Azur Wine Tours

Guided Wine Tours - Tastings - Events
in Provence and on the French Riviera

Located at the heart of a natural amphitheatre, the highly-prized Bandol wine producing area looks out over the sea. The vineyards are layered in “restanques” (man-made terraces), which cover over 3,700 acres. This special landscape is the fruit of the labours of generation after generation of local winemakers: over the course of centuries, they have sculpted the hillsides, in order to better work the vines.

The “Bandol know-how” and its wine production translates into three colours: Red, White and Rosé. Each wine bears its own distinct signature - a reflection of the producer and their methods. This particular geographical location, and diversity in topology and geology, along with the sun exposure of each plot, imparts a truly rich range of character and nuance to each wine.

This wonderful tour will totally immerse you in the refined world of the Bandol appellation, with its distinctive wines known and loved by connoisseurs all over the world.

Highlights:

+Total immersion in the appellation of Bandol – this home of Mourvèdre and a land of powerful wines.
+See three vineyards – each so different one from the other.
+Enjoy the stunning setting and photo opportunities in the landscapes of Provence.
+We’ll be tasting all three colours of Provence - Red, White and of course Rosé…along with a few other little tasty surprises.
+Tips on wine tasting, wine service, and on how to best pair food and wine, throughout the day.

9 – 9.30 am: Departure from our meeting point.

10 - 10:30 am: Visit the first vineyard. This estate is hidden amongst the hills of Bandol, at the heart of this stunning natural setting. It produces complex and fine wines, mirroring the beauty of the location, and all the while respecting the values of this exceptional environment.

After a short masterclass, in which you’ll learn the basics of wine tasting, we’ll take you on a walk through the vines and give you a guided tour of the cellars. You will also get to taste some of the best recent vintages.

12:30 pm: Lunch on the estate or at the restaurant "Maitre Restaurateur".

2:30 pm: Visit the second vineyard. This estate exclusively supplies a selection of the very best restaurants in the world. The setting is sublime and typically ‘bandolais’ with its vines layered on the “restanque” terraces.

We will explore together the vineyard, the winery and the cellars. You’ll then get chance to have a private tasting of some of the estate’s very special wines in the tasting cellar.

4 pm: Visit the third vineyard. At this amazing property, with a real human story, you’ll discover how three sisters made their dream come true, by creating this unique estate at the heart of the Bandol wine region, overlooking the sea! Unforgettable……

6 pm: Return to our point of departure.

(This programme may be altered depending on the timing of the harvest and vinification)

1 to 4 pers. : €750 per group

5 to 8 pers. : add €95 per person

All prices are fully inclusive of French TVA (VAT/Sales Tax)

For groups over 8 people, please contact us

Includes:

• Pick up and drop off at your private address/hotel/marina
• Return transport in an air-conditionned, comfortable minivan
• Your expert wine guide with you all day
• Entrance fees
• Tasting fees and wine
• Bottled water

Excludes:

• Lunch (budget around €25 per person)
• Personal expenditure
• Any tips for your guide.