I will be in Menerbes, France in Provence and Ige in Burgundy the first 2 weeks in September. Does anyone have favorite wineries in these areas and if so, how far in advance should I contact them for tours and tastings?

HI gt,

You will be there during harvest season. Don't be disappointed if they don't have time for tours.

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If you want an excellent tour of one of the famous Chateauneuf du Pape wineries, book an English tour at Beaucastel – perhaps the most famous winery. Phone 04 90 70 70 60. As I remember, the tour is about 1½ hours and it’s quite informative. Book a week in advance.

Getting to Beaucastel is a little difficult. I’ve wandered back & forth a few times – even after getting there OK once. Beaucastel is just south & a little east of Orange. I think I got there by going to Jonquieres then traveling on the road that is a bridge over the A7 just to the west & near the freeway exit. Follow the signs to Beaucastel.

Stu Dudley

Thank you so much for taking the time to reply. It was really appreciated.