DESTINATION VIGNOBLES

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The largest region in France, Nouvelle-Aquitaine is as diverse as it is surprising. Nature, open spaces, world-famous vineyards, dynamic towns, legendary beaches, exceptional cultural and gastronomic heritage... whatever your holiday style, there is a destination made for you. All these treasures are what make the region the number one destination for French tourists and an unmissable attraction for international travellers who want to experience everything the “French art of living” has to offer.

From Pays Basque to Bordeaux, from Cognac to the Loire Valley foothills, through Bergerac and Périgord Pourpre ( Valley), Jurançon (Pay-Pyrénées) or the Landes d’Armagnac, each destination offers an infinite variety of flavours Régine Marchand and wine and spirit-related activities. Wine-lovers can enjoy a whole range of President of the dedicated tourist circuits by travelling along one of the six “ Nouvelle- Aquitaine Regional Tourism Board Routes”. They can also walk and cycle in the vineyards of the Pyrenean foothills or the Ré and Oléron Islands. Others will prefer to take a boat trip up the and Valleys, as well as the Charente Valley, to discover its famous “liqueur of the gods” (another name for Cognac given by the famous writter V. Hugo). Stop by the Cité du Vin (Bordeaux) to improve your knowledge of the winegrowing world and enjoy a tasting, with a 360-degree view of the Garonne. You can also try your hand as an apprentice grape-picker or oenologist by attending the many workshops and masterclasses offered by the various Châteaux, Cellars and wine estates. The more adventurous among you can discover the many mysteries of the vines with an Escape Game or a memorable treasure hunt. A particularly good way to do this is with the free mobile app Terra Aventura, which has already won over 700,000 French and English-speaking players.

Our region is founded on a communal, festive, welcoming and gastronomic spirit. A “quality of life” spirit that’s also evident in our gastronomy and our art of dining. Michel DURRIEU Nouvelle-Aquitaine is THE unmissable destination for that special French art of Managing Director of the living, THE destination for authenticity and new experiences, THE destination for Nouvelle- Aquitaine Regional Tourism Board an innovative, sustainable and forward-looking tourism offering.

So we look forward to seeing you soon in Nouvelle-Aquitaine.

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THREE NATIONAL WINE TOURISM TROPHIES « GOLD » 2019 IN THE REGION

Château Feely Château Guiraud Château Venus Saussignac Category Wine tourism Category Creative and Category Pedagogy and restaurant original activities sustainable practice With it’s restaurant la With the flights over the With visits around the Chapelle vineyards. making of bio-wine. www.lachapelledeguiraud.com www.chateauvenus.com chateaufeely.com

FIVE NATIONAL WINE TOURISM TROPHIES IN THE OTHER CATEGORIES

Château Smith Haut Lafitte Category Art and culture Château Prieuré Lichine Château Prieuré

Château Smith Haut Laftte Château Prieuré Lichine Category business wine tourism and private events

Château Les Carmes Haut Brion Château Climens Category Architecture and landscapes

Château Les Carmes Haut Brion Château Climens Category Pedagogy and sustainable practice Château d’Agassac Category Vineyard with family AND TWO JURY SPECIAL PRICE

La Cité du Vin

For the international influence La Cité du vin Musée Hennessy La Maison Hennessy For the wine tourism involvement

4 www.nouvelle-aquitaine-tourisme.com Key figures

1 UNESCO world biosphere reserve 14 UNESCO world : Vallée de la Dordogne heritage sites (France’s largest amount)

26 «Plus beaux villages de France» 51 Surfing spots +50 23 “Petites cités de Michelin-starred Caractère” restaurants Labeled cities

9 Airports 1347

Tourism and Disability Labeled Sites

Quality Tourism 501 97 European eco-label Labeled Sites accommodation sites

Kms of coastline 750 28 “Art and History” towns 40 Ports Millions of wine tourism 6,2visitors 1150 Wineries and professional labeled

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Parc Naturel NIORT Ars-en-Ré Régional N 10 N 145 Guéret Île de Ré du Marais Poitevin A 10 E 62 a Cha L ren La Creuse te Surgères La Rochelle - A 837 10 Aubusson Île de Ré Saint-Jean Île d’Oléron Rochefort d’Angely Parc Naturel Angoulême Saint-Junien N 141 Régional de LIMOGES Millevaches Saintes en Limousin COGNAC Parc Naturel Cognac Régional Vassivière ANGOULÊME Périgord Plateau de Cognac Limousin A 20 Millevaches Soulac- Pineau des Charentes sur-Mer Médoc Jonzac A 10 Brantôme A 89 Vallée de la Tulle E 606 Dordogne Côte Atlantique Côtes de Bordeaux L’ Parc A 89 Blaye Brive-la-Gaillarde Naturel PÉRIGUEUX Castillon OCEAN Régional Bourg Vins de Corrèze ATLANTIQUE du Médoc Saint-Emilion Côtes de Bordeaux Fronsac Océan Bordeaux Sarlat Lacanau Saint-Émilion Bergerac BORDEAUX Bergerac La Dordogne La Garonne Entre-Deux-Mers Sainte-Croix-Du-Mont Sauternes et Loupiac Duras Cap-Ferret 1 A 62 2 Marmandais Langon L’Eyre Sauternes Marmande Le Lot WC Biscarrosse Bordeaux et Vallées du Lot Bordeaux Supérieur et de la Garonne A 62 VIGNOBLES LABÉLISÉS VIGNOBLES & DÉCOUVERTES Parc Buzet- Naturel A 65 sur-Baïse VINEYARD LABELED VIGNOBLES & DÉCOUVERTESS Régional Mimizan des Landes Armagnac et Buzet AGEN es routes du vin de Bordeau en raves et auternes A 63 de Gascogne Floc de 1 Bordeaus ine routes in Graves and Sauternes Gascogne Brulhois es routes du vin de Bordeau en ntre-deu-Mers Labastide- La Baïse 2 Bordeaus ine routes in ntre eu Mers Landes - d’Armagnac es routes du vin de Bordeau - Bordeau orte du vignole Armagnac Bordeaus ine routes in Bordeau ateay to the vineyards le Lot Mont-de-Marsan es Routes du vin de Bordeau aint-milion Pomerol ronsac Bordeaus ine routes in Saint milion Pomerol Fronsac DAX L’Adour Tursan es routes du vin de Bordeau en Mdoc Aire-sur-l’Adour Bordeaus ine routes in Medoc Côte Atlantique es routes du vin de Bordeau en Blae Bourg Bordeaus ine routes in Blaye and Bour BAYONNE AOC Béarn Madiran ignole de ognac Conac vineyards BIARRITZ Orthez A 64 Route des ins de Bergerac Duras Saint-Jean-de-Luz Pays PAU Bereracuras ine route Hendaye 9 Jurançon Basque 9 uranon Barn Prnes uranon Béarn Pyrenees Saint-Jean- Jurançon Pied-de-Port 10 e vignole de lle dlron Irouléguy Pau - Le Gave léron island vineyard Pyrénées de Pau SITES REMARQUABLES OUTSTANDING SITES Parc National des Pyrénées Cognac To destinations de Nouvelle-Aquitaine - ouvelleuitaine to destination oie de chemin de fer - ailay lines ESPAGNE Autoroute - Motorays oies fluviales - aterays Aroort - irort illes rinciales - Maor cities Patrimoine Mondial de lN - SC orld Heritae 6 Parc Naturel Rgional -www.nouvelle-aquitaine-tourisme.com eional nature arc Contents

8 Vineyards labeled “Vignobles et découvertes”

8 Bordeaux gateway to the vineyards 10 Bordeaux Wine Routes in Graves & Sauternes 12 Bordeaux Wine Routes in Saint-Emilion, Pomerol, Fronsac 14 Bordeaux Wine Routes in Entre-deux-Mers 16 Bordeaux Wine Routes in Médoc 18 Bordeaux wine routes in Blaye & Bourg 20 Cognac 24 L’île d’Oléron 26 Bergerac-Duras 28 The Jurancon

30 Other Vineyards

34 Contacts

MEDIA CONTACT

Brigitte BLOCH Amandine SOUTHON [email protected] [email protected] Tel. : + 33 (0)5 56 01 73 96 Tel. : + 33 (0)5 56 01 73 73 +33 (0)6 80 01 20 08 +33 (0)6 88 05 15 51

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www.nouvelle-aquitaine-tourisme.com www.nouvelle-aquitaine-tourisme.com 7 VINEYARDS LABELED «VIGNOBLES ET DÉCOUVERTES» Bordeaux gateway to the vineyards Bordeaux has long had a reputation step away from the vines. as a town that takes itself very se- From wine tours departing in Bor- riously - too seriously perhaps - but deaux’s center to prestigious wine- no more. The history and culture are ries’ tours & tastings in the nearby still here but UNESCO classified Bor- vineyards ( Leognan, Médoc, deaux has shed her dowager frocks Bordeaux & Bordeaux Supérieur, and the city of wine has become fun, etc.) find yourself a way to -expe lively and an award winning holiday rience Bordeaux. destination. Welcome to Bordeaux, 5 appellations - 79 establishments vintage 2018! certified « Vignobles et Décou- The Bordelais love their wines, and vertes® » in this area : 5 wine cellars, it shows. It’s a city that lives and 14 accommodation, 20 restaurants breathes wine - from the towering and bars, 9 cultural or natural heri- new temple to world wine – La Cité tage sites, 1 tourist office, 14 DMC, du Vin - to tiny or gourmet restau- 12 sports, leisure or wellness activi- rants dedicated to wine and food ties, 4 events. pairing - you’re never more than a

