Find and Book Wineries to Visit in Provence

Provence wine region is accessible by air thanks to two main airports: the international airport in Nice (NCE) is very close to the eastern appellations, while the Marseille-Provence airport (MRS) serves the western sub-regions.
Wineries in the Côte de Provence appellation are closer to Nice, while wineries located in the Côte d'Aix-en-Provence are more accessible from Marseille.

If you decide to visit wineries in Provence by car, or decide to rent a car at the airport or at the train station, there are several roads you can follow to discover the Provence wine region and its wineries. Here are some suggestions:
1. Brignoles/La Celle/Tourves/Saint Maximin-La-Sainte-Baume/Ollières/Pourcieux/Pourrières (40km)
2. Brignoles/Le Val/Correns/Châteauvert/Barjols/Pontevès/Cotignac/Entrecasteaux/Saint Antoinin du Var (64km)
3. Brignoles/Rocbaron/Garéoult/Néoules/La Roquebrussane/Nans les Pins (55km)
4. Bandol/Saint Cyr sur Mer/La Cadiere d'Azur/Le Castellet/Le Beausset/Sainte Anne d'Évenos (27km)
5. Aix en Provence/Puyricard/Venelles/Le Puy Sainte Réparade/Rognes/Lambesc (42km)

The rail service in France is very efficient and widespread. The main stations closest to the wineries in Provence are Marseille, Aix-en-Provence and Avignon. TGV trains arrive here from the main French cities. From Paris just ask for a ticket on the TGV Méditerranée.
Other train destinations close to the wineries in Provence are Cannes, Nice and Toulon, which is on the coast between Marseille and Nice.

Provence is beautiful and welcoming every season of the year because of its climate and geographical position. However, the best season to visit wineries in Provence is either Spring, especially April and May, or the beginning of Autumn.
Summer, it's a very hot season in Provence, and due to the presence of several famous seaside destinations, such as St. Tropez, the whole region becomes very crowded. Plus, the more you move away from the coast, the more the climate becomes dry and hot. But from mid-June to mid-July, lavender fields all over Provence start to flower and it might be great to discover wineries in Provence while driving across wonderful lilac fields.

The Provence wine region covers a big portion of the actual administrative region of Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur (also known as Région PACA).
Wineries in Provence are numerous and most of them have similar characteristics but each one produces its own variety of wine.
Here are the most common typologies of wineries in Provence:

• Family owned and with a rich family history
• Located in historical buildings
• Organic wineries
• Dynamic and modern wineries

The most common grape varieties grown by wineries in Provence are:

• Red and rosé wines: Carignan, Syrah, Cinsault, Cabernet Sauvignon, Grenache and Maurvèdre.
• White wines: Clairette, Ugni-Blanc, Samillon and Rolle.
• Learn more about wines in Provence and in the single appellations with our Travel Guide to Provence Wine Region.

Some words to remember before you visit wineries in Provence:

English	French
Winery	Vignoble
Wine cellar	Cave à vins
Wine	Vin
Vine	Vigne
Wine tasting	Dégustaction de vins
Cheers!	à votre santé

These are the best wineries to visit in Provence:

• Villa Baulieu


• Château Saint Hilaire


• Château de Berne


• Château des Bertrands

These wineries in Provence have restaurants:

• Château Saint Roux


• Château de Berne


• Domaine de La Font des Pères

These wineries in Provence have accommodation:

• Château des Bertrands


• Château Saint Roux


• Villa Baulieu


• Domaine de La Font des Pères

Most of the wineries in Provence are located in the wine regions in the countryside. The best way to prepare a visit to a winery in Provence is to book your visit in advance on our website.

The best wineries to visit during your holiday or vacation to Provence are:

• Château de Berne


• Château Saint Roux


• Domaine de La Font des Pères


• Château des Bertrands

These wineries in Provence are open to the public with booking in advance:

• Figuière


• Chateau Les Valentines


• Château Bas


• Château Virant

This is our selection of small & boutique wineries in Provence that you can visit:

• La Ferme des Lices


• Domaine de la Mongestine

These are the best family wineries in Provence that you can visit:

• Château de Mauvanne


• Domaine du Clos d‘Alari


• Château Saint Hilaire


• Château Bas

Use our interactive Provence winery map to browse wineries near Nice, Toulon and Aix-en-Provence.

Wineries in Provence are mostly located in the middle of the gorgeous southern France countryside, surrounded by immense fields and vineyards.
Even though most of them are hosted inside historical buildings, wineries in Provence feature a lot of useful facilities to make your visit more enjoyable.
Wineries in Provence:
- have reduced mobility access so everyone can enjoy their wines
- allow visitors to bring their pets (always check with them upon arrival on whether pets are allowed into the wine cellar)
- have parking spaces for busses
- offer activities for kids
Only a very limited number of wineries has a hotel inside their estate, and only a few have a restaurant on site.

Provence in southeastern France is renowned for its pale pink rosé wines. With a dry and sunny climate and diverse terroir, the region cultivates grape varieties like Grenache, Cinsault, Mourvèdre, and Syrah, resulting in refreshing rosés. These wines offer crisp acidity, vibrant fruitiness, and elegant floral notes, featuring flavors of strawberries, watermelon, citrus, and herbs. Provence's dedication to high-quality rosé has earned it a prestigious reputation, attracting rosé enthusiasts worldwide. While red and white wines are also produced, rosé remains the iconic symbol of Provence, reflecting its Mediterranean lifestyle and sun-kissed terroir.

Avignon, located in France's Provence region, is famous for its historical significance as the former residence of the Popes during the 14th century and the iconic Avignon Bridge. Although it doesn't have a specific wine of its own, being in the broader Provence wine region allows visitors to explore and enjoy a variety of excellent wines, with rosé being the most notable and widely produced style in the area.

Yes, Provence is home to many vineyards. It is a renowned wine region in France, particularly known for its production of rosé wines. The vineyards in Provence benefit from the Mediterranean climate and diverse terroir, producing a wide range of high-quality wines.