Discover Cognac – Terroir Stay
The cognac saga began 2,000 years ago. Discover its rich history, rich in multicultural influences. Step back in time and spend a few days understanding how cognac, a local product, became a luxury product.
During your stay, you’ll be welcomed into a charming guesthouse, nestled in the heart of the vineyards, nestled among the golden stones and the gentle Charente countryside.
Far from the usual tourist trails, you’ll discover cognac in a different way: through its soils, its grape varieties, and its expertise, and meet the women and men who produce it.
4-day / 3-night stay details
Day 1 – Arrival at your accommodation
Relax and enjoy the tranquility of the Grande Champagne vineyards. Discover this Tuscan-like terroir, where the vineyards are a veritable Japanese garden and the finest traditional cognacs are produced.
Your host will give you a warm welcome. Enjoy the quietness of the surroundings and surroundings with a stroll through the vineyards or along the Charente River, in the land of the Slow Attitude.
In the evening, you will enjoy a dinner at your host’s home or in a local restaurant, where you can sample local specialties. The next morning, enjoy a leisurely breakfast with bread, croissants, and jams. …
Day 2 – Cognac Distilleries and Traditions
Near your accommodation, you’ll meet a traditional cognac distiller.
He’ll share some secrets about cognac making and introduce you to the art of tasting cognacs from cognac producers aged 30 years or more. Your visit will conclude with a tasting of some of the house products, cognacs or Pineau des Charentes.
After lunch at one of the restaurants we’ll recommend, where local customers frequent, you can wander through the vine-covered hillsides along the Charente River before visiting a factory producing a specialty preferred by the greatest Michelin-starred chefs.
Day 3 – The City of Cognac and its Trading Houses
After your second night in a bed and breakfast, you’ll explore another side of Cognac Country : the city itself, with its Museum of Arts and Traditions of the Cognac Vineyards, as well as a VIP visit to a famous trading house where you’ll learn how to pair the liqueur of the gods with exquisite mini-bites—a truly unique experience !
A city map will be provided to help you locate the various attractions.
Day 4 – Departure from your accommodation
Enjoy a final morning in your bed and breakfast to appreciate the peaceful tranquility of the Charente countryside, then take a stroll through the surrounding countryside.
Highlights of the stay
– Meet craft distillers
– Discover cognac from vine to glass
– Visits with tastings of several cognacs
– Savor the gastronomy of this exceptional terroir
– Benefit from your host’s address book
– Visit sites located in the vineyard, outside the cities
Duration
From 1 to 3 nights
Number of guests
From 2 people
Rates
From € 340
Stays include
- From one to three nights in a charming guest-house, breakfast included
- At least one table d’hôte dinner, drinks included
- A visit to a traditional distillery with a tasting of its products
- Tours, workshops, or activities (optional)
Stays do not include
- Transportation to the accommodation
- Transportation to the points of visits
- Lunches
- Dinner other than table d’hôtes dinner(s)
- Personal insurance
- Services not mentioned in the description provided
Choose your package stay
To make your life easier, we have designed packages with 1, 2 or 3 nights, with visits, at least one dinner and a charming guesthouse as accommodation.
These packages can be adapted to your preferences (type of accommodation), your limitations (disabled access), and your interests for optional activities (visits to châteaux, artisans, distilleries, etc.).
Treat yourself to Charente with a 2, 3, or 4-day. Far from the hustle and bustle of everyday life, you won’t have time to get bored and you will enjoy a relaxing stay …
The stay includes
- Three nights in a guesthouse in a double room, breakfast included
- Two regional dinners at an individual table d’hôtes (drinks included)
- A private tour of a world-renowned cognac trading house
- A visit to a traditional distillery with its master distiller
- Admission to the Cognac Arts Museum
- A visit to the château in Cognac where François I was born
- A visit to a local gourmet product factory, or if possible a visit to a working artisanal cooperage (weekdays)
Rates starting at €435 per person, for a total of €870
The stay includes
- Two nights in a guesthouse in a double room, breakfast included
- A regional dinner at an individual table d’hôtes (drinks included)
- A private tour of a world-renowned cognac trading house
- A visit to a traditional distillery with its master distiller
- Admission to the Cognac Arts Museum
Rates starting at €300 per person, for a total of €600
The stay includes
- One night in a guesthouse in a double room, breakfast included
- A visit to a traditional distillery with its master distiller
- Admission to the Museum of Cognac Arts
Rates starting at €170 per person, for a total of €340
Practical arrangements
Choose your place to stay
Several small towns are located in the heart of the Cognac vineyards, including Cognac, of course, but also Jarnac, Saintes, Barbezieux, Jonzac and Pons.
Each has its own charm and attractions to suit your needs: a stay where heritage and nature blend, a cultural stay with museums, or proximity to the Atlantic Ocean.
Let’s not forget the wine villages, which make it easy to discover the vineyards and landscapes.
We will help you make your choice for a successful stay.
Choose your accommodation type
Tell us your criteria so we can meet your needs, your budget, and the desired experience (authentic, luxury, unusual).
A charming guesthouse often offers an authentic and friendly atmosphere, with the opportunity to meet local residents.
A luxury hotel offers a refined experience with spa services, tastings, and superior comfort.
We will suggest the accommodation that best meets your criteria and will make your stay unforgettable.
Offer a gift voucher
Give a personalized stay in the form of a gift voucher to a friend, for a colleague’s retirement, or for any special occasion.
More than just a gift, it’s an unforgettable moment to share, personalized according to the recipient’s tastes, which they can enjoy as they wish.
A refined and thoughtful alternative to traditional gifts, ideal for discerning epicureans.