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Learn the secrets of the winemaking LA CITÉ DU VIN : STEP INTO A English, Spanish, German, Italian, process, from the vineyard to the bott- WORLD OF EXPERIENCES ! Chinese, Japanese, Dutch) and the le labeling. access to La Cité du Vin’s Belvedere, Create your ideal cuvee and taste your where you will discover a 360° view own wine assemblies to choose the of Bordeaux whilst tasting a glass of one you like based on your personal world wine (50 ml). preferences and take it home as a per- Julie Marchive sonal souvenir bottle! +33(0)5 47 50 06 75 At the end of the workshop, taste one [email protected] of Bernard Magrez’s Grand Cru Classé www.laciteduvin.com Embark on a sensory adventure to during a wine tasting commented by the cellar master of the Château! discover the cultures and civilisations B-WINEMAKER : CREATE YOUR of wine. In an open exhibition space OWN WINE! occupying more than 3,000 m², nearly +33 (0)5 57 26 43 04 twenty different themed areas invite B-Winemaker is a unique wine [email protected] www.bernardmagrez.com you to take a voyage of discovery and workshop to discover how Bordeaux enjoy a unique experience exploring Grands Crus Classés are made... the many and varied facets of wine Join us and participate in a workshop across time and space. A visit to the with your family, friends, co-workers Permanent tour also includes the tra- or for your own bespoke event. vel companion, a free, innovative tool Visit Château Pape Clément, Grand available in eight languages (French, Cru Classé de Graves,

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URBAN WINE TOUR : 1 CEL- BACCHUS WINE TOUR: LAR-DOOR TOUR + 1 WINE EXPLORE BORDEAUX AND ITS TASTING IN A WINE BAR WINES The Urban Wine Tour is an innovative Discover the best neighbourhoods concept which will take you through in the city center of Bordeaux. The different kinds of tasting spheres. At route is dotted with 4 «stop-tasting» the château nestled in the heart of allowing you to discover the world-re- Bordeaux Métropole, you’ll enjoy the nowned wine regions of Bordeaux: typical wine estate’s visit and tasting Entre-deux-Mers, Saint-Emilion, Mé- of the property’s wines. Then, you’ll doc, sweet wines of Graves. Duration: discover a totally different atmos- 3 hours. Available on mornings, after- phere in a wine bar which will lead you noons, after-work and evenings - 69€. through a playful tasting organized Pauline Robin-Champeil around different wines paired with lo- +33 6 61 85 00 80 cal specialties. [email protected] Available on Saturday mornings www.lesateliersdebacchus.com (9:30am to 1:15pm – 49€) from April to November (group tours) or on de- mand (private tours). Sylvie Dussuel + 33(0)5 56 00 06 15 [email protected] www.bordeaux-tourisme.com

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DINNER CRUISE ABOARD THE SICA- the only château in the city of Bordeaux,. Sauternes (wine-tasting visit in a Great MBRE It welcomes visitors by appointment for Growth Château included). City tours: Treat yourself to a sumptuous dinner a complete tour including the visit of the from 33€/per. Wine tours: from 59€/per. aboard the elegant Sicambre, for a 19th century garden and the exploration Brigitte Chandler cruise on the Garonne River, and admire of the new cellar signed by the famous +33 6 04 40 31 92 Bordeaux by night, with its magnificent designer Philippe Starck followed by the [email protected] 18th-century facades. A truly unique dis- tasting of 2 wines. Group or private visit www.memosine.com covery of Bordeaux (8:00 pm to 10 :30 from 20€ by appointment only. pm - Seasonal sit-down 3-course dinner– Sylvie Fleury HÔTEL SAINT-JAMES IN , 58€) + 33 (0)7 77 38 10 77 THE « BALCONY OF BORDEAUX » Bordeaux River Cruise has a fleet of 3 [email protected] In the village of Bouliac, near Bordeaux, boats : the Sicambre, for 250 guests, the www.les-carmes-haut-brion.com the Hotel Saint-James, a member of Re- Sardane, a tour-boat of 74 seats and the lais & Châteaux is known as much for its Silnet a taxi-boat of 12 seats to be rented MEMOSINE, BORDEAUX AT YOUR OWN architecture (by Jean Nouvel, now listed for professional or private events. PACE as part of France’s 20th-century architec- Laura Marchoux Memosine offers unconventional tours tural heritage by the Ministry of Culture.) +33(0)5 56 39 27 66 in a 2-seater electric or cabriolet vehicle than for its cuisine (by Nicolas Magie Mi- [email protected] equipped with a GPS multimedia ta- chelin 1* chef). croisiere-bordeaux.com/ blet-guide. As a couple, a family or with Corinne Colliard friends, you follow your multimedia guide OUTSTANDING CHÂTEAU LES CARMES +33 5 57 97 06 00 and discover the best of Bordeaux and HAUT-BRION ! [email protected] its vineyards at your own pace Saint-Émi- www.saintjames-bouliac.com Located 20 minutes away from the cen- lion, Médoc, Graves/Pessac-Léognan, ter, Château Les Carmes Haut-Brion is

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www.nouvelle-aquitaine-tourisme.com www.nouvelle-aquitaine-tourisme.com 9 VINEYARDS LABELED «VIGNOBLES ET DÉCOUVERTES» Bordeaux Wine Routes in Graves & Sauternes A journey into the origins of the Route in Graves and Sauternes. heritage sites, 2 tourist offices, 1 Wines of Bordeaux on the Graves Today, Bordeaux Wine Route in DMC, 7 sports, leisure or wellness and Sauternes Bordeaux Wine Trails. Graves and Sauternes includes 6 activities, 4 events. It was in the Graves appellation that great appellations: Graves et Graves the first ever Bordeaux vines were Supérieures, Pessac-Léognan, Bar- planted over 2000 years ago. sac, Sauternes et Cérons. The name The territory is remarkable by its of this wine route comes from the diversity; there are the prestigious region’s gravelly, pebbly soil which is Château d’Yquem and Haut-Brion, perfect for grape growing. as well as family-run estates, cast- 6 appellations, 134 establishments les for families to enjoy, along with certified « Vignobles et Décou- excellent Michelin-starred or les- vertes® » in this area : 83 wine cel- ser-known restaurants. Hospitality lars, 13 accommodation, 20 restau- is at the heart of the Bordeaux Wine rants and bars, 9 cultural or natural

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FLY OVER THE VINES OF TASTING FROM UP HIGH AT GRAVES AND SAUTERNES CHÂTEAU RAYNE VIGNEAU Get into a light aircraft, with the wi- After climbing up a hundred year-old nemaker of Château Vénus himself… cedar tree (it’s worth the effort), and During the 20 to 25-minute flight, dis- once you’ve got your breath back you cover the beautiful panorama of the can admire the view over the Sau- vineyards of Graves and Sauternes ternes vineyards. With a glass of Châ- from the skies: vines as far as you teau de Rayne Vigneau in your hand, can see, the Garonne river mean- you suddenly get the feeling that you ders… Then you’ll fly over the Grands could rule the world, from 12 metres Crus Classés : Château d’Yquem, up… what more could you ask for? Château Filhot, Château Guiraud, the village of Sauternes, Château d’Arche, Contact: Château La Tour Blanche, Château +33 (0)5 56 76 64 05 de Rayne-Vigneau, Château Lafau- [email protected] www.raynevigneau.fr rie-Peyraguey… After this exceptional moment, back to the track. It’s time to taste great Graves wines from Châ- teau Vénus! 69€/pax Lucie Jourdain Tourist office Cadillac & +33(0)5 56 62 12 92 [email protected] www.chateauvenus.com

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HÔTEL & RESTAURANT LA- URBAN WINE TOUR LIQUE - CHÂTEAU LAFAURIE PEYRAGUEY The Urban Wine Tour is an innovative Housed within the magnificent archi- concept which will take you through tectural complex of the Château La- different kinds of tasting spheres. At faurie Peyraguey, the Lalique hotel is a the château nestled in the heart of charming place in the vineyards. The Bordeaux Métropole, you’ll enjoy the cornerstone of this castle remains typical wine estate’s visit and tasting the beautiful Lalique collection. Take of the property’s wines. Then, you’ll place in one of the thirteen rooms of discover a totally different atmos- the hotel enjoying a breathtaking view phere in a wine bar which will lead you of the Sauternes vineyards. Within the through a playful tasting organized hotel, the restaurant 1 Michelin star around different wines paired with lo- offers inspired cuisine that is both cal specialties. clearly defined and playful. For this Available on Saturday mornings gourmet cuisine table, Jérôme Schil- (9:30am to 1:15pm – 49€) from April ling : ‘it is all about bringing out the to October (group tours) or on de- qualities of Sauternes in precise gas- mand (private tours). tronomic pairings, enhancing its aro- mas, highlighting its various shades Sylvie Dussuel and playing with textures’. + 33(0)5 56 00 06 15 [email protected] Contact www.bordeaux-tourisme.com +33 (0)5 24 28 80 11 [email protected] www.lafauriepeyragueylalique.com

