Culinary & Farm Tours at Provence Olive Oil Estate
Difficulty
easy
Duration
2 hours
Fitness Level
None required; comfortable walking shoes recommended
Overview
Discover the tradition and flavor of Provence at this intimate olive oil workshop. Learn, taste, and enjoy the region’s rich culinary heritage in a setting that’s as beautiful as it is authentic.
Provence Olive Oil Gourmet Workshop
Starting at €114 | 2 hours | Parties of 6 to 20 | Ménerbes
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About This Adventure
Immerse yourself in the art of olive oil production at a stunning Provençal estate. This two-hour experience includes a guided tour of the olive grove, an olive oil tasting to explore unique aromas, and a delightful pairing of local cheeses and seasonal bruschetta. Discover the passion behind every drop of liquid gold!
Rates
Adult (Ages 13+) €89
Duration
2 Hours
Location
Gordes
About
Producing olive oil is a completely natural act. This has a lot to do with the quality of the fruit, but also with passion and delicacy. The olive oil of our farm is the excellence of a blend where the Luberon terroir and its climate, the character of the varieties grown, the care of harvests carried out entirely by hand and an organic approach carried out in compliance with biodiversity and our health.
Discover the secrets behind exquisite extra virgin olive oil - the liquid gold of the Provence. Extra virgin olive oil from Provence & wine & cheese tasting
Our experience includes:
- Welcome to the farm, invitation to a refreshing drink
- Olive grove visit, explanation about the history, process, benefits...
- Olive oil tasting, how to identify aromas, olive oil profile, intensities...
- Follow with a pairing of a vegetable (local and seasonal) bruschetta, local cheese and extra virgin olive oil or homemade bread and local cheeses with extra virgin olive oil, perfect pairing! and local wine
NOTE
After booking we will send all the details of the reservation, as well as the location of the winery and the contact of the producer.
If you wish to propose another day or time for the experience, send us a message and we will do our best to reschedule, or we can include one more experience for all day.
Adventure Tips
Bring your own tasting notes
Use your senses to identify aromas and flavors during the tasting session.
Arrive early
Get there a few minutes before the start to fully enjoy the surroundings.
Wear comfortable shoes
The estate walk involves uneven terrain — suitable footwear makes a difference.
Savor the pairing
Don’t rush through tasting — take time to appreciate the combinations.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- European green lizard
- Swallows nesting in the estate trees
History
The estate has been family-run for over 150 years, maintaining traditional methods of olive oil production since the 19th century.
Conservation
The farm practices sustainable agriculture, using integrated pest management and organic composting to preserve the local ecosystem.
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Recommended Gear
Comfortable walking shoes
Necessary for walking through the estate and olive groves comfortably.
Notebook and pen
Perfect for jotting down tasting notes or favorite oils.
Sun protection
A hat and sunscreen help you stay comfortable during outdoor walks.
spring|summer|fall specific
Camera or smartphone
Capture the scenery and moments from your experience.