Pick your grapes in a Provencal wine harvest with Hotel Crillon le Brave
Wine aficionados can now rejoice. Set in the heart of Provence amid lush vineyards and olive groves, the rustic Hotel Crillon le Brave is now offering oenophile’s a rare opportunity to participate in their annual Vendanges (grape harvest) with an all-inclusive three-day weekend package. Available from September 29 – October 2, the package includes three nights of accommodation, daily breakfast and dinner (*not including wine and other beverages with dinner), one picnic lunch and two half-days of participation in the grape harvest of the acclaimed Château Pesquié vineyard (where evidence of wine cultivation dates back to the 14th century!) including picking and transporting grapes to the caveau (wine vault) and learning about the different kinds of grapes including the ideal time for harvest, the wine-making process and taste analysis from winemaker and estate owner, Paul Chaudiere. The package is available for €1,300 ($1,873) for a standard room or €1,550 ($2,233) for a deluxe room based on double occupancy.The Hotel Crillon le Brave is ideal haven of simple sophistication with its seven beautifully restored stone houses dating from the 16th and 17th century, linked by bridges, cobblestone walkways and hidden courtyards. The Provençal accommodations include 23 rooms, seven suites and a two-bedroom house, each decorated with a mix of contemporary furnishings and shabby-chic accents. Guests can also explore the hotel’s terraced gardens or take a dip in the swimming pool, tour the historic village on complimentary bikes, or play on the nearby tennis and boules courts. An open-air spa at Hotel Crillon le Brave offers a selection of therapeutic body treatments. The Hotel Crillon le Brave’s restaurant does not disappoint in serving the authetic southern region cuisine. Set in a rustic cellar with an open fireplace and terrace, the restaurant serves up flavorful regional cuisine, served with local Rhône wines to enhance the experience. To make a reservation, call +33 (0)4 90 65 61 61 or email reservations@crillonlebrave.com