Enjoy the vineyards of Provence during an exceptional stay at Château de Berne
The majestic soil of Provence's vineyards
The Mediterranean climate is ideal for growing vines. Indeed, this plant needs a sunny location to produce its fruit. The climate of Provence is characterised by strong, dry winds. They have a favourable influence on the development of the vine and shape the landscape of the vineyards in Provence. The mistral, one of the region's strongest winds, rubs the soil to purify the vineyards. In this way, the winds of Provence ensure that the vines are protected from attacks by diseases associated with humidity.
Of course, the quality of the soil in Provence means that the wines produced are of the highest quality. However, the expertise of its craftsmen also contributes to the aromatic complexity of this beverage. A gourmet wine is the result of a mastery of oenology and a passion for winemaking.
The radiant vines of Provence's vineyards
The Provençal terroir abounds in treasures such as olive oil, truffles and honey. But wine remains its most precious treasure. The region is packed with excellent estates, dazzling wine-growing landscapes and the great wines for which Provence's vineyards are renowned the world over. The three designations AOC Côte de Provence, AOC Coteaux d'Aix-en-Provence and AOC Coteaux Varois en Provence.
For this region, rosé represents not only a cultural asset, but also an economic one. According to the World Rosé Observatory, worldwide consumption of rosé wine has risen sharply in recent years. According to their study, this alcoholic beverage grew by 40% from 2002 to 2018. The radiance and exquisite flavour of the grapes from the vineyards of Provence are winning over the whole world.
In Provence, a passion for wine has been passed down from generation to generation. The vineyards of Provence do not underestimate the importance of tradition. For their wines, the winegrowers and winemakers use an ancestral method of production that guarantees exceptional longevity of the wine, rich in flavour and marks the typicity of the vineyards in Provence.
The Château de Berne wine estate, the epitome of vineyard excellence in Provence
The vineyards of Provence are a treasure that the Château de Berne wine estate cherishes with great care. From our 175 hectares of organic vines, we produce red, rosé and white Côtes de Provence with an aromatic complexity recognised by the greatest. Variety of choice was an essential commitment to guarantee the excellence and renown of our estate.
The size of the vineyard has enabled us to offer charming rosés and whites as well as structured reds. Our vineyards are spread over two different geographical areas: on a limestone plateau at an altitude of 300 metres and on light, sandy soils around the château. It was essential for us to offer our customers a variety of choices.
Organise a stay at Château de Berne and take the opportunity to admire our emblematic square bottle during the cellar tour. Afterwards, let yourself be transported elsewhere at the wine tasting with commentary by our sommeliers. Then cultivate your mind with our oenological workshops.
Spend a weekend at Château de Berne and immerse yourself in the art of Provençal living and enjoy a truly sensory experience.
Château de Berne and its visionary oenologist of the vineyards of Provence
Alexis CornuWith his visionary approach to wine-making, the oenologist at Château de Berne is meeting the demands of a gastronomic wine. He has shown great ingenuity in breathing new life into rosé. By developing a new winemaking method, he has helped to improve the image of Provence rosé.
The rosé from our Var wine-growing region is a top-of-the-range, gourmet wine. It stands out for the balance of its flavours, neither too woody nor too fruity, giving it a depth of flavour.
Le Château de Berne is an emblematic vineyard combining modernity and tradition. Its bold yet respectful approach to tradition will appeal to oenophiles during their stay.
