Wide expanse of liquid, and a reservoir of biodiversity in Occitania, the Thau lagoon is like a small inland sea, with its 7 500 hectares’azur. On its shores are shattered Mèze, Marseillan, Bouzigues or Sète. A fine coastal dunes connects Sète to Marseillan, while a cycle track allows it to shine nicely around the pond.
The opportunity to tame some facets of the languedoc vineyard as we like with names Picpoul de Pinet, Muscat de Frontignan, Languedoc-Grés de Montpellier and its IGP Côtes de Thau and Country of Hérault Hills of Moure. Labeled “Vineyards and Discoveries”, the Thau Basin is full of stops oenotouristiques to discover this summer.
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About the area of appellation Muscat de Frontignan, dedicated to white wines soft and fruity, Chateau de Stony has his reputation. And he is also a figure of ufo. Indeed, this vineyard bio of 12 hectares has been the first to plant red grape varieties (mourvèdre, grenache, syrah, cinsault) on his property. Formerly specialized in the cultivation of muscatel with small grains, the area develops a red guard in PGI Hills of Moure.
This lovely family estate, a cocoon of greenery, has been passed from generation to generation. In the summer, he organizes wine tastings at the cellar and cellar tours in small groups (book in order to know the sanitary conditions). Novelty in 2020 : the opening of an eco-cottage in the summer.
Chateau de Stony. Route de Balaruc La Peyrade 34110 Frontignan. Tel. : 04 67 18 80 30. château-stony.fr
Taste of the shells, feet in water at Saint Barth At the edge of the lagoon, in an old farmhouse in oyster renovated, one can enjoy the oyster Special Tarbouriech. Photo press
The Basin de Thau is famous for the culture of shellfish (or shellfish farming). The oyster Special Tarbouriech in the shell dew and the crunchy texture can be enjoyed at “the source” (the pond of Thau) in the company of a glass of white wine Picpoul de Pinet. Feet in the water, the Saint Barth has his quarters in an old house oyster on the lagoon.
This institution of the Countries of Thau is like a hut of Robinson with its pristine beach below. Excursions in the barge, to the discovery of the oyster farm, raise the anchor off the pier every day at 15h in July and August. We discover, over the navigation, the amazing process of “tides solar” that give the oysters their flavor. On the menu, don’t miss the brasucade (wood-fired cooking) of mussels way Sabine Tarbouriech.
It is possible to sleep in the Field Tarbouriech, in one of the charming rooms and suites (ten minutes cycling) and be pampered at the spa, founder of the”ostréathérapie”, care of meat of the oyster, for a full range of trace elements.
Trays of oysters, from 21 €, glass of wine from € 3.50 extra.
Domain Tarbouriech, a Place called Montpenedre, 34340 Marseillan. Tel. : 06 95 82 36 47. lestbarth.com
Have a lightning strike to the House Noilly Prat It is in Marseillan, on the edge of the Thau, which is installed in the production site of the famous French vermouth. Maison Noilly Prat
It is in Marseillan Louis Noilly decided to install the production site of the famous vermouth created by his father, Joseph, in 1813. The tour is spectacular ! Over the course of a guided tour, we visit the chai des Mistelles, the herbalist or the Enclosure, a cave open to the sky exceptional.
casks of wood, these large barrels, some dating back to the Nineteenth century, patiently wait under the sun in Marseillan. Wine tasting, initiation into the technique of ” dodinage “, workshop and cocktail bar complement the program. Don’t forget to make a hook by the store for pretty shopping.
Maison Noilly Prat. 1 rue Noilly 34340 Marseillan. Tel. : 04 67 77 20 15. www.noillyprat.com
Sleep in the heart of vineyards at the Domaine Saint-André The domaine Saint-André is composed of two cottages all comfort in the heart of the vineyard. Domaine Saint-André
Between Mèze and Marseillan, the Domain Saint-André cultivates 30 hectares of vines on the heights of the pond of Thau. Away from the road, the building – a folly vineyard – is framed by a mediterranean garden and a large orangery, where you can stroll in the hot hours of the summer.
Two cottages, “Sun” and “Azure”, are planned for the reception of four persons each. Cottages all comfort in the heart of the vineyard from which the rental is combined with a guided tour of the property. Welcome basket and bottle of wine offered at the comers. Don’t miss the trail of vines, a 20 minute walk away with views of the pond of Thau.
Domaine Saint-André, Rte de Marseillan 34140 Mèze. 94 € per night until the end of June and 1 000 € the week in July and August. Tel.: 04 99 04 94 73, domainesaintandre.com
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This vintage, 100% piquepoul gives a cool white golden colour. Lemon, pear and ginger intertwine on the nose. The palate is full-bodied, with notes of confit and a hint of white pepper.
Picpoul de Pinet-Domaine Felines Jourdan, 7,50 €
With oysters
vermouth emblematic of Noilly Prat with its assemblage of dry white wines macerated with a score of herbs and spices (chamomile, gentian, bitter orange, nutmeg…). Floral notes and spicy, with a bitter finish.
Noilly Prat Original Dry is on sale at the store of Marseillan, 10,50 €
With skewers beef-pepper
Blend of syrah, grenache and mourvèdre, this red temperament has a typical profile of the wines of the Languedoc. High 12 months in oak, it is juicy and has notes impertinent gingerbread.
Kermes, IGP Collines de la Moure, Chateau de Stony, 14 €
Facing the sunset…
rosé crisp grenache and cinsault with notes of grapefruit and red fruit tart. The roundness, pep and charm to this wine for summer.
Insanity Ines, Domaine Saint-André, 7,30 €
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