Day in AOP Bandol wines from Saint-Tropez
Mainly made from mourvèdre, the wines from Bandol are among the most famous in the world,

From the Gulf of Saint-Tropez (...) your driver-guide will take you to discover the world-famous wines of the historic Bandol appellation (day trip approx. 8h/9h depending on departure point). Discover 3 wine estates, including one where you can enjoy an authentic picnic at the winery. Up to 8 people in a comfortable air-conditioned minivan.

Fine vintages and exceptional wines,

 

Bandol wines owe their name to this small port nestling in the hills. It was here that barrels were loaded for export. Bandol is now also famous for its marina. An internationally renowned seaside resort with excellent road and air links, Bandol is ideally situated between Marseille and the Gulf of Saint-Tropez.

From the Gulf of Saint-Tropez at your home or hotel, as well as from Canadel sur mer, Rayol de Canadel, le Lavandou, Bormes les Mimosas or Hyères, your driver-guide and regional wine expert will pick you up in the early morning to begin this full-day Bandol wine discovery tour.

 

…. 1- Domaines Bunan,

 

A family story, after leaving Algeria where their grandparents were already winegrowers. In 1961, the Bunans moved from Oran to Bandol. The most significant element of this family and friendly link is that some of the workers had followed the family to France. Some of their descendants still work on the Domaines Bunan.

Between the powerful and typical traditional red Bandols, the well-balanced white Bandols and the fruity and tasty rosé Bandols, your guide will take you on a stroll through the vineyards to give you information about the terroir, followed by a tasting of 3 wines and 1 old vintage in the cellar.

…. 2- LUNCH AT A WINERY, DOMAINE SOUVIOU,

 

In a place steeped in a thousand years of history, we offer a guided historical tour of the remains of the estate’s past and its olive grove. Get up close to the vineyard and cellar, and discover the techniques involved in making wine. We then invite you to taste 5 AOP Bandol and AOP Côtes de Provence wines (selected by your guide). You’ll also be able to taste 3 olive oils from their production, accompanied by a few povençal toasts (approx. 1h30).

You’ll then enjoy an authentic lunch (1h) on site (outdoors or, in case of bad weather, on their sheltered terrace). A “authentic formula”* will be offered, consisting of: a cold meats and cheeses platter, salad of the day, pissaladière and dessert of the day (*variable according to season). 1 Bottle for 4 people included, selected by your guide.

…. 3- LAST STOP ON THE WAY,

 

Finish the day with a visit to Château Croix d’Allons or Domaine de Terrebrune. This 9-hour wine tour ends with a final visit and tasting of 3 to 4 wines/person with your driver-guide. A wonderful day in the wine world awaits you on this wine tour to Bandol.

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