WINE TOURISM ACTIVITIES
Fully immerse yourself in the history and terroirs of Châteaneuf-du-Pape thanks to three bespoke experiences for fine wine lovers. With its bottle label that has remained unchanged since its creation in 1926, Clos de l’Oratoire des Papes is widely considered as one of the most iconic brand in the whole of Châteauneuf-du-Pape. Step into our vinification and aging cellars and enjoy an unforgettable wine tasting in the classic and timeless setting of the Priory at the entrance to Châteauneuf-du-Pape.
DISCOVERY TOUR
After a guided tour of the Priory building that houses the cellars, take part in a unique wine tasting for a fully immersive experience.
• Presentation of the history and terroirs
• Presentation of the vinification and aging cellars
• Tasting of the most recent vintage of the Clos de l’Oratoire des Papes white and the Clos de l’Oratoire des Papes red in our cellars
Duration: 1.5 hours
Price: 50 € per person VAT-inclusive
Number of people: 2 minimum
“VINTAGE SECRETS” BESPOKE TASTING
After a private tour of the Priory building that houses the cellars, you’ll be taken on a journey through time and given an insight into the secrets and treasures of the old vintages held within our cellars.
• Presentation of the history and terroirs
• Presentation of the vinification and aging cellars
• Vertical tasting of 5 wines (from youngest to oldest) with explanation of the effects of the vintage
Duration: 2.5 hours
Price: 100 € per person VAT-inclusive
Number of people: 2 minimum
Monday to Saturday from 9:30 a.m. to 6 p.m.
DINNER AT THE PRIORY DINING ROOM
For those wishing to prolong the immersive experience, the Priory building now houses a unique and timeless reception area. The ‘Dining Room’ offers wine and gastronomy lovers the chance to enjoy a dinner and wine tasting in an authentic Provencal kitchen. Our Chef will prepare a selection of exceptional local dishes in our rotisserie and traditional kitchens using locally sourced seasonal produce. These evening dinners are the promise of a fun and laid back experience full of enriching exchanges for a true taste of Clos de l’Oratoire des Papes. We offer a vertical tasting of a selection of old vintages, in both red and white, as well as slow cooked traditional dishes paired to perfection with our vintage wines.
• Private tour : history, terroir and cellars
• Tasting of the most recent vintage of the Clos de l’Oratoire des Papes white and Clos de l’Oratoire des Papes red in our cellars
• Aperitif and appetizers served in the private salon
• Gastronomic dinner prepared by our Chef
• Vertical tasting of 5 vintages (from youngest to oldest) selected to suit the dishes on offer
Duration: 4 hours (7pm to 11pm)
Price: 220 € per person VAT-inclusive
Number of people: between 8 and 12
This experience is also possible at lunchtime.
Monday to Saturday from 9:30 a.m. to 6 p.m.
CULINARY WORKSHOP AT THE PRIORY
This hands-on experience is the opportunity to create a delicious lunch using local and seasonal Provencal produce paired with the wines of Clos de l’Oratoire des Papes. It’s time to put your apron on and roll your sleeves up alongside our chef who will reveal to you his techniques, skills and culinary secrets. A laid-back gourmet experience based on the sharing of savoir-faire.
• Private tour : history, terroir and cellars
• Aperitif in the library-lounge
• A lunch concocted by yourself, with the help of our chef, using meat cooked in our rotisserie
• Tasting of 3 carefully selected vintages of Clos de l’Oratoire des Papes to complement with the dishes on offer
Duration: 4.5 hours
Price: 180 € per person VAT-inclusive
Number of people: between 6 and 10
