St Emilion
The beautiful medieval town of St Emilion is sited upon two great limestone hills overlooking the river valley of the Dordogne.
In autumn take breathtaking walks through the vivid, vine covered countryside as grapes are gathered in the season called 'le temps des vendanges' and in spring enjoy the softness of the new leaves' growth.
A tour through one of the premier wine growing regions offers a cellar full of delights. Discover how your favourite red wine is made; indulge in conversations with the vintners whose families have created prize winning wines for generations.
From our house in a village near St Emilion, take a walk to the 11th century church or to the windmill on the ridge.
Immerse yourself in the busy crowd of the local market place or shop leisurely in St Emilion or Libourne.
Celebrate the successful harvest in the vibrant Festival of St Emilion with street performers, fire works, music and dance, or the Solstice Festival with La Fete de la Musique, or have a delightful evening at a vineyard, with friends.
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