Fancy a new spin on an old skill? Visit La winery – visitors can take part in a tasting test to find out their individual ‘wine sign’ pointing out which wine(s) suits your palate and lifestyle best. Their wine experts can then devise a wine portfolio with suggestions of wine styles and even particular wines that the individual would enjoy. Their on-site international wine shop with bar is a great place to sample or buy these wines or just enjoy browsing, amongst unusual pieces from local artists. And you can take in lunch or dinner at their on-site restaurant. www.winery.fr

Château de Malleret – For a more laid back visit contact Bruno Van Der Heyden at this beautiful old estate with rooms for groups and tree houses where you can spend the night. www.chateau-malleret.fr. For the tree houses contact: Prune Gouet – contact@naturacabana.fr

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One of the tree housezs at Château Malleret

Chateau d’Agassac won a National competition for its architecture, parks and gardens
http://www.agassac.com. Visits are offered in French and English by appointment (from 1st June to September 30: Tuesday to Saturday between 10.30 and 6.30 and from October 1st to May 31st, Monday to Friday). Wine tastings are offered, including tastings with chocolate, and there are adventure trails for children to ‘find the chateau princess’ and more.

Château La Lagune is an amazing property and has recently been beautifully renovated. It has a few guest rooms which can be rented, with the most fabulous kitchens where you can dine courtesy of the private chef. Caroline Frey is the young owner and wine-maker. Both Caroline and the property are very photogenic! www.chateau-lalagune.com
Contact: c.frey@chateau-lalagune.com