In Chassors, not far from Jarnac-Charente, the Frères Moine estate is the winner of the Wine Tourism Trophies Golden Prize 2020 in the “Creative and Original Activities” category.

Yann and Gabriel Moine (Monk, in English), are two unassuming brothers committed to constantly renewing their 40-acre vineyard and maximising production. In their own words, they are driven by the desire to produce “subtle alcoholic beverages that share knowledge and bring people together. ”

Their aim? To make what is invisible, visible. To achieve this they take their visitors on a journey through the world of cognac, introducing them to the different professionals involved: stave cutter, cooper and distiller.

In addition to their cognacs, the two brothers also showcase their different Pineaux des Charentes, especially their latest creation: a pineau made using a carbonic maceration technique that produces incredible aromas. They also produce Vins de Pays, Gamay, Chenin and Colombard.

Winner of the Wine Tourism Trophies Golden Prize 2020 in the “Art and culture” category, Château L’Hospitalet is dedicated to the art of living.

Château l’Hospitalet sits in the Clape mountain range and showcases the wine estates of Gérard Bertrand. The site contains wine cellars, a hotel, a gourmet restaurant, a shop with its own tasting area and an art gallery.

In addition to the oenological workshops and guided tours and wine tasting, every Friday evening the Art de Vivre restaurant hosts a concert by local musicians, accompanied by an evening meal with matching wines. And in July, the popular Jazz à L’Hospitalet festival welcomes prestigious international artists from all over the world to play in the grounds, where aperitifs and dinner are served, as well as to the Cave à Jazz!

You will have guessed by now that the winemaker is an avid music fan. His rosé, Hampton Water, was actually awarded the Wine and Culture Wine Star Award 2019 by the Wine Enthusiast.

Winner of the Wine Tourism Trophies Golden Prize 2020 in the “Gastronomy in the vineyard” (fine dining category)

When Silvio Denz, CEO of the Lalique crystal manufacturer, bought this Premier Grand Cru Classé Sauternes back in 2014, he turned to the Swiss architect Mario Botta to create an extension with a breathtaking view of the vineyard.

In charge of the kitchen is the talented Jérôme Schilling, awarded a Michelin star in 2019 but never one to rest on his laurels. Desserts are in the hands of head pastry chef Stéphane Corolleur, who uses Sauternes as the backbone of his creations.

Adrien Cascio, the restaurant’s head sommelier, and Romain Iltis are responsible for crafting one of the 100 finest wine menus in France, awarded the Tour des Cartes trophy by Terre de Vins.

Whether it's for lunch, a tour, evening meal or to spend a night at the hotel, Château Lafaurie-Peyraguey is guaranteed to delight.

Winner of the Wine Tourism Trophies Golden Prize 2020 in the “Visit a Vineyard with the Family” category, Château Lamothe-Bergeron is experiencing its very own renaissance.

Quai Cyrano is a shop window for the region’s wines and winner of the Wine Tourism Trophies Golden Prize 2020 in the “Promotion of a terroir” category.

La Halle Chambertin welcomes lovers of wine and biodiversity in the heart of the Route des Grands Crus de Bourgogne.

Enjoy a stunning view of Dijon’s rooftops from atop the Philippe le Bon Tower during an introductory wine workshop