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LAND ART PATH : SENSES FOREST AT become one of the most important and Contact CHÂTEAU SMITH HAUT-LAFITTE prestigious châteaux of the Graves ap- + 33 (0)5 57 31 07 45 The must-see Château Smith Haut-Lafitte, pellation. Come to discover our environ- [email protected] located opposite the Sources de Cauda- mental philosophy and the biodiversity www.chateau-sigalas-rabaud.com lie, is offering a new and original trip that on Chantegrive property. Our Château is takes in both art and nature, deep into certified High Environmental Value 3, the PRESTIGIOUS DAY IN SAUTERNES the Pessac-Léognan appellation. Visitors highest environmental certification. Enjoy an exceptional day in the Sauternes can enjoy a unique experience along this Individual price : 12€ Crus Classés. The 2018 program is a fo- trail that is peppered with exceptional For groups of four and more : 8€/person cus on the link with Lur Saluces Marquis works of art among trees, flowers, brooks Booking from Monday to Friday family. It includes a visit of Château de and vines. You can also listen, , feel Fargues in the morning. Exceptionally, www.chantegrive.com and taste the nature around you over the the owner is opening the doors of his es- Lucie Jourdain, course of this 2-hour walk and its many tate, and is inviting participants to taste Tourist office Cadillac & Podensac aesthetic breaks. The walk ends with a Sauternes wines. The day goes on with a +33(0)5 56 62 12 92 wine tasting. Available all year, everyday. gourmet lunch at the famous Maison Dar- [email protected] 19 €/per. (including tasting of 2 wines roze restaurant, in Langon. The Chef has from the Château). elaborated a menu pairing exclusively LA TERRASSE DE SIGALAS with Sauternes wines. The discovery of Contact In the garden of the Château Sigalas the famous Château d’Yquem, the visit of +33 (0)5 57 83 11 22 Rabaud, Premier Cru Classé 1855 of Sau- the cellar and the tasting of its supreme [email protected] ternes & Barsac, La Terrasse de Sigalas nectar finalize this beautiful excursion in www.smith-haut-lafitte.com is open since May 2018 and offers gour- the Sauternes area. Available on demand, met bites to taste, enjoying of the magni- from 200 €/per. THE NATURE «GREEN» TOUR AT CHÂ- ficent panorama of the prestigious Châ- TEAU CHANTEGRIVE teaux around, including famous Château Sud- Tourist office Château de Chantegrive, a family estate d’Yquem. +33 (0)5 56 63 68 00 located on 96 hectares of vines, has [email protected]

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www.nouvelle-aquitaine-tourisme.com www.nouvelle-aquitaine-tourisme.com 11 VINEYARDS LABELED «VIGNOBLES ET DÉCOUVERTES» Bordeaux Wine Routes in Saint-Emilion, Pomerol, Fronsac At the confluence of three rivers (the neyard became the first vineyard in the convergence of the rivers Dor- Dordogne, the Isle and the ), the world to be awarded the title of dogne and l’Isle, lies Fronsac with the Libournais is an area where you ‘Cultural Landscape’ by UNESCO on two main sectors: Fronsac and Ca- can find UNESCO listed wine-produ- the World Heritage List in 1999 as non Fronsac. cing areas, an old English fortified a historical landscape that remains 15 appellations - 172 establish- town (Libourne) and the largest mo- intact and continues as a working ments certified « Vignobles et- Dé nolithic church in (Saint-Emi- activity. couvertes® » in this area : 96 wine lion): a real feast for any lovers of Nearby Pomerol is much smaller but cellars, 31 accommodation, 15 res- wine, cultural heritage and nature! shares its Roman history with that of taurants and bars, 3 cultural or natu- Saint-Emilion is renowned for its St Emilion with the tiny appellation of ral heritage sites, 2 tourist offices, 2 wines as much as the village itself, Lalande de Pomerol at its northern DMC, 12 sports, leisure or wellness dominating the Dordogne valley tip. A stone’s throw from Libourne, activities, 11 events. from its hilltop position. This vi- the principal town of the region, and

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SPEND A NIGHT IN A BARREL on the vines. A perfect way to forget ming landscapes: vines, meadow, the stresses and strains of daily life. ruins, forest… After an hour and a half From 140€/night wandering in the nature, her partner A few steps from the Château de Bon- Jérôme, the winemaker, is offering a hoste in Saint-Jean de , dis- +33(0)6 71 58 90 11 wine tasting under the oak trees. A cover a unique and very unusual acco- www.coup2foudres.com very pleasant time, savouring home- modation in the vineyard : the “Coup [email protected] made tapas, with friendliness and 2 foudres”. The Fournier family is simplicity! welcoming you in quite unusual guest rooms: wine vats that have been built HIKE AND TAPAS IN THE Nathalie Escuredo by Seguin Moreau, a local well-known VINEYARDS +33(0)5 57 25 97 89 barrel maker. It’s something that www.chateauboutinet.fr Let’s go for a stroll in the vines! The needs to be experienced, the place [email protected] Château Boutinet is a family owned is very comfortable: 20m² with a be- winery, in Fonsac soil: a green area droom, bathroom, kitchenette, sitting nestled on a limestone hill. Go for a area and a private terrace with view walk through the vines with Natha- lie, the winegrower and owner of the château, who is also a professional guide. She is sharing her passion of vines and nature, explaining the vi- neyard works all along the year. Char-

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AN “ESCAPE WINE” AT CHÂ- ce, then everyone gets to enjoy some a lively vine! Then, the youngest learn TEAU PAS DE L’ANE fine chocolates. to taste grape juice like pros: obser- Escape game (2 hours) from 25€/per vation, tasting and spitting! Finally, Your escape game mission: find the all children choose a bottle to label château’s special vintage and its oe- Contact and seal it with the machine of the nological secret! Rummage around +33 (0)6 31 82 43 66 wine estate. During this time, parents and solve enigmas of logic and of the [email protected] can enjoy 2 wines from Château Cor- senses to find the code which reveals chateau-pasdelane.com meil-Figeac. 10€/children and 5€/ the “oenological” secret. adult

APPRENTICE WINEMAKERS AT CHÂTEAU CORMEIL FIGEAC

During 1h30, Coraline animates a workshop for children from 3 to 15 years to introduce them to the vine and vinification at Château Cormeil Figeac, a family wine estate located 5 minutes from the center of Saint-Emi- Coraline Moreaud - Mc Allan Then, the adults can enjoy a tasting lion. To begin, each child takes a bas- +33(0)5 57 24 70 53 session with a Saint-Emilion Grand ket to harvest grapes, leaves, pebbles in the vineyards ... in order to recreate [email protected] Cru while the children can enjoy a jui- www.cormeil-figeac.com

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2019 : 20 YEARS OF LISTING in permaculture in the vegetable patch one château to another. AS UNESCO WORLD HERITAGE and for aquaponics, sustainable and in- www.saint-emilion-tourisme.com SITES FOR THE JURISDICTION OF dependent ecosystems. The tour ends SAINT-ÉMILION with a vegetated cocoon in the middle of MAGICAL TIME AT CHÂTEAU DE LA December 1999 remains an historic date the park where a wine, honey and merlot RIVIÈRE for Saint-Émilion! It was on this date that jelly tasting takes place, with everything A superb stone fort, renovated by Viol- the vineyard and the 8 villages of the made onsite! Duration 1.5/2 hours. 15€/ let le Duc, the Château de la Rivière do- Jurisdiction of Saint-Émilion were listed per from 2 to 12 people. Book in advance minates the Dordogne valley and 65.5 as a UNESCO World Heritage Site for its from May to October. Château La Dau- hectares of vineyards. Its 8 hectares of «cultural landscape». A world first! Year phine is open all year on booking. underground cellars are an ideal setting 2019 will be dedicated to the celebra- for maturing the wines it produces. The Marion Merker tion of these 20 years of registration on château’s grounds are open to all. The +33(0)5 57 74 06 61 UNESCO list. five Gîtes de France Bacchus 4 épis B&B [email protected] rooms were awarded the gold “Best Of” www.chateau-dauphine.com THE CHÂTEAU DE LA DAUPHINE award for wine tourism in 2007, in the GREEN TOUR “Accommodation” category. Ask for the LOTS OF WAYS TO DISCOVER Thanks to this new natural tour, which “Visite Prestige”, which finishes with a SAINT-EMILION VINEYARDS has just won a Best of Wine Tourism tasting of 3 wines in the underground A ride in Saint-Emilion vineyard ? Choose gold award, you can explore the ethical wine cellars, which has a natural spring your way ! Exotic (and electric) tour in a and environmental actions that are being and is lit by candles (25€/per 10 people Tuk-tuk or excursion at the nonchalant taken at Château de La Dauphine. Enjoy max.), or the escape-game in the under- pace of the tourist train surrounded by the a fun experience, articulated around their ground quarries. It’s magic! Open all year. Premier Grand Crus Classés vineyards of organic methods, and a workshop on Saint-Emilion. On a Harley-Davidson with Marie Rollet biodynamics; the Château adopted these a professional rider or in a sidecar with +33 (0)5 57 55 56 56 practices 6 years ago to promote a grea- a vintage feel. In a hot air balloon, flying [email protected] ter respect for nature and mankind. Not over the area or close to the vines and the www.chateau-de-la-riviere.com to mention the bees and their hives! They nature, cycling on an electric bike, from play a major role in pollination, as well as

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www.nouvelle-aquitaine-tourisme.com www.nouvelle-aquitaine-tourisme.com 13 VINEYARDS LABELED «VIGNOBLES ET DÉCOUVERTES» Bordeaux Wine Routes in Entre-deux-Mers Locally known as very welcoming, white wines produced by the monks. rants and bars, 7 cultural or natural lots of wineries from this region The remains of their 11c Abbey La heritage sites, 3 tourist offices, 1 are family owned and run with ge- Sauve Majeure have been declared a DMC, 2 sports, leisure or wellness nerosity… Entre-Deux-Mers takes its protected site by UNESCO. activities, 6 events. name from its location - the region Hit the bicycle path ‘Voie Verte Ro- is nestled between the Garonne and ger Lapébie’ to the Entre-Deux-Mers the Dordogne rivers, and lies to the wine road History buffs will feel south and east of Bordeaux. right at home here: bastide towns, The region has a long wine produ- Romanesque churches, fortified cing history; the earliest vines were mills and ancient villages are dotted planted by the ancient Romans, all over this rolling landscape dear 2000 years ago. Wine produced by to the heart of the writer François the Benedictine monks in the middle Mauriac and the artist Henri de Tou- ages, initially for religious purposes, louse-Lautrec. established Entre deux Mers repu- 18 appellations - 71 establishments tation; pilgrims on the route to San- certified « Vignobles et Décou- tiago de Compostela resting at the vertes® » in this area : 39 wine cel- Abbey would be offered the sweet lars, 11 accommodation, 2 restau-

