Provence is a paradise to wine lovers, known for it’s beautiful pale pink roses. Provence is home to some of the best vineyards. France is known for its excellent wines from robust reds to zesty whites, and fantastic champagne. Provence is one of the top regions for wine production. Continue reading to find out selection of the best vineyards in Provence.
Château de Saint Martin
Château de Saint Martin spans over one hundred acres of farmland and vineyards. The winery has been producing red, white, and rose wines since 1740. It comprises of two cellars, tasting opportunities, along with accommodation. Set in the mountains it offers the perfect setting to relax under a tree and sip on delicious wines.
The Domaine Bertaud Belieu near Saint Tropez.
The same family has owned this well known vineyard for more than two centuries. This vineyard produces some of the most wonderful wines in the region. The vineyard is set in one of the most popular areas, known for grape growing in Provence. A wine tasting trip to this vineyard is a unique and rare experience.
Vignoble Rasse
Located only a short drive from the coast, this is a picturesque vineyard, offering the perfect way to spend a relaxing afternoon in Provence. This vineyard produces delicious white, red, and rose wines, that are all organic, farmed in IGP (Geographically Protected Indication) soil. You can arrange a personalised tasting in advance, where you can enjoy a relaxing Provençal lunch, transformed by a selection of excellent wines.
Domaine le Navicelle
Domain la Navicelle is located on a hill slope, producing some of the most complex wines in Provence. The grapes are harvested biodynamically. If you want to understand the basics of Provençal wines, then this is the vineyard to heard to. They offer fabulous tours, complete with personalised tastings, and harvesting experiences.
Abbaye de Lerins
This vineyard is set on a small island where residents are mainly wine-making monks. You can catch a ferry or hire a personal boat to get you there. The vineyard is attached to the monks abbey and has been operating since the fifty century, producing some of Provence’s finest wines. Visiting this vineyard is a day experience, where you can explore the private beaches and forests, before relaxing on the beach with lunch and excellent wine tastings.
Domaine Tropez
Set on the hills overlooking the sea, Domaine Tropez is a must. While still relatively new to the Provençal wine industry, the winery is offering some high quality wines. Operating since 1996, this vineyard specialises in red, white, and rose wines. Spanning over forty hectares, you can enjoy wine tastings, before taking a leisurely walk through the vineyards.
La Verriere
La Verriere is located in a medieval priory is a must for wine lovers visiting Provence. It is more that tasting wines, it is a wine resort that provides the “Chene Bleu Extreme Wine Experience,” which is a complete course complete with WSET Level 2 Award exam, the highest level for aspiring sommeliers.
Conclusion
Provence is home to some of the most spectacular wines, along with beautiful vineyards. When visiting Provence, you can visit these vineyards, enjoying a relaxing lunch, combined with excellent wine tasting opportunities. If you want to learn how to pair the Provençal wines with traditional Provençal dishes, then get in touch with Cooking Classes in Provence today and book your private cooking class without delay.
