No visit to Château Bélingard is complete without a visit to its terrace for a spectacular view of the vines: what could be more romantic than watching the sunset in such a stunning setting?

Your visit continues indoors, with a visit of the family home to explore its history and that of its Monbazillac and Bergerac terroir. The château’s long history is reflected in its name, derived from the Celtic ‘belen garten’ – the garden of Beleen – the god of sun and war. Walk in the footsteps of Celtic druids as you wander down a path to a mysterious rock carved into the shape of a 3,000 year old sacrificial altar.

Returning to the present day, head for the terrace to contemplate the stunning view, or in the summertime enjoy a platter of cheese and charcuterie to the sound of music. Guided tours are also available for those keen to learn more about winemaking and wine, with a guided tasting included. Or for a more hi-tech approach, explore the château’s history and discover how its wines are made with the aid of a touch screen tablet. On loan from the château, this device reacts to interpretation panels along a discovery trail.

Push open the door to an independent wine estate and explore this passionate metier and its unique lifestyle — an entire philosophy, you might say!

Meet an independent winegrower in the flesh and spend a cordial moment together.

The independent winemakers invite you behind the scenes of their estates so you can explore the hidden treasures of their vines, either on a day excursion or over a weekend.

The winemakers will be happy to take you into their very special world, sharing their experience with you, as well as introducing their profession, working environment, facilities and wines in a very wide-ranging programme!