Aix-en-Provence Cézanne Mt Sainte Victoire and the Wine of Provence private tour

Aix-en-Provence Cézanne Mt Sainte Victoire and the Wine of Provence private tour

A unique private wine tour in the scenic landscape of Mont Sainte Victoire inspiration for post impressionist artist Paul Cézanne, who painted many pictures of the mountain from 1880. We begin the tour exploring the old town of Aix-en-Provence seeking out some of the historic areas associated with Cézanne and a visit to discover the street markets and an abundance of local food produce. Provence considered some of the most natural in France, due to the drying effects of the Mistral wind & shallow rocky soils, formed by limestone & sandstone which produces high quality vines. Learn about the characteristics of the land whilst visiting the cellars of two different vineyards. Meet the winemakers, taste the wines - full-bodied reds, subtle elegant rosés & distinctive whites. In the middle of the day, lunch to sample local provençal cuisine - an exceptional day out sampling the delights of good food & wine and discovering the delights of Cézanne country in the heart of Provence.

Itinerary
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Pass By: Statue of Paul Cezanne, Place de la Rotonde, Aix-en-Provence France

Starting point on our journey to trace the steps of Cézanne and visit the tiny streets bustling markets and soak up the ambience of this historic town.

Stop At: Moulin a L'huile, Place Henri Verlaque, 13114 Puyloubier France

Visit to the ancient and historic Provençal village of Puyloubier with a visit to Domaine de Saint Ser, one of the highest vineyards - set against the Mountain Sainte Victoire, with a visit to the caves to understand the winemaking process and what makes this domaine so unique.

Duration: 45 minutes