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WINE TOUR IN A CADILLAC wine. You end your day with a visit to Bordeaux and exclusively on our soil. Cadillac Castle, historical monument, This wine, very fruity, garnet-colored, and the Bastide de Cadillac. is a tradition of summer. Ride on the Embark on areal Cadillac, the famous 2 pax : 284 € / pax - 4 pax : 159 € / pax river in option (max 10 per.) brand of high-end American car, for a few hours of fun, relaxation and idle- www.cadillaccotesdebordeaux.com ness! Its history goes back to Antoine Laëtitia Cartier Lamothe-Cadillac, Gascon adventu- Cadillac Wine house rer, who, at the time, gave his name to +33 (0)5 57 98 19 34 the famous automobile firm. [email protected]

WINE TASTING IN A PLAICE, OVER THE GARONNE RIVER

Take place in this iconic fishing hut: meet one of the last professional fi- shermen of Garonne, on boat and Visit the Cadillac Wine House and its on the pontoon of the plaice. This can be combined with the tasting of Lucie Jourdain Vine and Wine Museum and criss- Cadillac & Podensac Tourist office cross the vineyards of Cadillac Côtes a fried eel, paired with a Clairet, our rosé which production is unique in +33 (0)5 56 62 12 92 de Bordeaux. Go for a visit to a wine- [email protected] ry and enjoy a lunch pairing food and

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CHÂTEAU CHELIVETTE AND They love showing people around CHÂTEAU MATHEREAU their estate on a Little Train journey that awakens the senses. There are 15 minutes of Bordeaux and four workshops along the way: one Saint-Emilion, Château Chelivette for Touch, one for Smell, the Museum covers an area of 30​​ hectares with and finally the Blind Tasting. Enter a vineyard flank superbly exposed into the coopers’ workshop where slopes. Discover the complete wine their great-grandfather worked, filled tourism resort, including visits of the with his old tools, plus the original cellars followed by tasting our diffe- www.chelivette.com 300 year-old fermenting room. This rent wines at Château Chelivette, Sabine Valadié sensorial journey finishes with a tas- sharing their biodynamic approach. Entre-deux-Mers Tourism ting. And also on the property, an exclusive +33(0)5 56 61 82 73 5-stars accommodation at Château [email protected] Mathereau. This 18th-century castle, DOMAINE DE LA GRAVE: SPE- totally refurbished, can accommodate CIAL AWARD FROM THE BEST comfortably up to 12 people with its OF WINE 2018 JURY 500m², 6 bedrooms and bathrooms, Contact pool, tennis, sauna… and a huge ter- This wine estate has belonged to the +33(0)5 56 72 41 28 race overlooking the vines. Roche family since 1876. Marie-Laure and David are happy to welcome you [email protected] vignobleroche.fr to their 18th century charterhouse.

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THE CABIN IN THE VINEYARDS (CHÂ- Cadillac’s market to the moment you put cess. Buffet dinner and drinks at your TEAU BESSAN) into practise all the new cooking tech- accommodation with the winemaker, 25 km south of Bordeaux, the “Cabane niques you have learned. You will also night and breakfast, and discovery tour dans les Vignes” is nestled on a hill learn to pair wines and dishes. Bonus of the Entre-deux-Mers area. Form 99€/ surrounded by the vines, overlooking point: after the cooking class, you will per for 2 days / 1 night in guest rooms 3 the Garonne river. More than a beauti- have the chance to visit a winery house Keys award. Accommodate from 2 to 14 ful landscape, this secret spot offers a where you will learn about how the wine people, all year round (subject to availa- real focus on the landscape and cultu- is made. This is followed by another tas- bility). ral heritage of the Bordeaux hinterland. ting session, of course! Sabine Valadié Matthieu Verdier, the owner of Château Every fisrt Friday of the month. 35 € / pax Entre-deux-Mers Tourism Bessan, is sensitive to the environment. +33(0)5 57 98 19 20 +33(0)5 56 61 82 73 Winemaker-surfer, he created this tas- [email protected] [email protected] ting hut: showcase of the products of www.maisondesvinsdecadillac.com www.entredeuxmers.com Château Bessan and other producers, imagined as a crossroads of the know- ENJOY VINE, WINE AND GASTRO- OYSTERS IN ENTRE-DEUX-MERS? how of producers and craftsmen, and NOMY : OVERNIGHT STAY IN THE YOU BET! local wealth with partners who have VINEYARDS Orterra is «the gold of the earth», the chosen Organic Farming. Come and live the life of a winemaker, meeting point, the place to remember lacabanedanslesvignes.com all year-round! Prepare yourself to be the time when Sainte-Croix-du-Mont amazed by a walk that is all about wine, was a lagoon. Famous for it’s liqueur-like COOKING CLASSES AT THE MAISON tasting and gastronomy, discover the wine, Sainte-Croix-du-Mont also has DES VINS OF CADILLAC secrets and magic of wine making with another interesting feature, which can One of the most original trip to get a passionate people. A morning or a day in be seen at the foot of the church and at real taste of the region, its gastronomy a château, take part in the seasonal work Château de Tastes: fossilised oysters and its wine is a cooking class, from the of the winegrower: from blending (Jan/ from 22 million years ago back when the market to your very dish, with the chef Feb) to harvesting (Sept/Oct). Attend Atlantic Ocean covered this area! On top Olivier Straehli. You are in of the visit of the fermenting room and the of that, there is also an exceptional pa- your own French culinary creation from cellar, with a detailed explanation about norama over the Gironde valley. the moment you pick your ingredients in winemaking, vinification and ageing pro- www.cadillac-tourisme.com

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www.nouvelle-aquitaine-tourisme.com www.nouvelle-aquitaine-tourisme.com 15 VINEYARDS LABELED «VIGNOBLES ET DÉCOUVERTES» Bordeaux Wine Routes in Médoc World renowned for its great wines to Road 66. This 86 km of route is gastronomy and history of France. and its superb châteaux, the Médoc overflowing with secret, history and Sainte-Estèphe, Pauillac, Saint-Ju- is also loved for its long fine sandy breathtaking landscapes. Eight of lien, Margaux and the other AOC will beaches, its large lakes and its green the most famous Bordeaux appella- reveal their secret to you... spaces ideal for immersing yourself tions can be found on the peninsular 8 appellations - 202 establishments in nature. Take bike rides on the Vélo- which is bordered by the Gironde es- certified « Vignobles et Décou- dysée Atlantic cycling route, cruises tuary on the east and by the Atlantic vertes® » in this area : 107 wine on the and its is- ocean on the west side. Vast man- cellars, 131 accommodation, 22 res- lands, or fill your lungs with fresh air made forests protect the vines from taurants and bars, 10 cultural or na- in the forests of maritime pines… the the buffeting winds to the south. tural heritage sites, 1 tourist office, 1 choice is yours. On the Médoc wine route, you’ll find DMC, 22 sports, leisure or wellness The D2, known as the Castles Route, the most beautiful chateaux and its activities, 8 events. which runs from Bordeaux up and world famous wines, by experien- along the length of the Médoc pe- cing tours & tastings in the wineries. ninsula is the wine lovers equivalent A great time spent discovering the

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TASTING WORKSHOP IN THE DISCOVER THE SECRETS OF DARK AT LA ROSE PAUILLAC THE BARREL MAKING AT THE WINE CELLAR NADALIÉ COOPERAGE

In the former storehouse of La Rose The first thing that strikes you is the Pauillac, prepare to be surprised by an smell. It’s a mix of burnt wood, vanil- unforgettable experience while tasting la and hot croissants! It’s time to dis- several wines in total darkness! Your cover something that is not simply a senses alone (smell, taste, touch) will trade, but also a passion. Making bar- guide you during this workshop! 15€/ rels is an artform and this is a fantas- per tic place to learn about it. Selecting your oak, drying it out, cutting, staves, Maison du Tourisme & du Vin de Pauillac warming, raising the barrel, hooping: +33(0)5 56 59 03 08 it’s a very specific vocabulary for a www.pauillac-medoc.com unique trade. To compliment the ex- perience, you can take a meal in the 1902 brasserie.

Contact +33 (0)5 57 10 02 02 [email protected] www.nadalie.fr

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A MICHELIN-STARRED CHEF hospitality hotspot in the Médoc. world of Grands Crus Classés with AT CHÂTEAU CORDEILLAN-BA- Open from Wednesday to Sunday, the privilege of tasting seven diffe- GES RESTAURANT from March to November. rent wines, Grand Crus Classés 1855, Every table at the Cordeillan-Bages from the seven great appellations in- restaurant offers a unique atmos- +33 (0)5 56 59 24 24 cluded in this classification (Pauillac, phere. Its spacious and minimalis- www.cordeillanbages.com Saint-Julien, Saint-Estèphe, Margaux, tic décor is enhanced with paintings Haut-Médoc in Médoc area, Barsac by artists such as Pierre Alechinsky, and Sauternes). A prestigious tas- Antoni Tàpies, Tan Swie Han… The di- ting that highlights the specificities of ning room offers bright openings onto each appellation. Workshop available the terrace and vineyard. Allowing up to 10 people. 100€/adult. a glimpse of the wine cellar, the www.chateau-marquis-de-terme.com adjacent tasting room, provides an intimate setting for a small gathering, whether for a meeting or simply to en- joy a private meal. Its connecting gar- den terrace overlooks the 17th centu- WORKSHOP GRANDS CRUS CLASSÉS 1855 ry turrets of the «chartreuse». A year after the Chef Julien Lefebvre arrived at the Château Cordeillan-Bages res- Let us tell you about the true story of taurant , he is awarded one Michelin 1855 wine classification, and its small star. The young chef is keen to carry stories… During a tour of the Château on innovating gastronomically at this Marquis de Terme, escape into the

