Drink up the History (and the Wine) of the Château de Perdiguier
(firmenpresse) - Anyone who wants to do more than just taste the wines of the famous Languedoc region, who really wants to understand the terroir and environment from which they come, should consider a leisurely tour of the region by barge cruise. France, with its vast rolling landscapes given over to agriculture and viticulture, is best understood by those who take the time to travel through it slowly.
Nowhere is this truer than in the stunning wine-growing region of Languedoc where a leisurely cruise will take you past rows of vines responsible for some of the country
Discover the Ch
You may well be familiar with the name Domaine de Perdiguier (perhaps on the label of one of its acclaimed cabernet sauvignons or the particularly good cabernet-merlot blend, En Auger). But until you have visited its thirteenth-century ch
I would strongly advise taking a morning to explore the ch
The original house, of which there is still architectural evidence today, was built in 1280 and then acquired by the king, Philip IV, in 1291. It remained a royal property until 1375 when it was given to Jean Perdiguier, the royal treasurer of the region. Unfortunately Perdiguier was killed four years later in the Montpellier Rebellion, when he attempted to collect extortionate taxes from the people of the city. Passed down the female line, it was eventually put up for auction in 1793 when it was bought by the Ferni
Wine production is mentioned as part of the estate
Fascinating Architecture
The first thing youojects. However the original thirteenth-century house is still discernable, particularly in the north wing.
Visiting Today
Today, guests can wonder around the ch
Travelling by hotel barge offers more than just an opportunity to find out more about the region
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Paul Newman is the Marketing and E-Systems Executive for European Waterways, the UK''s most respected provider of all-inclusive, luxury river cruises and barge holidays throughout Europe. If you''re looking for an exciting and relaxing barge cruise, France is an ideal choice. Part of a team of experienced barging aficionados, Paul is first in line to endorse the perks of a slow-paced barge cruise to anyone looking for a unique holiday experience.
Datum: 16.01.2018 - 06:26 Uhr
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