Let's talk about wine!
Let's talk about wine!
Let's talk about wine!
Here is our first theme.
Wine is a genetic matter in Aquitaine!
Very first vineyards have been planted by t he Romans in our valleys.
They set up a whole trading which has been increased during the English period, thanks to Eleonor of Aquitaine.
You will discover the wine in all its aspects: history, viticulture, art of making wine, tasting!...
Our expert, Pascal, will introduce you to the very best places, the very best wines and will surprise you with the amazing history of the area.
The three examples of options below will give you an idea of our proposals.
Of course, you are welcome for any specific request you could have.
We are here to meet your wishes.
Farniente option
Here is our first option: Farniente. It means "do nothing". This is the motto of this option. We keep everything in our hands from airport to airpot including all the travels, each moment of the day. You have just one thing to do: enjoy!
Day 1 – Arrival
Arrival at the airport where we are pleased to welcome and collect you
Arrival at you holiday property
Drinks and visit of the house
Set up and restIn case of arrival in the morning, Lunch will be provided.During afternoon, moments of convivence, discovery of the location and explanation about the planning.
18h30 – Aperitif
Fine appetisers, caviar and truffles
Champagne
19h30 – Diner
Un soir à la campagne (an evening in the countryside)
Chesnut cream with foie gras
Sweet white wine
Bœuf Bourguignon à ma façon
Gratin Dauphinois with roquefort and cepes
Lettuce
Old oaky red wine of the area
Tray od cheese, grapes and cherry jam
Saint-Emilion grand cru
Walnut, lemon and honey cake
Monbazillac dessert wine
Coffee and little treats
21h00 – Evening chat:
Introduction to the history of the region and its vineyards
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Day 2 – Saint-Emilion
8h30 to 9h30 – Gourmet breakfast
Viennoiseries (pastries), French bread, jam, honey, butter, scrambled eggs, bacon,... Fresh fruit juice, coffee, tea, chocolate
9h45-10h30 – Journey to Saint-Emilion
11h30 to 12h30 – Visit of the medieval town
In the footsteps of Pascal, you will discover history of the area, history of wine and vineyards, according to his inspiration
12h30 to 14h00 – Easy lunch in a restaurant on the central place
14h00 to 16h00 – Visit of a Château Grand Cru
including visit of the chais and wine tasting
16h15 to 17h00 – Back to the property
17h00 to 19h00 – Rest
19h00 to 21h00 – Food and wine pairing evening
Accord des mets et des vins (Food and wine pairing)
This is a very special proposal, one of our very best as it allows to stay at your place, enjoying food and wine without any risk of driving or whatever. Tasting portions of delicate food served to enhance the flavor and aromas of wine. Talk about wine and history of the area, how to taste a wine, history of wine, different cepages,... And then, no need to drive or whatever, just enjoy!
Fizzi pink gourmand
A glass of local pink champagne
canapes of foie gras and fig jam
verrines of artichoke and parmeggiano cream
Wines from South West France. Various rose, white and red, including Saint-Emilion Grand cru.
Dry white and Rose
Salmon canapes
Tuna cream canapes
Rillettes canapes
Medium red
Slices of jambon de Bayonne
Verrines of chorizo, onions and peppers
100% Merlot
Smocked duck Magret
Duck Confit verrines
Mushrooms verrines
Oaky old red wine (Saint-Emilion)
Tray of local fine cheeses with grapes and butter
Lovely dessert wine
Café gourmand
Loving Aquitaine triffles
Milk chocolate, toffee and praline cream
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Jour 3 – A day in the fields
8h30 to 9h30 – Gourmet breakfast
Viennoiseries (pastries), French bread, jam, honey, butter, scrambled eggs, bacon,... Fresh fruit juice, coffee, tea, chocolate
10h00 to 11h30 – Market
Visit of a local market, eventually visit of the Chocolaterie in Duras
12h30 to 13h30 – Lunch at the holiday property
With the fresh produces bought at the market place (different breads, oysters, local charcuteries, roasts, farm cheeses, local wines,...)
13h30 to 14h15 – Journey to Monbazillac
14h15 to 16h15 – Visit of the castel, tasting of the Monbazillac wines
16h15 to 17h00 – Return to Maison Suzy et Elie
17h00 to 17h30 – Resting pause
17h30 to 18h30 – Wine chat
19h00 – Aperitif
Assortment of canapes and gourmet verrines
Marquise cocktail
Soir de fête (Night party)
Crême brûlée with foie gras and figs
Sweet white wine
Bouchées à la Reine with chanterelles
Sweet white wine
Intermède glacé
Bourbon vanilla ice cream with prunes crumbs and Armagnac
Traditional pork roast slowly cooked with
prunes in spicy mulled wine
Steamed potatoes
Lettuce
Old oaky Pomerol
Assortment of local cheese, walnuts and et quince paste
Old oaky Médoc
Pears poached in red wine
Banyuls wine
Coffee & cannelés
Liqueurs
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Jour 4 – Departure
8h30 to 9h30 – Gourmet breakfast
Viennoiseries (pastries), French bread, jam, honey, butter, scrambled eggs, bacon,... Fresh fruit juice, coffee, tea, chocolate
10h00 – Driving you back to the airport
Lunch will be offered in case of departure during the afternoon.
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We created here a very special proposal, pairing wines and food. The menus are given as example, we can change whatever you want and do a tailor made proposal just for you. Just let us know!
1 400,00 € per person,
wine and all services included
Click here, please, to know more about our two other options
Booking is easy and simple.
Choose one of the holiday properties, choose theme and option, then click here to book.
All the booking will be done just in one click. It i s as simple as that.
Congratulations, you are going for the best treat in Southwest France, Aquitaine!