Château de Beaucastel is not only one of Châteauneuf-du-Pape’s greatest wine estates, is also one of the world’s great estates. It belongs to the Famille Perrin portfolio of wines and is located on the northern end of the appellation of Châteauneuf-du-Pape.

According to French wine rules, the appellation’s wineries are permitted to use 13 different varieties (cépages) of grapes in their blends but unlike most other local wineries, Beaucastel uses all 13 varieties, though the major grapes are still Grenache, Syrah, and mourvedre, counoise and   cinsault with small percentages of the other varieties. Their whites as well as their red wines are world famous. The estate is organic, and they are converting to bio-dynamic production.

In California the Château de Beaucastel formed a partnership with their importer, Vineyard Brands, to create Tablas Creek wines, a  pioneer in the production of Rhône varietals (i.e. Grenache, syrah, mourvedre) in central California.

In Provence the Famille Perrin has entered into a partnership with Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt to produce the Miraval Wines in the Var region.

Visiting a top-notch wine estate and tasting the wines is always a highlight of a wine lover’s trip to Provence or the Rhône Valley. For a winery visit, write to Kirsty at [email protected].

However you will get a more extensive tasting of not only Château de  Beaucastel but also a wide gamut of Perrin Family wines if you visit one of the brand new tastings rooms, where a knowledgeable, English speaking sommelier (François in Châteauneuf; Richard in Aix) will explain the wines.  Look for “Famille Perrin”. You will have a great time!

In Châteauneuf-du-Pape: Famille Perrin, Place du Portail, (next to the Tourist Office in the center of the village. ) +33 (0)4 90 02 15 54 

10 to 6 :30, Monday through Saturday.

In Aix-en-Provence: Famille Perrin, 1 Place Forbin (at the opposite end of the Cours Mirabeau from the very large ‘Fontaine de la Rotonde.’) 10:30 til 7:00 Tuesday-Saturday. +33 (0)4 42 27 45 20

Château de Beacastel

Chemin de Beaucastel, Courthezon, Provence

+33 (0)4 90 70 41 00

Website

Importer: Vineyard Brands, Birmingham, Ala. 205 980-8802

Sharon Derham

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New Provence luxury properties to Just Provence – July 2013

This month’s new additions to the Just Provence portfolio offer a wide choice of properties from the quaint and  romantic Dovecote near Gordes sleeping two to La Pinède a modern villa suitable for a family of ten, within walking distance of Eygalières. We hope you will enjoy looking through this new selection of exclusive rentals in Provence.

The Dovecote, a romantic “cabanon” near Gordes.

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A landmark of the world-renowned perched village of Gordes, The Dovecote is a delightful romantic getaway just for two, set in gorgeous tailored grounds within walking distance of the village. An old “pigeonnier provençal” that was recently restored and refurbished, this unique vacation rental property enjoys splendid views over the Luberon from its exceptional location.

The Dovecote is a perfect place to spend your honeymoon, surrounded by the natural beauty of the olive groves, lavender and rose gardens all around.

Villa Bijou, a colourful family home in Vaucluse.

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Villa Bijou is a recently built villa which offers a large pool and grounds as well as stylish accommodation with air conditioning and brand new furnishings for a family or a small group of friends, in a quiet area of Beaumes-de-Venise, officially one of France’s most beautiful villages.

With 100 m² in the house and another 80 m² in the pool house, there is more than enough room for up to 7 people to live comfortably here. There is even a large two-door garage made available by the owner.  The property is not at all overlooked sits in the midst of  2.6 hectares of olive trees not only ensuring total privacy but surrounding it in an authentic Provençal setting.

La Pinède, a recently built luxury villa for rent in Eygalières.

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A recently constructed villa with underfloor cooling, a heated overflow pool and a spacious, tailored garden, La Pinède is a luxurious retreat within walking distance of the charming village of Eygalières.
Located in a quiet residential area, La Pinède has been carefully  designed and decorated by its owners, with a tasteful blend of traditional Provençal mas  and a recent fully equipped luxury home.
Eygalières is a delightful retreat for relaxing away from the busy world. Located at the foot of the dramatic Alpilles mountains, the village is a perfect pied-à-terre for exploring Provence – just twenty minutes’ drive from the market town of St-Rémy-de-Provence, half an hour from Avignon and Arles, 45 minutes from Aix-en-Provence and an hour from Marseilles and Orange.

La Valentine, a provençal villa with private tennis court overlooking Luberon.

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Just a quick drive away from the delightful village of Lourmarin, this lovely Provençal villa benefits from a very exclusive location that only adds to its charm. The views and the tranquillity of the surroundings contribute to making La Valentine a true haven of peace and serenity.

With its heated 10 x 5m swimming pool and astroturf tennis court, you’ll love being outdoors at any time of year at La Valentine. This exclusive property also offers multiple sitting rooms allowing for relaxation indoors for those long evenings or to avoid the height of the summer’s heat.

Domaine de Sénanque, a recently restored mas for rent near Gordes.

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A singularly beautiful Provençal mas that once belonged to the 12th-century Abbaye de Sénanque, this is a high-standard luxury rental villa enclosed in 30 hectares of private grounds within 5 minutes of Gordes, in a highly exceptional location. The village of Murs, a charming small village and a well-kept secret in the Luberon, is also 5 minutes away.

Enjoying stunning views along the entire valley it dominates, past the Petit Luberon mountain and as far as the Alpilles, this incredible property is an ideal retreat for a group of up to 16 people, which it can comfortably accommodate in its 600 square metres of living area and 8 bedrooms, 6 of which are en-suite, the other 2 sharing a bathroom.

The privacy and the calm surroundings genuinely contribute to the atmosphere of peace and tranquillity, making this property one of our ideal luxury retreats for getting away from it all. Chill out by the beautiful pool or just sit back and relax in the serenity of the indoor spaces.

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