The Provence wine route
Discovering the Provence wine route
A little history on the Provence wine route:
From the birth of winegrowing to wine marketing
It was in Provence that France's first vineyards were planted. It was born 26 centuries ago thanks to the great Phocaean sailors, founders of the city of Marseille, who introduced this new plant: the vine.
Four centuries later, in the 2nd century BC, the Romans took over the construction of the Provence wine route. They planted vineyards in the lands of Provence, known as Provincia Romana.
With the fall of the Roman Empire, vineyards also disappeared. It wasn't until the High Middle Ages (5th century) that vineyards made a comeback, thanks to the monks who made wine and marketed it for income.
In the 14th century, nobles, notables and royal army officers took possession of numerous vineyards. It was at this time that the modern wine world was born.
The Provence wine route in the 19th and 20th centuries
In the 19th century, an insect from the northern United States called phylloxera destroyed almost all the vineyards of Provence. Despite this, winegrowers fought back and succeeded in gradually rebuilding the vines by grafting French vines onto American vines resistant to the insect.
The 20th century saw the dawn of modern viticulture. Winegrowers decided to join forces in a cooperative movement to help each other improve the creation of their wines. Later, they would work to obtain the Appellation d'Origine Contrôlée for their grape variety.
Wine tourism and the Provence wine route
What is wine tourism?
It was in the USA, and more specifically in California, that it first saw the light of day in the 70s and 80s. Wine tourism has existed in France for a little over twenty years, and continues to develop.
It's a form of tourism focused on discovering wines and everything that surrounds them. Tourists appreciate the opportunity to discover the vineyard's trades, grape varieties, gastronomy and history. On some trips, participants are also invited to take part in vine-related sporting activities. This is an exclusively rural form of tourism.
When the Provence wine route takes you on a journey
Provence is renowned for its excellent rosés, but its winegrowers also know how to apply their talent to the creation of equally tasty red and white wines. That's why discovering the Provence wine route attracts more and more people.
On this trip, you'll have the opportunity to taste a variety of wines, including those from Bandol and Var, and to get up close and personal with the winemakers to discover their trade. It's also an opportunity to discover Provence's nature and old villages, while enjoying a sunny climate in a peaceful setting.
Ultimate Provence: the starting point for discovering the Provence wine route
Book the accommodation you want
Located in the heart of a vineyard, Domaine Ultimate Provence offers cosy single, double and family rooms, as well as apartments and studios. Staying at this 4* hotelYou can begin your discovery of the Provence wine route by immersing yourself in the vines from your terrace.
Ultimate Provence: an extraordinary estate
With its 46-hectare vineyard in one of France's largest nature reserves, Ultimate Provence takes you on a tour of its cellar and estate. You'll have the opportunity to taste the three colors of Côtes de Provence wines made from a unique, delicate grape variety.
A winning duo: wine and gastronomy
Visit Ultimate Provence restaurant also takes its visitors on a culinary voyage, offering guests dishes made with fresh and, above all, local ingredients.
To start your Provence wine route, come and discover the Ultimate Provence winery, where you can enjoy Provence wines and the charm of this region.
