Staying at La Motte campsite also means discovering an exceptional region. Here, vines shape the landscapes and set the rhythm of local life.
From Atlantic wines to prestigious Cognac, including Pineau des Charentes and regional aperitifs, each tasting tells a story of passion and tradition.
Push open the doors of neighbouring winegrowers' cellars, chat with them about their expertise and let them guide you through their vintages. An authentic experience, blending aromas, conviviality and local heritage discovery.
More prestigious, the first appellations of crusades Bordeaux are less than an hour's drive away. The owners of Saint-Émilion, Fronsac, Côtes de Bourg and Blaye Côtes de Bordeaux will gladly open the doors of their castles to you.
Tastings:
Jean Moucheboeuf offers tastings by appointment, and you can also visit the dolmen «Pierre Folle» there.
Telephone: 05 46 04 19 72
https://www.jonzac-haute-saintonge.com/trouver-votre-activite/moucheboeuf-jean-pineau-cognac-5780284
Le Domaine Familial Gouzilh offers tastings of Pineau des Charentes, Cognac, Cognac liqueurs, tinned goods and ready meals.
Telephone: 06 37 53 89 42
https://www.domainefamilialgouzilh.com/
The Médoc has more than 1000 chateaux? For the sporty types, bring your bikes to Blaye where you can take the ferry to Lamarque for a lovely day out.
http://www.vinsvignesvignerons.com/Regions/Bordeaux/Le-Medoc/Les-classements-des-vins-du-Medoc
For information on bins, click here:
https://gironde.fr/deplacements/les-bacs-girondins-ferries
«Cité du Vin» in Bordeaux is already worth a visit, but inside you'll learn all about Bordeaux wine.
https://www.laciteduvin.com/fr/vivez-la-cite-du-vin/ateliers-visites
