From the cellars of Sainte-Victoire to the vineyards of Luberon and Var, meet the producers and find the calm of the country house in the evening.
At Domaine la Boucharde, holidays have the taste of Provence. From Trets, you are well placed to meet the winegrowers of the Arc valley, discover the terroirs of Sainte-Victoire and extend your escapades to other appellations in the region.
The vineyards of Domaine la Boucharde are cultivated by Château Grand Boise. Your stay places you in the heart of a working vineyard, with a wonderful opportunity to discover more by meeting the producers who tend our plots.
A tasting at a winery, a cellar tour, a walk between the vines or a meeting with a producer: plan your days as you please. Several estates are very close; others make an enjoyable day trip among villages, landscapes and heritage sites.
Rosés have their place, of course, but also let the producers introduce you to their whites and reds.
The times shown are estimated one-way driving times from the estate.
Start with the producers of Trets: one wine cooperative and three estates introduce you to the wines of our region, just a few minutes from the country house.
Trets · approximately 10–15 min
Founded in 1914, the Trets wine cooperative welcomes you to discover its white, rosé and red wines. A lovely introduction to the Sainte-Victoire terroir, complemented by the winegrowers’ trail starting at the winery.
Trets · approximately 10–20 min
A high altitude vineyard facing Sainte-Victoire, with plots surrounded by nature on the heights of Trets. The estate offers tastings and visits by appointment: contact them to prepare your discovery.
Trets · approximately 10–20 min
A Sainte-Victoire estate where you can discover the wines in the cellar and discuss food and wine pairings. Tours of the estate are also offered: find out more to organize your visit.
Trets · approximately 15–25 min
Between Sainte-Victoire and the Aurelian Mountains, an address to discover the wines of the Arc valley in three colors. Contact the cellar to find out about reception and tasting conditions.
Four nearby ideas combining encounters, scenery and conviviality. Check dates, programmes and registration with the organisers for the year of your stay.
Around Sainte-Victoire · autumn meeting
A day of discovery of cellars and estates, with a team tour and puzzles. A fun way to meet winegrowers and explore the villages of the appellation. The circuits and registration procedures are announced by the association.
Trets · permanent walk with free access
A walk through the vineyards and heritage of the upper Arc valley, facing Sainte-Victoire. Educational signs explain the work of the winegrowers. This is a permanent trail to explore at your own pace, rather than an event on a fixed date.
Trets · summer evenings · approximately 15–25 min
The Jas Monges estate offers summer aperitifs in the vineyards, at the foot of Sainte-Victoire. Music, food and scenery make up a friendly evening close to your accommodation. Check the dates and book with the estate.
Puyloubier · summer evenings · approximately 20–30 min
Summer evenings at Pavillon MiP combine music, food trucks and estate wines, with Sainte-Victoire as a backdrop. Enjoy the last light of the day among the vines; programmes and booking arrangements vary by edition.
Eight nearby wineries offer a first encounter with the region’s wines, from Sainte-Victoire to Palette, without spending the whole day on the road.
Puyloubier · approximately 20–30 min
Founded in 1924, the Puyloubier wine cooperative brings together producers from the foothills of Sainte-Victoire. Discover their wines in the shop; group visits are available on request.
Pourrières · approximately 15–25 min
A family farm on the road to Trets, at the foot of Sainte-Victoire, to discover the estate's wines and the work in the cellar. Guided tours and tastings are offered by appointment: contact the producers before your visit.
Rousset · approximately 15–25 min
A stop combining wine, olive oil and activities centred on taste. Cellar tours, tastings and workshops introduce you to the estate’s expertise; guided experiences require advance booking.
Puyloubier · approximately 20–30 min
At the foot of Sainte-Victoire, the estate offers experiences around the vineyard and wines. Discover the tour and tasting options to combine landscapes and discovery of the region.
Puyloubier · approximately 20–30 min
A boutique in the heart of the vineyard to discover the Domaine des Diables vintages and the Made in Provence universe. Check the tasting conditions before your visit; Pavillon MiP events offer another way to discover the place.
Puyloubier · approximately 20–30 min
A stop at the foot of the southern slope of Sainte-Victoire to discover the estate's wines and its Provençal environment. Check out the tour and tasting options before you leave.