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GUEST HOUSE LE CHÂTEAU DE L’ISLE awarded several times at Best of Wine regularly since 1996. (5 STARS) Tourism Competition. Le Saint Sabastien is also le TAGADA- Ideally located close to Bordeaux, Arca- Guided cellars tour «Let’s discover Agas- BAR : a small private club which brings chon Bay and its ocean beaches, on the sac wines» together grandmas and granddaugh- route that takes you among the Médoc’s Interactive wine tour on iPad for children ters, winegrowers and chateau owners famous Châteaux, this magnificent resi- or adults - Environmental tour «Agassac plus tourists from abroad all under and dence, full of 18th century character, will 3 Biotopes» on iPad for adults. Tastings relaxed atmosphere where everyone is charm you with its unique architecture after all tours. welcome. and verdant environment. Restaurant La Table d’Agassac. Charac- www.saintsabastien.com Here, you are pulled into serenity, and terful gastronomy with wine featuring it’s a perfect place to take a stroll, with a prominently. Menu adjusted daily to A VIEW OVER THE MÉDOC WITH O FIL park that has 6 hectares of hundred year- make room for new inspirations. March DE L’AIR old oak trees and small rivers with their to October : daily (except Sunday nights) Beside the Estuary, a stone’s throw away beautiful stone bridges, in the shade of - October to February : daily except Sun- from the charming little Port de Richard, blackberry bushes on the terrace or be- day evening and Monday. Karim Jouini, or Phileas, as he is known side the large swimming pool. +33 (0)5 57 88 15 47 professionally, takes you up on an emo- +33(0)5 56 79 70 96 [email protected] tional ride in a hot air balloon. It’s a gent- chateau-de-lisle.fr www.agassac.com le trip upwards into the skies over the Médoc, where you can see a plethora CHÂTEAU D’AGASSAC CABARET LE SAINT SABASTIEN, A of colours, ranging from the vines, the 15 minutes from Bordeaux, come and LOCAL LEGEND forests, the beaches, and more… As an discover one of the oldest winemaking In the middle of a tiny village amidst the added bonus, there’s no vertigo in a hot establishments in Médoc, classified vines you can enjoy a dinner and show air balloon! as a historic monument. Castle from which is truly worth the detour! Regular- +33(0)635508182 the XIIIth century, Agassac has been ly mentioned in the news, its reputation [email protected] for quality reaches way beyond the bor- www.ofildelair.fr ders of Aquitaine. It has been selling out

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www.nouvelle-aquitaine-tourisme.com www.nouvelle-aquitaine-tourisme.com 17 VINEYARDS LABELED «VIGNOBLES ET DÉCOUVERTES» Bordeaux Wine Routes in Blaye & Bourg Lands bathed in the largest estua- the region’s appellations, each one - most of the properties are family ry in Western Europe, vines running proud of their wines and their rich owned and the tours and tastings over the hillsides, a UNESCO listed heritage. Blaye alone has 450 wine are run by the winemakers themsel- citadel and even a paleolithic cave! properties over 6000 acres which ves. A wonderful region to explore Small harbours, quaint villages and welcome visitors to try their wines and to learn about wine and how it wine châteaux will charm lovers of and explore the region. The region is made. old stone buildings as well as ama- also boasts the prehistoric caves, 5 appellations - 137 establishments teurs of wines from the appellations the Grotte de Pair-non-Pair at Pri- certified « Vignobles et Décou- Blaye, Côtes de Bordeaux, Côtes de gnac-et-Marcamps which are defini- vertes® » in this area : 63 wine cel- Bourg, Bordeaux and Bordeaux Su- tely worth a visit between tastings! lars, 32 accommodation, 5 restau- périeur. Inspired by the Cité du Vin downriver rants and bars, 6 cultural or natural On the banks of the Estuary, Blaye in Bordeaux Bourg is in the midst heritage sites, 2 tourist offices, 4 and Bourg wine route is steeped in of a wine tourism renaissance. The DMC, 14 sports, leisure or wellness history dating back to the prehistoric winegrowers in both regions have a activities, 11 events. age. This trail will introduce you to reputation for being family friendly

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HARVEST DAY IN BLAYE in exchanges, in a warm and relax at- numerous troglodyte homes nestled CÔTES DE BORDEAUX mosphere! in the limestone cliffs and incredible Available during the fall, according to gardens where oleanders, palm trees the harvest calendar. Full day from and banana trees thrive. 10am to 4pm: 89€/person, transfer from Bordeaux included (39€ wit- hout). Céline Cibat +33 (0)5 57 42 12 09 [email protected] www.tourisme-blaye.com

Experience a unique and authentic journey in the château Monconseil ROUTE DE LA CORNICHE FLEU- Gazin, by sharing the vintage day of a RIE BY ELECTRIC BICYCLE Guided ride available (2 hours - up to winemaker, during the fall. In a frien- 8 people): 18€/per. including a wine dly atmosphere, af- ter an introduction From Bourg, take the D669-E1, the tasting in a château. to the harvesting of the grapes, have so-called “Route de la Corniche Fleu- www.tourisme.bourg-en-gironde.fr lunch at the wi- nemaker’s table with rie”, which follows the coast of the the other grape pickers. You will be in- Gironde estuary. This charming itine- vited to visit the cellars to understand rary reveals carrelet huts (traditional the secrets of winemaking. A day rich fishing nets of the Gironde estuary),

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OENOLOGICAL ESCAPE GAME : Groups from 3 to 8 people. boat for a guided tour on the Garonne CHARLEMAGNE’S TREASURE From 25€ to 19€/per. River and the estuary, while enjoying an aperitif with local wines. Stop at +33 (0)7 66 01 30 76 A real life Escape Game in a centu- Bourg-sur-Gironde village and lunch in [email protected] ry-old wine cellar, 10 minutes away the new Côtes de Bourg wine bar, with www.escapegameblaye.com from the Blaye Citadelle. a nice overview on the Gironde estua- Come and discover Blaye wines diffe- ry. After some sailing along the coast rently! Will you be up to decipher co- stop at the city of Blaye for a guided des and puzzles that will lead you to tour of the citadel, listed as a UNES- the Treasure of Charlemagne… Have CO World Heritage Site. This tour is fun with friends or family. Enter an organized by Bordeaux River Cruise in unprecedented adventure, a unique partnership with Blaye Côtes de Bor- place in the Blaye Côtes de Bordeaux deaux & Côtes de Bourg appellations. appellation! Half-day trip from 12am to 06:30 pm. An Escape Game that combines es- WINE CRUISE BLAYE & BOURG Price for individuals 130€/adult inclu- cape game, treasure hunt and «school ding the lunch. Available for groups of wine», which will make you disco- on request. Let’s go for a boat ride to discover the ver in an innovative and fun way, the wines and the heritage of Blaye Bourg history of the castle and its wines. Laura Marchoux & Isabelle Sampaio Estuary Lands with your guide. From Duration: 1 hour. All year. [email protected] La Cité du Vin in Bordeaux, set out by bordeaux-river-cruise.com

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BLAYE CITADEL BY THE UNDER- right place to meet the local winema- tal issues and see Tutiac’s important ef- GROUND PASSAGES AND CLOS DE kers of these beautiful terroirs. You can forts and innovations for the well-being L’ECHAUGUETTE discover the range of wines produced in of tomorrow’s vineyard. The visit of the The guided tour of the citadel through the area: Côtes de Bourg red, Côtes de experimental vineyard is followed by a the underground passages allows you Bourg white, Bordeaux Rosé, Crémant tasting of 5 wines. to discover the history of Blaye citadel de Bordeaux, grape juice… The space Duration : 2h. Price : 10€/ per (free for which is registered on the UNESCO wor- can be privatized for groups and events children under 18 years). Groups: 25per ld heritage list, and to understand the upto 150 people. Every friday & saturday max. Only on reservation. de- fence system created by famous evening fron 6 pm to 11 pm +33 (0)5 57 32 82 83 archi- tect Sébastien Vauban. Afterwar- +33 (0)5 57 94 80 24 [email protected] ds, you will enjoy a guided tour and a [email protected] www.tutiac.com tasting at the Clos de l’Echauguette, ex- www.cotes-de-bourg.com perimental micro-vineyard grown in or- WINEGROWER LUNCH IN CHÂTEAU ganic, located in the heart of a UNESCO BORDEAUX’S VINEYARD IN 2030 MARQUIS DE VAUBAN site. We will tell you the story of this plot, WITH LES VIGNERONS DE TUTIAC Welcome to the château, a magnificent the work of the vineyard and the process France’s leading producer of PDO wines, 17th century castle, on the banks of the initiated to pre- serve biodiversity. Les Vignerons de Tutiac gather 500 pas- Gironde river, for a journey back in time Céline Cibat sionated winegrowers together who from the 8th century to our days. Visit +33 (0)5 57 42 12 09 have succeeded in establishing them- of the vineyards and discoveries of the [email protected] selves as the reference for the Blaye stages of the work of the vines, and www.tourisme-blaye.com Côtes de Bordeaux, Côtes de Bourg and the cellars of ultra modern vats to wine Bordeaux appellations. Understand how aging in barrels. Have lunch in the old CÔTES DE BOURG WINE BAR they work to produce wines made with wine storehouse, as a real winegrower, Taste and discover the specificities of respect for health and nature. Discover in a friendly atmosphere. The menu is the wines of the Côtes de Bourg appella- how Bordeaux has undertaken it’s tran- prepared on the spot with local produce, tion, from the new Wine Bar - a spacious sition towards a more eco-friendly and while you’ll be tasting 3 of the best wines and bright space - with a breathtaking sustainable vineyard. of the estate. view of our beautiful Dordogne. The Learn about the long term environmen- www.tourisme-blaye.com

