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Discovery tour of Suze la Rousse

The Castle :
A medieval fortress set in a huge wooded park of Mediterranean species known as « la garenne », the castle also features one of France’s most magnificient Renaissance inner courtyard. Standing at the heart of prestigious rolling vineyards and as the headquarters of the University of Wine, it offers a discovery trail dedicated to the art, the science and the history of winemaking,
The University of Wine :
Visit a unique french institution in the wine sector committed to operational professional training in all wine related trades from the vineyards to our glass.
The ideal place to join an introductory course into the world of wine.
Local Wine :
Wine growing has always played an important role in the history of Suze-a-Rousse, perfectly suited with hillsides of clay and limestone stony soils. It boasts several unique « appellations » or controlled designation of origin such as Côtes-du-Rhône, Côtes-du-Rhône-Villages and Grignan-les-Adhémar as well as a protected geographical label. Wines are pleasant, light and fruity.