The vineyards of Château Minuty overlook the Gulf of Saint-Tropez, and it is here, in what is an extraordinary setting, that François and Jean-Étienne Matton have been keeping the family's winemaking expertise alive for three generations.

This remarkable domain is known for the burgeoning success of its rosé wines and, more generally, its Côtes de Provence. The estate has recently completely renovated its cellar so that it can welcome visitors in a modern, feel-good environment. Like the cuvées it contains, the brand-new tasting cellar exudes elegance and harmony. It is divided into a space dedicated to wine tasting and buying, and a vinothèque – a "library of wines" – where the vintages of the last twenty years are on display.

Minuty is a genuine temple to Provencal wine-growing and is the ideal place to discover some of the region's iconic crus!

"Caborde" is one of the names given to the drystone huts that are dotted across Jura's vineyards and which once served as warehouses and shelters. La Carborde is also the name of the Orbagna wine-growing region, which invites you to find out all about the winemaker's expertise and the local terroir.

La Caborde offers a multi-faceted tour that welcomes visitors all year round, with 5,000 m² devoted to exploring wine. There is a special area for tastings, a craft shop, exhibition and screening rooms and a panoramic terrace showcasing Jura's wine and gastronomic heritage.

There's also something for children, with outdoor treasure hunts and other fun-packed activities in the large family picnic area. In addition to the on-site activities, La Caborde is also the starting point for 12 marked hiking trails that will lead you across the most beautiful footpaths in the vineyard.

The Château de Béru, nestled in the heart of Burgundy, is home to 15 hectares of biodynamic vineyards. The old stables of this magnificent family estate are converted into a pop-up bar every year, where you'll be given a warm welcome.

In the grounds of this listed, Renaissance-style monument, you can take part in tastings that will help you discover the great diversity of Béru's terroirs: either by enjoying several different vintages (the Clos Béru Monopole vertical tasting) or by dipping into the same vintage from each terroir.

Jazz, soul and classical concerts are also on the agenda to liven up your summer evenings in a venue that is full of charm and history.

And, for anyone with a particular curiousity about wine, there are guided tours of the estate and guest rooms are available so you can extend your immersive experience in this unmissable Chablis vineyard.

In the 18^th century, a Champagne vintner built a family dwelling on the famous Avenue de Champagne in Epernay formerly called “Faubourg de la Folie” (“Suburb of Madness”). The house has today been completely renovated in the spirit of Maison Leclerc Briant which can be felt inside the house where there are five bedrooms, a terrace, lounges and an outdoor park.  

You will find a large room devoted to gastronomy on the ground floor, where the walls have been covered with Eldorado; a wallpaper made by the Zuber factory…a little wink to travel buffs. The wooden printing boards, made in 1848, are classified as “Historical Monuments” today.

This project contributes to the rebirth of the original history of this Champagne house as well as the passion of its first occupant for the discovery of the world.

An ambition stronger than ever…

You will also have the opportunity to discover the second annex of the Maison Leclerc Briant with a cottage, once the renovation of the Maison du Clos des Trois Clochers is completed.  This last dwelling is an expression of the rebuilding of the city of Reims after the First World War. You will then be able to enjoy a discreet and private place in the middle of the vines at Villers-Allerand.

Welcome to the village Chavignol, where the Bourgeois family invites you to share their passion at their domain that’s been nestled at the foot of the Monts Damnés hills for ten generations.

Thanks to the tastings offered in the cellar, the Sancerre terroirs will have no more secrets for you! You will also have the opportunity to participate in a guided tour of the wine storehouse.  

For the gourmets, the Bourgeois family also suggests a walk in the vineyards, along with a wine maker’s picnic. Armed with your locally sourced foodie supplies you will discover the famous Monts Damnés hills.

The Côtes Monts Damnés hotel could be a great idea to prolong your weekends to go off exploring the charms of the region, with its spacious, comfortable and elegantly decorated rooms.

To go further in the revelation of the terroirs...

From May 2018, you will have the opportunity to experience a new way of discovering the secrets of local geology and paleontology, by participating in a unique wine tourism itinerary, only two hours away from Paris!

«  Through this new concept, our aim is to satisfy the curiosity of those who are interested by this new aspect of the job. Explore the field, assimilate the forming of the landscape, get to know traces of the past, the rocks, then taste the “fossil juice”. »

Arnaud BOURGEOIS

This two hours and a half itinerary will take place in four stages, each one lasting approximately 40 minutes.

To start off, a visit to the permanent exhibit about “the Sancerre and Pays-Fort geology” will be suggested, explaining to the visitors the forming of the local landscape. A field visit will then follow, at the Garennes quarry in the municipality of Vinon, located at the foot of a vineyard. A fossil excavation session will take place afterwards, and you will be able to bring back a unique souvenir. The third stage will consist in discovering the Kimmeridgian terroirs and its “white soils”, as well as searching for other fossils of a new geological era…and finally, the visits come to an end with a wine tasting at the property, where you will get a chance to taste the famous goat cheese named “le crottin de Chavignol”.

In order to make the experience unforgettable, you will be accompanied by a “geo-guide”, and a booklet presenting the itinerary, the area and the fossils, will be given to you as well.

Vincent Léglantier, a passionate wine-grower, shares his love for his native land: the Coteaux du Sézannais and the Coteaux du Petit Morin – areas of the Champagne wine region with a great deal to offer!

Vincent Léglantier fell for the vine from an early age. The son and grandson of vine growers and winemakers, he is a native of Saudoy, in southwestern Marne and in the heart of the Champagne wine region. The Léglantier family has lived in Saudoy since 1632.

President of the local division of the Champagne Syndicat Général des Vignerons (Winegrowers Union) and the Association de Promotion des deux Coteaux (Two Coteaux Promotion Association), he is keen to point out that the latter is more than just an association of champagne producers. Its primary purpose is to promote the Coteaux du Sézannais and the Coteaux du Petit Morin, which straddle the departments of the Aube and the Marne. Here, residents, elected representatives, businesses and other partners work hand in hand to provide visitors with a wine experience of the highest quality.

One hour from Paris, the Coteaux du Petit Morin and the Coteaux du Sézannais are getaway destinations with plenty to offer...

Wine lovers will enjoy following a route designed to uncover the expertise and passion of producers from this corner of the Champagne appellation. The area’s 29 villages are also packed with a wealth of historical, architectural and natural heritage that can be explored through a variety of different walking trails.

Vincent Léglantier’s must-visit sights and destinations include:​

. the medieval city of Sézanne, classified as a Small City of Character

. the châteaux of Montmirail, Etoges and Congy

. the Mondement-Montgivroux victory monument, commemorating the battle of the Marne taxis

. the forest of Traconne

. The Marshes of Saint-Gond

A cocktail bar dedicated exclusively to cognac: this is the original and striking concept developed by two cocktail maestros, Tony Conigliaro and Guillaume Le Dorner.