Beyond the Wine featured in Metro UK: “The New French Connection”
Beyond The Wine is proud to be featured in the British daily newspaper Metro UK. Journalist Amanda Cable recounts her immersion in the heart of the vineyards of the Gulf of Saint-Tropez, including wine tastings, Provençal villages, and a ride in a Citroën 2CV. This wonderful recognition shines a spotlight on wine tourism in the Var region for an international audience.
Beyond the Wine featured in Metro UK: “The New French Connection”!
Beyond The Wine is highlighted in the famous British daily newspaper Metro UK. Journalist Amanda Cable recounts her experience in a feature on the French Riviera. She also highlights our wine-tasting tour in a 2CV. This unique itinerary combines vineyards, tastings, and Provençal villages.
The journalist discovered our beautiful region during a press trip to the Var organized by our beloved department in collaboration with Golfe de Saint-Tropez Développement. This allowed her to explore the treasures of the Gulf of Saint-Tropez. Her article, published on June 22, 2026, truly invites readers to escape and was intended to show British travelers that it’s now very easy to come spend a weekend here thanks to British Airways’ new flight route (The New French Connection :)). As a result, readers discover a getaway that combines gastronomy, heritage, and the wines of Provence.
Beyond The Wine was one of the highlights of her stay, and we’re thrilled about it. We were delighted to help her discover our region in a new light.
An Immersion in the Heart of the Vineyards of the Gulf of Saint-Tropez
Amanda Cable tasted the wines of Château Barbeyrolles in Gassin. Then, the journalist hopped into our legendary 2CV. Sonia Ferchaud, founder of Beyond The Wine, accompanied her on this adventure.
They then drove along our vineyard-lined roads. It was the perfect opportunity to admire the region’s characteristic landscapes. Amanda got to see iconic villages like Ramatuelle, a medieval village.
That’s why, in her article, she describes this experience as a highlight. The journalist enthusiastically describes the friendly atmosphere of our drive.
Great visibility among the British public
With several million readers, Metro UK is one of the most widely read daily newspapers in the United Kingdom. This publication represents a tremendous opportunity, helping to promote wine tourism in the Gulf of Saint-Tropez on the international stage.
The article highlights the authenticity of the experiences our region has to offer. Here, wine discovery is always accompanied by encounters with producers, and visitors get to enjoy exceptional scenery.
Excerpt from the article published in the magazine:
This spotlight highlights the growing interest among international travelers in local, personalized, and immersive experiences.
We would like to thank Amanda Cable for this wonderful article. A big thank you also goes to our partners, the wineries and winemakers. Every day, they help showcase the wines of the Gulf of Saint-Tropez in the best possible light.
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