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www.nouvelle-aquitaine-tourisme.com www.nouvelle-aquitaine-tourisme.com 19 VINEYARDS LABELED «VIGNOBLES ET DÉCOUVERTES» Cognac Situated on the Atlantic Coast First produced in the 17th century, the magic of the distillation process between Nantes and Bordeaux, the the cognac comes from the largest makes the cognac vineyard so unique, Charentes offer the visitor a large vineyard in Europe for white wine inviting the visitor into the fragrant at- choice of coastal destinations such grapes with 75,000 hectares divided mosphere of the distilleries. as Ile de Ré, Ile d’Oléron, Royan or Ro- into 6 ‘crus’. A selected area between chefort, city breaks to Angoulême or the historic cities of Cognac and La Rochelle and beautiful countryside Saintes has been given the label « Vi- such as the cognac country, the Ma- gnobles et Découvertes » as a reco- rais Poitevin or the river Charente win- gnition of the quality of this wine tou- ding through preserved villages. rism destination. The Charentes are rich of large cultu- The cognac experience can be en- ral and natural heritage such as 5 joyed in any season and caters for eve- UNESCO sites, more than 500 roma- ryone. In Spring the big-name cognac nesque churches, the wild Gironde Es- brands - known as ‘houses’- open their tuary or 5 national and european cycle doors and offer guided visits with tas- routes. tings in several languages. In Sum- The Charentes has great reputation mer the cognac growing area hosts to for excellent gastronomy with authen- weekly events that enable visitors to tic produces including Pineau des meet vine-growers and distillers who Charentes, charentais wines and one are passionate about their know-how. of the world’s most iconic and best-lo- In Autumn, the vineyards bustles with ved drinks, the cognac. activity of the grape harvest. In winter,

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CELEBRATE THE DISTILLATION the public to the distilleries to share CREATE YOUR PINEAU DES their know-how at the foot of the cop- CHARENTES per stills and to show the art of blen- ding in ageing cellars where cognac Become a Master Blender for a day slowly improves in barrels: aromatic Create your Charentes pineau to your experiences, gastronomic discove- taste, according to a selection pre- ries, unusual activities... sented by the master cellar of Do- cognacetapes.com/en/ maine Guillon-Painturaud and leave with your personalized bottle. Exclusive visit of the cellars of Pineau des Charentes in Segonzac, capital of Grande Champagne, first ‘cru’ of the Celebrate the distillation from De- cognac vineyards. cember to February www.cognac-guillon-painturaud.fr In Winter, curiosities and surprises await you in front of the different stages of the alchemy of distilla- tion that makes the cognac vineyard unique. The ‘bouilleurs de cru’ invite

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THE FLOW VÉLO

Pedal through the vineyards along the river Charente, from the Périgord to Ile d’Aix on the Atlantic Coast This new route allows the cyclist to explore a France of natural history, gastronomy and much more, through Angoulême, Cognac, Saintes and Ro- chefort. There are interconnexions with La Vélodyssée® and La Scandi- bérique® www.laflowvelo.com/

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CHAIS hotel between visits to sites where fers spectacular views over the MONNET ***** one of the most widely appreciated rooftops of Cognac, from the histo- spirits in the world is created – co- ric town centre to the banks of the On a site of 2ha, the Hôtel Chais gnac. river Charente. The vast open ter- Monnet has 92 deluxe rooms and race bar has been designed as the suites, 14 apartments, a gastrono- ww.chaismonnethotel.com/ perfect place to meet, its convivial mic restaurant, a pool and a contem- atmosphere conducive to sharing a porary spa for clients to recharge ROOFTOP BAR INDIGO drink en tête-à-tête or relaxing with their batteries – all in the heart of BY MARTELL family and friends. Indigo by Mar- an ancestral winery in the center The cognac house opens its panora- tell is an opportunity for the people of the city of Cognac. The discreet mic bar on the rooftop terrace of the of Cognac to view their town from elegance of the site matches the Gâtebourse Tower in Cognac. a new perspective, and for visitors tastes of the most demanding of from all over the world to discover it clients, whether on a business trip Located right at the heart of the in an entirely original way. or for a break. Visitors will be able Martell complex, 24 metres up at to savour the refined style of the the top of the Gâtebourse Tower www.martell.com/en-ww/indigo-martell which houses the Fondation, it of-

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“Vignobles & Découvertes”, the national wine tourism label in France, has managed French oenotourism since 2009. It is attributed to each territory and lasts 3 years. Partners displaying the “Vignobles & Découvertes” label have to meet certain requirements: a high quality of reception in French or in a foreign language, special wine knowledge and a desire to share, tradition as well as an openness to natural, cultural and human heritage. The label makes it easier to find accommodation in vineyard regions, as well as restaurants that offer set menus suggesting wine pairings, or menus featuring local produce and even wine producers offering tours. There is also a wide variety of remarkable heritage sites, activities and events on offer, giving you the chance to discover regional jems and the local know-how.

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Two annual events labeled « Vi- THE OLERON AGRICULTURAL gnobles & Découvertes » focus on DAYS THE MUSIC FESTIVAL the Oleron Vineyard, giving visibility to the destination and the collective with animations, farm visits, scree- in Pierre Loti country, with a generous « Vignobles & Découvertes » brand. nings and a gastronomic meal and original program of classic music www.vignoble-ile-oleron.fr/les-parte- From 18 to 23 march 2020 naires/les-evenements/les-journees- www.festival-mppl.com agricoles-de-lile-doleron/ Tel. 05 46 47 24 68

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THE OLERON BIKETOUR NOVOTEL THALASSA OLÉRON CAVES DES VIGNERONS D’OLÉ- RON The Oleron BikeTour has also de- Enjoy a relaxing break at the Novo- cided to capitalize on both public, tel Thalassa Île d’Oléron hotel. Grouped within the island’s coo- winemakers and labeled restau- Its exceptional setting on the beach perative cellar, the Oleron wine- rants enthusiasm with this walk in and rooms with sea or forest views growers produce wines, Pineaux the vineyard. welcome you for your family vaca- and Cognacs 100% Oleron made. The races will alternately be or- tion or a romantic weekend of tha- The AGRICONFIANCE® certifica- ganized: in the north of the island, lassotherapy. tion in local wine guarantees the where most of the vineyards and Enjoy wellness and seawater treat- tracability of production and the labeled cellars are located, on the ments at the spa or take a bike ride. wine-growing follow-up. Taste, style vine growing and winemaking the- For team building activities, the and aromas personalize each wine me, the following year in the sou- meeting rooms overlooking the variety. th, where can be found many heri- ocean will help you to discover new Today, the cellar gathers fifty coo- tage sites and restaurants of the horizons. perative winegrowers whose vines partnership network, on the theme For a revitalizing stay or week of are located from north to south of of gastronomic alliance seafood / relaxation, reap the benefits of the the island on a wide variety of soils. local wines. ocean at Novotel. It is a wide range of aromas that, www.accorhotels.com/fr/ho- once gathered in the cellars, makes tel-0417-novotel-thalassa-ole- it possible to prepare a wide choice ron-saint-trojan/index.shtml of expressive wines, Pineaux des Charentes and Cognac that are re- presentative of Oleron. www.vignoble-ile-oleron.fr/les-par- tenaires/les-caves/cave-des-vigne- rons-doleron/

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www.nouvelle-aquitaine-tourisme.com www.nouvelle-aquitaine-tourisme.com 25 VINEYARDS LABELED «VIGNOBLES ET DÉCOUVERTES» Pays de Bergerac A proud city standing on the banks of doors ... and don’t forget to take a And you’ll be happy to know that it’s the Dordogne, with majestic barges stroll along the quays. free! that bring the river to life every day, And what about the wines of … and all around Bergerac… a beautiful Renaissance city centre Bergerac - Duras? At the Maison and ... the ghost of Cyrano who The vineyards offer a wonderful des Vins you’ll find out everything never stuck his big nose in here! range of wines made up of 5 colours you want to know. The location That’s Bergerac. It is surrounded by and 17 AOC (appellations d’origine alone is worth the detour: a 17th undulating vineyards, sumptuous contrôlée) and a feast for the sens- century residence built around a castles and old farmhouses that are es. Monbazillac, pécharmant, sau- wooden cloister and bricks - the still full of life. Welcome to the Pays ssignac, robust reds, fruity rosés, Cloister of the Récollets. Here you de Bergerac, which has retained a sweet whites ... Every tasting will will find out everything there is to special feel and way of life. include a range of flavours and aro- know about the 17 appellations that mas, brought to life by passionate A little tour of Bergerac ... In the make up the wine-growing region winegrowers. Why not enjoy a walk labyrinth of streets and squares, of Bergerac - Duras. And your new- in the vineyards, a rendez-vous in each one as charming as the found oenological knowledge will the cool of a cellar or a bite to eat next, look upwards to admire half- be complemented by a tasting with with an accompanying bottle of timbering, lancet windows, intricate explanations from the House team. wine?

