Taste beautiful Provence wines on a scenic 3.5-hour countryside tour of the vineyards at the foot of Sainte-Victoire mountain. Learn about grape varieties, and how poor soil qualities lead to better quality wines, at 2 different local wineries.
About this activity
- Free cancellation
- Cancel up to 24 hours in advance to receive a full refund
- Covid-19 precautions
- Special health and safety measures apply. Learn more
- Mobile ticketing
- Use your phone or print your voucher
- Duration 3.5 hours
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- Instant confirmation
- Live tour guide
- English, French, Spanish
Experience
Highlights
- Taste beautiful wines of the Côtes de Provence Sainte Victoire
- Visit 2 separate wineries to learn more about the grape varieties, climate, and production techniques
- Enjoy a scenic drive in the landscape that inspired Paul Cézanne
Full description
Enjoy a half-day wine tour in the scenic landscape of Sainte-Victoire Mountain, inspiration for the famous post impressionist artist Paul Cézanne, who painted many pictures of the mountain between 1880 and 1883.
The Côtes de Provence Sainte-Victoire vineyards are located east of Aix-en-Provence, and like all vineyards in Provence, are considered some of the most natural in France, due to the drying effects of the Mistral wind. The poor and shallow soils, formed by limestone and argillaceous sandstone, help to produce high-quality vineyards.
Learn about the characteristics of the terroir, and explore the wine making process while visiting the cellars of 2 separate wine estates. Meet the winemakers, and taste AOC Côtes de Provence wines in 3 colors - tasty, full-bodied reds of excellent structure, subtle elegant rosés, and whites of distinction.
Includes
- Transportation by air-conditioned minibus
- Driver-guide service
- Wine tastings
- Food and drinks, unless specified
- Personal expenses
- Gratuities (optional)
- Entrance tickets to monuments
Covid-19 precautions
Safety measures in place
- You must keep social distance while in vehicles
Traveler requirements
- You are required to bring and wear a mask
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Please meet your guide outside the Aix-en-Provence Tourist Information Center
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What to bring
- Comfortable shoes
- Sunglasses
- Sun hat
- Camera
Not allowed
- Pets
- Oversize luggage
- Smoking
- Luggage or large bags
