Popular Wine Rally – Sainte-Victoire
Guest Post · Taste · Wines and Spirits of ProvenceThis event, being held this year on Saturday, 17th October, gets booked up early, so don’t delay!
2015 sees the 10th anniversary of the awarding of AOP to this attractive area which you will explore as you drive from cave to vineyard following clues – you do need a fluent French speaker in your car.
Full day Bandol & Cassis Discovery Wine Tour from Marseille
Begin your journey in the medieval village of Le Castellet, perched elegantly atop a wooded hill overlooking lush vineyards. Next, venture into the renowned Bandol wine region.
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