Meyreuil · AOC Palette · approximately 25–30 min
A historic estate in the Palette appellation, where you can discover and buy the château’s wines at the winery shop. The estate states that it does not offer individual tastings: plan this stop as a visit to the shop and check the opening arrangements before you leave.
Le Tholonet · approximately 25–30 min
At the heart of the Palette appellation, this family estate offers a view of Sainte-Victoire and welcomes visitors to discover its wines. Visits to the cellars followed by a guided tasting are also offered: book your experience with the château.
About 30 minutes to 1 hour away, expand your discoveries with cellars, gardens and places where wine meets art.
Rians · approximately 40–55 min
A cellar tour by appointment, cellars carved into the rock and an underground art gallery: Vignelaure combines wine and creativity. You can also discover the estate’s different wines at the winery shop.
Jouques · approximately 45–60 min
An estate surrounded by woodland, north of Sainte-Victoire, offering another expression of the wines of the Aix region. Get in touch to arrange a visit to the winery and check the tasting options.
Le Puy-Sainte-Réparade · approximately 45–60 min
A place to combine wine discovery, a visit to the vat room and an art and architecture tour in the vineyard. Choose a package suited to the time you have available and book the visit to the cellars.
Le Puy-Sainte-Réparade · approximately 45–60 min
Between Sainte-Victoire and Luberon, discover the Coteaux d’Aix-en-Provence wines in the cellar or during a guided tour of the cellar followed by a tasting. The freely accessible wine trail allows you to extend your discovery; book guided tours with the estate.
Pertuis · approximately 45–60 min
The winery shop and remarkable garden make a lovely combination for an outing at the foot of the Luberon. Discover the château’s wines, then enjoy the garden terraces if they are open to visitors.
Rognes · approximately 50–60 min
A country house, Coteaux d’Aix-en-Provence wines and a contemporary art center. Visits and tastings allow you to combine encounters with the region and cultural discovery; also check the exhibition calendar.
For a day trip, eight estates lie about 1–2 hours away by car. Combine a cellar visit with exploring a village or a Mediterranean landscape.
Cassis · approximately 1 hour–1 hour 15 minutes
At the foot of the Couronne de Charlemagne, discover in particular the white wines of the Cassis appellation. The château welcomes visitors for guided tastings and wine sales: check the visiting arrangements before your journey.
Cassis · approximately 1 hour–1 hour 15 minutes
A family vineyard to discover the whites of Cassis and the other wines of the Santini family. The cellar welcomes visitors for a tasting; Guided tours of the vineyard and facilities, followed by a tasting, can be booked with the estate.
Cassis · approximately 1 hr 10–1 hr 30
A historic vineyard facing the Mediterranean, in the heart of Parc national des Calanques, to discover another expression of Cassis whites. Contact the estate before your trip to find out about the reception, visit and tasting possibilities.
Le Plan du Castellet · approximately 1 hour–1 hour 20 minutes
An emblematic address to discover the wines of Bandol and the work of the Peyraud family. The cellar offers tastings; consult the experiences and reservations to deepen your discovery.
La Cadière-d’Azur · approximately 1 hr 10–1 hr 30
Terraced vines on the heights of the Bandol appellation. Tastings and cellar visits are offered by appointment: book to discover the wines and this hilly landscape.
La Cadière-d’Azur · approximately 1 hr 10–1 hr 30
A discovery of the Bandol vineyard which can combine grape varieties, winemaking, cellars and tasting. Consult the welcome packages to choose your visit and enjoy the landscape between sea and hills.
Les Arcs-sur-Argens · approximately 1 hr 10–1 hr 35
Heritage, cellars and Côtes de Provence wines come together on this estate. A guided tour by appointment introduces you to the property and cellars, followed by a tasting; the winery also welcomes visitors at its counter.
Lorgues / Flayosc · approximately 1 hr 20–1 hr 45
An excursion into the Var hinterland to discover the winemaking areas, cellars and wines of the estate. Several oenological experiences are offered upon reservation; allow time to enjoy the surroundings.
Choose one or two wineries for the day, leave time to chat and combine your visit with lunch or a walk. For guided tours, contact the estates in advance: available times depend on the season and work in the cellars.
After your outings, return to the peace of the country house and plan your next discoveries from your accommodation.
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