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BACHELOR TESTING AT DO- DOMAINE DU BOUT DU MONDE MAINE DE GRANGE NEUVE BLENDING WORKSHOP

A private tour that’s both cultural and Have you always dreamed of educational with a more serious look experiencing a day in the life of an at the world of wine ... but punctuated oenologist? So, take part in this by more light-hearted and fun sporting, workshop and discover the magic sensory and intellectual challenges to of the blending process. After an test the wine-loving predispositions introduction to the tasting process, of the participants. At the end of the you will taste our different grape visit you can enjoy a tasting of the varieties separately, determine wines from the estate, accompanied your preferences and then, using a by a winegrower’s snack made up of graduated test tube, you will create local products. About 2.5 hours, prior your own vintage ... and take it home booking only. Price: from €15/person with you! (minimum 4 people). €30/person - Duration: 2.5 hours Tel. : +33 (0)5 53 58 42 23 Prior booking only (N.B: maximum of www.grangeneuve.fr/ 15 people). Tuesdays and Wednesdays at 10:30 in Costes (24240 Ribagnac). Mondays and Fridays at 10:30 in Pissot (24380 Creyssensac and Pissot). domaineduboutdumonde.com

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ESCAPE GAME CHÂTEAU DU In and among the treasure hide HAUT PEZAUD Poï’z, little characters with a strong character, in the form of badges to A bottle of wine has been stolen from collect. For us, it’s Zalambic, the the Château du Haut-Pezaud. The imaginary being that reminds us of thief was disturbed while making the theme of this 2.4 km walk. This his escape and hastily hid the bottle small hike is ranked “2 out of 5” for the in the vineyards. You have 1.5 hours difficulty of the terrain and the level of before he comes back to retrieve it. If the puzzles to solve. Our itinerary is you manage to find it in time, you can particularly suitable for families but take it with you! TERRA AVENTURA DOMAINE not accessible to strollers. This traditional escape game is set DU SIORAC You access this 100% free activity via in the maze of vineyards so you can a smartphone and it’s accessible 365 explore the vineyards as you collect Tèrra Aventura is a game that leads days a year. To play, just download the the clues, solve the puzzles and you on a discovery of the region’s app on a smartphone via Google Play hopefully find the bottle of stolen rich and natural heritage, a treasure or App Store, or get yourself a route wine. hunt that takes you on a fun and map. educational adventure. Price: €25 for 2 adults including 1 www.domainedusiorac.fr bottle of wine. Then €5 per additional In the Bergerac region, the tour of the person (prices from 10 years+). Group Domaine du Siorac, the first tour of of 10 people maximum. If there are an independent winemaker, takes you more than 10 people, two groups will on a discovery of a hidden treasure in be formed, unless it’s a family with the heart of our 29-hectare vineyard, children. certified organic and accredited as When: having “High Environmental Value”. Only by reservation at : Our tour, called “Little wine-making +33 (0)6 70 75 56 72 problems”, is strewn with wine and www.chateau-du-haut-pezaud.com wine-making themed puzzles to solve, along with puzzles about the importance of biodiversity in the wine- making profession.

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CHÂTEAU MICHEL DE MONTAIGNE A 14th century historical monument where Michel de Montaigne liked to meditate, think and write his Essays.

DOMAINE DE L’ETANG DE BAZANGE One of the most charming campsites in the Dordogne! A warm welcome and unique lodgings between forest, fishing lake and aqua pool.

JAZZ IN A WINE CELLAR Jazz concerts throughout the year, in locations that are steeped in history and in close collaboration with the re- gion’s vineyards.r

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The Jurançon is situated in the Béarn, place from September to December. vard des Pyrénées in Pau, you have in the department of the Pyrénées-At- The typical aromas of the Jurançon a great view of the Pyrenees - blue lantiques, between Biarritz and wines offer peach, pear and white or white depending on the season. Lourdes, just a few kilometres from flowers, vanilla and honey. The colour As the Jurançon wine area is further the City of Pau. is a gentle amber. The wines make south than Pau, you really are in the The wine entered into history with the perfect accompaniment to foie- foothills and the views are breathta- Henri IV. Indeed, in 1553, this future gras and smoked salmon, but also to king: the Pic du Midi d’Ossau, a cirque King of France was baptised at the all the specialties of the South West planted with vines... Get your walking Chateau of Pau with a drop of Juran- region. shoes on! There are a great many çon, beginning a royal tradition. Here you won’t find large chateaux to hiking circuits on offer, as well as It is one of the few appellations sub- visit but Domaines, the people and outings on horseback or with snows- ject to a late harvest, which some- small plots to be discovered, nestled hoes. times occurs when the first snow has in the bends of country lanes. fallen. The appellation’s festival takes Nothing but slopes! From the Boule-

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A NIGHT OUT OF THE ORDINA- Backed by forest, the cabin over- furbished with all mod-cons, an unfor- RY, AT DOMAINE LATAPY IN looks the vineyards, facing the Pyre- gettable holiday with a difference. GAN nees. From morning til night, I was Accommodating 4 to 8 people with I spent a night in unusual accommo- bathed in golden sunlight. The cabin kitchen, living area and interior beds dation in the middle of Irene’s vines. is equipped like a shepherd’s hut, a for both young and old, storage, solar Producer of organic Jurançon and little bubble in time allowing you to showers and chemical toilets for a ho- herbal teas, she loves to welcome get back to basics; nature, simple and liday in the heart of nature with ecolo- guests to this precious and protected enjoyable food and natural materials. gical touches. natural space that she has created Cabin for 2/4 people from €130 per Arnaud BANCE clinging to the side of this breathta- night. Ici, La-bas et Partout. kingly steep slope. Irene Guilhendou [email protected] Domaine Latapy www.location-combi64.fr [email protected] www.domaine-latapy.com

EXPLORE THE JURANÇON BY CAMPERVAN

For an original way to explore the Jurançon vineyards and the Béarn, I fell in love with this timeless setting, book your next holiday on board a VW a real jewel hidden amongst nature. campervan from the 1970s; fully re-

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SOUPCON EN JURANÇON OR looking for the all-important clues. winemakers the most recent additions TEMPTATIONS IN THE JURAN- Price - €19 per game box, which to this Appellation. Inspired by their ÇON includes route map, meetings and roots on the land, their method of tastings with the vignerons and a few winemaking, rooted in nature, Take part in this concept game-in-a- little presents to help your to better produces authentic and balanced box and discover the Jurancon and discover and appreciate the Jurançon. wines. its winegrowers by following either, The Coeur de Béarn Tourist Office Le Sacre visit - Guided tours of or both, of 2 mystery tours. Come [email protected] the vineyard and tastings of both and solve the mystery that everyone sweet and dry wines. (1h30 by prior http//soupconenJurançon.com is talking about whilst discovering the arrangement) 6€/adult flagship producers of this wonderful Guided walk amongst the vines, tour LE BOIS SACRE, LUCQ DE white wine. of the farm and the cellar, with wine BÉARN Circuit 1: Murder mystery in Lucq de and cheese tastings. Béarn. Solve 4 clues whilst visiting 4 Homemade sirop tasting available for Just outside the village of Lucq de vignerons. children. Circuit 2; A mysterious theft at the Béarn sits Le Bois Sacre, home of Quartier Cap du Layou auctions, Solve 6 clues visiting 6 the Saint Martin family for several 64360 LUCQ-DE-BÉARN vignerons. centuries. Today, the 5th generation Armed with your route map and your of the family have taken over and [email protected] case, spend the day exploring the produced the first vintage of their www.bois-sacre.fr vineyards meeting the vignerons and wines in 2015, making the 2 young

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BOUTIQUE B&B - DOMAINE MA- RIMPOEY, MONEIN Marie Claude and Santiago wel- come you in a large 17th century Béarnaise building. In the mornings, enjoy your breakfast on the terrace looking over the Pyrenees. 40 Chemin Marimpoey 64360 MONEIN [email protected] www.marimpoey.fr

L’AUBERGE DES ROSES, MONEIN Located on the edge of the forest at the entrance to Monein, a Béarnais village in the heart of the Jurançon wine region, L’Auberge des Roses is a restaurant awarded ‘Maitre Res- and old will want to solve the clues- of Pau and just 5 minutes from its taurateur’ status. they will encounter, with the help of centre, you will find this long-esta- digital tablets provided by the team. blished haven of peace, an essential Quartier Loupien meeting place for lovers of fine food Domaine du Cinquau 64360 MONEIN and wines. [email protected] Chemin Cinquau www.aubergesdesroses.com 64230 Artiguelouve Castel du Pont d’Oly [email protected] 2 Avenue Rauski www.cinquau.fr DOMAINE DE CINQUAU, ARTI- RN 134 GUELOUVE 64110 Jurançon LE CASTEL DU PONT D’OLY, Come and experience a modern and +33 (0)5 59 06 13 40 HOTEL AND RESTAURANT interactive discovery trail. Young [email protected] Situated in Jurançon, at the gateway www.hotel-restaurant-pau.com

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Nouvelle-Aquitaine is a land of Continuing towards the Corrèze you Tursan will be appreciated after a day vineyards. All the areas of the will be enveloped by the sweetness at the beach. territory leave a place for the vine in of the «straw» wine, the authenticity their landscape, both for prestigious and rusticity of the reds and rosés appellations and for the most of the Vézère hillside, produced on a confidential, delicious and authentic centuries-old vine. ones.

Near the Spanish border, the Béarn and the Basque Country make it Entering the region from the north the possible to go on long and beautiful red wines of Haut Poitou and the IGP hikes in the Pyrenees and to regain vins de Loire, fragrant and fruity wines your strength by tasting the cheeses welcome you a few miles away from of sheep and cows, the black pork the châteaux of the Loire Valley. Further south, a cruise on the Garonne meats of Bigorre accompanied by a and Baïse is the ideal opportunity to pretty red from Irouléguy or Madiran. discover the robust wines of the côte de Marmandais and Buzet, which perfectly match the local cuisine. Bon appétit The arrival in the Landes forest brings us to the production area of Armagnac, a spirit blessed by the and gods. In the evening a cool glass of santé!

