If you are planning to travel to the south of France in the near future, think about including a trip to one of the vineyards of the 60 winegrowers in the "Ctes de Provence" region. A small, yet beautiful area, it takes in the departments of the Var and part of the Bouches-du-Rhne.
Indigo sky, azure sea and miles of sandy white beaches are the signature of an area that will welcome you with the beauty of limestone cliffs, ancient villages and miles of sharp, scented pine trees that not only provides shelter but heighten the feeling of tranquility with crystal clear lakes and lazy, winding rivers.
Whichever accommodation you choose, from bustling, crowded cityscapes complete with modern conveniences to a old world country house filled with 17th and 18th century antiques, Provence will fill your days with sunshine and warmth, and your nights with lush vegetation scented with jasmine, wild thyme and lavender.
The Mediterranean Sea is a place of breathtaking beauty with an abundance of tourist attractions from Cannes, Nice and other places in and around the French Riviera. Many companies have traditional wine tours, yet many tourists will go no further, and often overlook Provence
2600 years ago, Phoenicians came to France and built the first of many vineyards to honor their god, Bacchus who is the god of wine. A legacy was left behind, that of full-bodied wines that possess a fullness and sparkle as rich as the vineyards they are grown in.
Provence, like all places in the Mediterranean, is bursting with warm, friendly people who have spontaneity of life and a "joie de vivre." It doesn't take long to discover that these master oenologists or winemakers are more than happy to introduce you to their wine cellars and wines that have made them famous as well as share a bit of history about the region.
If you have luck on your side, your host will be in a generous and share some of the tightly held secrets of blending food with the correct wine to create some that most French winegrowers have a passion for.
Winemaking all throughout France is a serious business. It is the same in Provence where winegrowers have won awards and the prestigious "AOC" designation (Appellation d'Origine Controlee) on their bottles of wines. This is one of the highest awards available in French winegrowing, and it guarantees the buyer that the wine is an appellation wine. Winegrowers must pass tests and rigorous inspections.
It is a coveted award bestowed only by the Ministry of Agriculture in Paris and is a truly a prestigious title of an AOC labeled wine.
From that first delicious sip, you will find that the Ctes de Provence winegrowers are expert in their field fully utilizing time-honored methods and harvesting techniques in making their wines. The winegrowers who live in the south of France respect the soil, climate and the diversity of the grapes that goes into making a quality tasting wine.
Provence is located in the heart of winemaking country. The "Maison des Ctes de Provence" makes an excellent selection of appellation wines.
You must throw away your concerns about a widening waistband and wallet as you visit one of the best restaurants in the south of France, one of many called "Bacchus Gourmand" where you will be delighted by real Provencal cuisine accompanied by the perfect selection of Ctes de Provence wine.
After sampling a delicious homemade meal at one of the quaint cafes tucked away on the narrow streets of any village, your host or chef will delight in recommending a wine to accompany your dinner.
During your tour you can arrange to take a wine tasting course at one of the vineyards where you will learn a complete understanding of wine: its robe (color), its bouquet (perfume), its body (strength) and everything you need to know about service, conservation etc.
Provence has some of the most wonderful vineyards and wineries, where you can take an experience of a lifetime with you back home as you savor Provence wines. - 15359
Indigo sky, azure sea and miles of sandy white beaches are the signature of an area that will welcome you with the beauty of limestone cliffs, ancient villages and miles of sharp, scented pine trees that not only provides shelter but heighten the feeling of tranquility with crystal clear lakes and lazy, winding rivers.
Whichever accommodation you choose, from bustling, crowded cityscapes complete with modern conveniences to a old world country house filled with 17th and 18th century antiques, Provence will fill your days with sunshine and warmth, and your nights with lush vegetation scented with jasmine, wild thyme and lavender.
The Mediterranean Sea is a place of breathtaking beauty with an abundance of tourist attractions from Cannes, Nice and other places in and around the French Riviera. Many companies have traditional wine tours, yet many tourists will go no further, and often overlook Provence
2600 years ago, Phoenicians came to France and built the first of many vineyards to honor their god, Bacchus who is the god of wine. A legacy was left behind, that of full-bodied wines that possess a fullness and sparkle as rich as the vineyards they are grown in.
Provence, like all places in the Mediterranean, is bursting with warm, friendly people who have spontaneity of life and a "joie de vivre." It doesn't take long to discover that these master oenologists or winemakers are more than happy to introduce you to their wine cellars and wines that have made them famous as well as share a bit of history about the region.
If you have luck on your side, your host will be in a generous and share some of the tightly held secrets of blending food with the correct wine to create some that most French winegrowers have a passion for.
Winemaking all throughout France is a serious business. It is the same in Provence where winegrowers have won awards and the prestigious "AOC" designation (Appellation d'Origine Controlee) on their bottles of wines. This is one of the highest awards available in French winegrowing, and it guarantees the buyer that the wine is an appellation wine. Winegrowers must pass tests and rigorous inspections.
It is a coveted award bestowed only by the Ministry of Agriculture in Paris and is a truly a prestigious title of an AOC labeled wine.
From that first delicious sip, you will find that the Ctes de Provence winegrowers are expert in their field fully utilizing time-honored methods and harvesting techniques in making their wines. The winegrowers who live in the south of France respect the soil, climate and the diversity of the grapes that goes into making a quality tasting wine.
Provence is located in the heart of winemaking country. The "Maison des Ctes de Provence" makes an excellent selection of appellation wines.
You must throw away your concerns about a widening waistband and wallet as you visit one of the best restaurants in the south of France, one of many called "Bacchus Gourmand" where you will be delighted by real Provencal cuisine accompanied by the perfect selection of Ctes de Provence wine.
After sampling a delicious homemade meal at one of the quaint cafes tucked away on the narrow streets of any village, your host or chef will delight in recommending a wine to accompany your dinner.
During your tour you can arrange to take a wine tasting course at one of the vineyards where you will learn a complete understanding of wine: its robe (color), its bouquet (perfume), its body (strength) and everything you need to know about service, conservation etc.
Provence has some of the most wonderful vineyards and wineries, where you can take an experience of a lifetime with you back home as you savor Provence wines. - 15359
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