The Occitanie Wine Route: a 100% local and gourmet journey!

When we talk about terroir, sun, conviviality and taste discoveries... Occitanie ticks all the boxes.
With its 87 wine appellations, renowned local products, and breathtaking landscapes, the region invites you on a sensory journey to the heart of its vineyards.

🍇 Vineyards with a thousand faces

• Gaillac : one of the oldest vineyards in France, with full-bodied reds, pearly whites and surprising sparkling wines.
• Fronton : terroir of Négrette, a unique grape variety found only here, for fruity and spicy wines.
• Cahors : home of Malbec, with its powerful, deep reds.
• Minervois, Corbières, Pic-Saint-Loup… : in Languedoc, reds with character dominate, lulled by the sun and the tramontane.
• Roussillon : kingdom of naturally sweet wines such as Banyuls, Maury or Muscat de Rivesaltes.

🌿 Responsible viticulture

With more than 36,000 hectares cultivated organically , Occitanie is the leading organic wine-growing region in France .
Many areas are committed to sustainable tourism and environmentally friendly methods.

🥂 Experiences to absolutely live, "The Wine Route"

• Tastings in the cellars with the winegrowers
• Walks in the vineyards or Œnorandos®
• Winegrowers' picnics or gourmet markets
• Stays in the heart of the estates , in certified gîtes or guest rooms

🍽️ Wines & local products: the perfect match

What would a good wine be without a beautiful plate?

• Charcuterie from the Tarn , cheeses from the Pyrenees, cassoulet from Toulouse , truffles from the Lot or foie gras from the Gers: each region has its own delicious combination.
• As an aperitif or dessert, try Floc de Gascogne , Muscat de Lunel or Blanquette de Limoux , the world's first sparkling wine (1531!).

📍 A wine route, thousands of getaways

With 21 destinations labeled " Vineyards & Discoveries " , set off to meet those who bring these lands to life. With family, friends or solo, the itineraries are flexible and punctuated with surprises.

🗺️ To go further

• Check out the tours on tourisme-occitanie.com
• Consider the Occitanie Rail Tour : explore the region by train while tasting local products.
• Find out about wine and food events near you: harvest festivals, gourmet markets, tasting workshops, etc.

🛏️ Recommended stop: Marssac-sur-Tarn

A stone's throw from Albi and in the heart of the Gaillac vineyards , Marssac-sur-Tarn is the ideal stopover to discover the wine treasures of the Tarn while enjoying a peaceful setting.

👉 Where to sleep : take a break at 16 Bis – Gîte Hôtel , a friendly, comfortable address, perfect for lovers of wine, nature and regional discoveries.
Easy access, warm welcome, and just minutes from the area's wineries and cellars.

🥳 Conclusion

Discovering the Occitanie Wine Route means treating yourself to an authentic, flavorful getaway deeply rooted in the southern art of living. A rich terroir, passionate people, and experiences that will remain in your memory.