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Vins de Buzet Côtes du Armagnac and

CROISIÈRE SUR LA BAÏSE Marmandais Tursan In Lot-et-Garonne, the river port LA MAISON DES GENS DE GA- DOMAINE DE SENGRESSE IN of Buzet-sur-Baïse is located on RONNE SOUPROSSE the Canal de Garonne, halfway between Bordeaux and . South of Marmande, in Cou- Domaine de Sengresse is a XVIIth Nearby, a double lock allows you thures-sur-Garonne, start with a Century Maison de Maitre offering to go down to the Baïse river, way unique show, moving and authentic luxury accommodation in a rela- towards Gascony in the south, the testimony of the life of the People tively undiscovered corner of South Garonne river to travel a few kilo- of Gascony, with the option of a ri- Western France. The main house meters to reach the Lot in the nor- ver trip in summer with the Gascony offers four Chambre d’hote rooms. th. Aquitaine Navigation is located lifeguards. Experience the fluctua- Set in a park and garden of about at this crossroads, with access to tions of the river and witness the three hectares, Sengresse is set in 200 km of waterways. From April to unique links which connect people the heart of the Landes countryside October, take one of its well-equip- from here to Dame Garonne. only minutes from the River Adour, ped boats for a weekend or longer An unusual, interactive show with yet only 1 hour from Biarritz and stay (terrace barge, with sliding bay, the use of sophisticated techno- Pau or 1 ½ from Bordeaux. double pilotage, kitchen, heated logy – hydraulic terraces, rises in www.sengresse.com/indexeng. swimming pool, etc.). A reception the water level, odorama – enter- php?lang=eng team will make sure to introduce tains you for 45 mins with anec- you to the piloting of the boat and dotes and twists, to the rhythm of DOMAINE D’ESPERANCE IN to prepare your cruise in complete the unpredictable waters of a river MAUVEZIN D’ARMAGNAC freedom. From lock to lock, en- which must be fought and tamed. Situated on a hillside in Bas-Arma- joy a fashionable holiday! On site, A model of the floods in Garonne gnac, on the border between the also rent your bicycles to go on the and since 2010, a new 3D show to and Landes regions, Domaine Green Route of the Canal des Deux complete the visit. d’Espérance was bought by Jean- Mers. +33 (0)5 53 64 44 44 Louis and Claire de Montesquiou www.valdegaronne.com [email protected] in 1990. Since when they have res- +33 (0)5 53 84 72 50 tored the estate, already renowned www.aquitaine-navigation.com for its Grand Cru Armagnac, and www.nicols.com/croisiere-fluviale/ developed a distinguished range of france/location-bateau-aquitaine wines. They created also a cooking school. www.armagnac-esperance.com/home

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Irouléguy Madiran Corrèze

HOTEL RESTAURANT CHEZ KATINA CHÂTEAU DE MASCARAÀS DENOIX DISTILLERY 4 generations are already attached to Entirely listed historical monument (Brive-la-Gaillarde) this establishment in a typical Basque (including exterior and all the in- Delicious alcoholic drinks, part of house. Friendliness, simplicity, and re- terior). Built during the 16th and our culinary heritage, can be dis- spect of the products are heir motto. 17th centuries, it still has authentic covered at the Denoix Distillery, www.bearn-basquecountry.com/prac- 18th century decoration. Visit the installed in the heart of Brive since tical-info/detail/?tid=RESAQU064F- dozen or so used rooms, entirely 1839. Apéritifs and liqueurs based S001HC#googtrans(fr|en) furnished with 17th and 18th cen- on walnuts and red fruits grown tury pieces and works of art dating MAISON PIERRE OTEIZA locally, macerated, distilled and from the 15th to 18th centuries. blended with fine Armagnac or Discover the Basque breed of pork, its The library boasts ancient leather- Cognac are made, along with La history, its breeding in Maison Oteiza. bound books, rare editions and in- Moutarde Violette de Brive (a mild, Their cooked meats are a reference for cunabula engravings. Mythological the all the meat enthusiasts, thanks to tasty mustard flavoured with grape their Kintoa ham crowned by Protected living room. Fully-equipped country must). The same equipment, meth- designation of origin. Enjoy it with a kitchen. His Lordship’s bedroom ods, recipes and ingredients as in glass of Irouleguy (with gothic sculptures) and the the 19th C. are still used - and the www.bearn-basquecountry.com/prac- Marchioness’ romantic bird’s cage. results are every bit as good as tical-info/detail/?tid=DEGAQU064FS- Béarnais room with a large collec- then ! 0001R#googtrans(fr|en) tion of 18th century Béarnais furni- www.denoix.fr ture. The chateau is situated in the middle of a 20-hectare park, on top of a fortified hill. Historic 25-hectare park compri- sing bordered French plots, Engli- sh-style park, vegetable gardens, orchards, flower gardens, house vine, horse fields, woods with Best Of horse-riding tracks, +33 (0)5 59 04 92 60 [email protected]

Haut Poitou

After a visit of the famous «châ- teaux» of the Loire Valley or a visit of the famous parc «the futuros- cope» take some time to enjoy the local gastronomy in one of this tru michelin starred restaurant... along with a good glass of wine of course.

Les Archives à Poitiers www.lesarchives.fr/

L’Auberge du Centre-Poitou à Coulombiers www.centre-poitou.com/

Le Lucullus à Montmorillon www.hoteldefrance-lelucullus.fr/

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Gironde Tourisme Sophie Gaillard Johanna Renaux Romain Bertrand Bordeaux tourism board +33(0)6 48 04 99 14 Head of wine tourism & agritourism unit Wine tourism Manager [email protected] +33 (0)5 56 48 68 15 +33 (0)5 56 00 66 25 www.bordeaux-graves-sauternes.com [email protected] [email protected] www.bordeauxwinetrip.com www.bordeaux-tourisme.com

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Anaïs Jouault Sabine Valadié Fabrice Fatin +33(0)5 57 55 28 20 Entre-deux-Mers Maison du Tourisme et du Vin de Pauillac [email protected] +33 (0)5 56 61 82 73 +33 (0)5 56 59 03 08 www.saintemiliontourisme.com [email protected] [email protected] www.entredeuxmers.com/oenotourisme www.pauillac-medoc.com Béatrice Neotti +33(0)5 57 55 15 04 Lucie Jourdain www.medoc-atlantique.com [email protected] Cadillac & Podensac www.tourisme-libournais.com +33 (0)5 56 62 12 92 [email protected] www.tourisme-castillonpujols.fr www.cadillac-tourisme.com www.tourisme-fronsadais.com

MORE ABOUT THE BORDEAUX WINE COGNAC OLÉRON ISLAND ROUTES IN BLAYE & BOURG

Céline Cibat Stéphane MORAND Oleron Vineyard site (only in French) : +33 (0)5 57 42 12 09 International Manager www.vignoble-ile-oleron.fr [email protected] + 33 (0)5 46 31 71 77 Tourist Office www.tourisme-blaye.com + 33 (0)6 73 69 50 65 [email protected] www.oleron-island.com/discover/local- gastronomy/wine-production www.tourisme.bourg-en-gironde.fr Cécile VISCHETTI www.tourisme-cotes-de-bourg.com International Coordinator Charentes Tourisme + 33 (0)5 45 69 06 68 Stéphane MORAND + 33 6 68 17 20 96 International Manager [email protected] + 33 (0)5 46 31 71 77 + 33 6 73 69 50 65 www.atlantic-cognac.com [email protected]

Delphine Boyer Cécile Chartier Development Manager Press [email protected] [email protected] +33 (0)5 45 36 47 35 Krystyna Roy cognacetapes.com/en/ Commercial / Groups [email protected]

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Guénaëlle Né Cédric Faivre-Rampant Jérôme Fillol [email protected] Pau Pyrénées tourism board +33 (0)5 53 66 01 85 www.vignoblesetdecouvertes-bergerac. [email protected] Actour 47 fr www.pau-pyrenees.com [email protected]

Micheline Morissonneau Delphine Vallart Jérémie Hache CDT Dordogne Coeur de Béarn tourism board +33 (0)5 53 65 27 75 Promotion – Press [email protected] Director +33 (0)5 53 35 50 05 www.coeurdebearn.com Albret tourism board [email protected] [email protected] Armelle Barthés-Cazal Ingeniery - Development albret-tourisme.com/ +33 (0)5 59 46 52 48 +33 (0)6 72 96 94 72 [email protected] www.bearn-pyrenees.tourisme64.com/

CÔTE DU MARMANDAIS ARMAGNAC - TURSAN IROULEGUY

Jérôme Fillol www.landes-holidays.com Martine Mainhaguet +33 (0)5 53 66 01 85 Wine tourism manager Actour 47 Karine Lux [email protected] [email protected]​ [email protected] www.cave-irouleguy.com/fr/ Marie-Carmen Zecchin Office de tourisme du Val de Garonne Armelle Barthés-Cazal +33 (05)5 58 03 40 31 Philippe MARMIESSE Ingénierie - Développement [email protected] Director +33 (0)5 59 46 52 48 www.tourisme-landesdarmagnac.fr/ +33 (0)5 53 64 44 44 +33 (0)6 72 96 94 72 [email protected] Virginie Masson-Pelegry [email protected] www.bearn-pyrenees.tourisme64.com/ www.valdegaronne.com/ Director +33 (0)5 58 76 34 64 [email protected] www.landes-chalosse.com

MADIRAN HAUT POITOU THE CORREZE

Aurélie Moulié Agence Touristique de la Vienne www.tourismecorreze.com/en Syndicat mixte du tourisme des cantons Groups de LEMBEYE et de GARLIN + 33 (0)5 49 37 48 58 Pascal Breuil +33 (0)5 59 68 28 78 [email protected] Service commercial [email protected] www.tourisme-vienne.com Agence de Développement Touristiques www.tourisme-vicbilh.fr/ de la Corrèze +33 (0)5 55 29 58 67 Armelle Barthés-Cazal [email protected] Ingénierie - Développement +33 (0)5 59 46 52 48 Gilles BERGEAL +33 (0)6 72 96 94 72 Press [email protected] +33 (0)5 55 29 98 72 www.bearn-pyrenees.tourisme64.com/ +33 (0)6 40 36 49 62 [email protected]

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