typical of Renaissance buildings, flanked by a large park with trees, it dominated the village. But today its most precious treasure remains undoubtedly the wine estate that bears its name. From these 28 hectares come four vintages, carefully matured in the cellar of the Château des Ferrages. This cellar, with a surface area of more than 1000^m2, combines modern winemaking techniques with traditional ageing.

Château Camparnaud is a vineyard located in Carcès, Provence. The vineyard also offers private tastings on request.

Former summer residence of the archbishopric of Aix-en-Provence, the 110-hectare estate, including 40 hectares of south-facing vines at an altitude of 400 meters and cultivated in sustainable agriculture (HVE), is located at the northern limit of the Coteaux-d'Aix-en-Provence appellation. The clay-limestone soils are planted with Syrah, Cabernet, Grenache and Cinsault grapes for the red and rosé wines, and Sauvignon, Grenache Blanc and Rolle for the white wine. Many new gold, silver and bronze medals were obtained in 2022 for the 2021 vintage.

Since the domain was taken over in 2001 by a Swedish owner and a new team, important material investments have been made at Domaine Grande Bastide. The long work to develop the quality of the wines has also led to the awarding of regular medals at the Concours des Féminalises and the Concours des Vignerons Indépendants in particular. On the premises, a beautiful delicatessen shop awaits you, and in addition to the wines of the estate, you will be able to treat yourself to wines from other great French wine-growing regions.

The Domaine la Grand' Vigne has been passed down from father to son for five generations. Today, Roland Mistre, who is also an oenologist, is the conductor of the orchestra. In 2003, he relaunched the vinification at the domain after several decades spent in the cooperative. With the help of his sons, he manages 15 hectares of AOP coteaux-varois-en-provence. His cuvée La Grand' Vigne is available in three colors, while the cuvée Les Fournerys, made from a selection of plots and vinified in barrels, reveals even more gastronomic aromas.

La Badiane is a winery located in Toulon, more precisely in Saint-Jean-du-Var, at 22 rue Berthier.

This cooperative will delight lovers of good wines, qualitative grape varieties and diversity. Not really a novice because it has existed for a good century, this cooperative has known how to renew itself and live in its time. You will find here AOP Coteaux Varois de Provence, IGP Var and some organic wines. La Sainte-Baume offers a range of rosés perfect for summer and other more complex wines. You can taste and buy the famous Restanques range, in three colors.

At the foot of the Massif des Maures nature reserve, Anne and Dimitri produce, as a couple, with passion and humility, wines with the scent of Provence. The tasting of the beverages of the domain is done at the foot of the immense and majestic hundred-year-old plane tree. The wines stamped Jale are the result of a reasoned culture adapted to the complexity of the soils, in harmony with nature, in a scheme that wants to be "organic decompartmentalized". AOP Côtes de Provence, the whites and rosés are fine, elegant and aromatic. The reds are for ageing, without heaviness.