In the heart of Provence, the Luberon outctop, was famously captured by Peter Mayle withhis bouk A Year in Provence (1989).. It is an area of spectacular scenery, vineyards and lavender, Dotted with hill-top villages, markets and nature’s bounty (think Olives, Melons. Truffles, Tomatoes, Rosemary …. all under the provencal sun celebrated by the likes of Cezanne and van Gogh.
Here in the Luberon Village of Cucuron (84 Vaucluse, PACA) is the vineyard B&B at Chateau La Sable. The en-suite acccommodation enjoys air-conditioning and there is a terrace and outdoor pool for guests. The chateaua is in a beautiful setting in the midst of vineyards.
This family-owned Provence chateau produces 2 rosés, 2 whites and a red wine in the AOP Luberon. The rosé wine is made from Grenache (40%), Syrah (40%), Rolle (10%), Clairette (10%);the red wine is made from Syrah 55%, Grenache 35%, Carignan 10%.Although the domaine has a long history, it is only in recent years that the current owners Virginie et Jean-Marc have been re-planting and updating the facilities in preparation for conversion to organic (bio) status.
for more info and to check availability at this Provence vineyard B&B see Chateau La Sable
alternative nearby vineyard accommodation at Chateau de Ste Croix
airport: Marseille MRS 25 miles/40km
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