By Stéphane Durand.
5 remarkable vegetable gardens, cultivated on exceptional estates
From the Camargue to the Médoc, via Corsica and Provence, discover 5 exceptional estates where nature inspires the table and the art of living, where carefully cultivated vegetable gardens offer locavore foods that go straight from harvest to plate.
What if true luxury meant reconnecting with the land? From the wild Camargue to the gentle Provençal countryside, from the hills of Corsica to the vineyards of Bordeaux, Plume Travels opens the doors to five exceptional estates, where nature and gastronomy are one and the same.
The Murtoli Estate, naturally bright
In southern Corsica, between sea and scrub, lies a timeless estate where nature reigns supreme: welcome to Murtoli. More than just a place to stay, this vast green setting cultivates excellence at every turn, from the organic vegetable garden to the Michelin-starred plate. Imagine olive groves as far as the eye can see, flocks of ewes and fields of green grass.
La Chassagnette: A Helpful Companion for the Vegetable Garden
by Stéphane Durand. Just outside Arles, nestled between wild landscapes and golden light, lies a culinary oasis unlike any other: La Chassagnette. From farm to table, featuring a 3-hectare permaculture garden. Nature sometimes needs a little help—a fact that chef Armand Arnal fully understands, which is why he has entrusted 8 gardeners with the
Maison D’Estournel: The Beauty of the Terroir in the Heart of the Saint-Estèphe Vineyards
In the heart of the Haut-Médoc, amidst the Saint-Estèphe vineyards that produce the famous grand cru classé Château Cos d'Estournel, between gourmet gardens and wine heritage, nestles a confidential address where luxury and legendary terroir meet: Maison d'Estournel. If the Médoc is renowned for its wines, don't forget that the Gascony region of France is also renowned for its wines.
La Bastide de Marie: Nature at Its Best
by Stéphane Durand. Nestled in the hills of the Luberon, where Provence reveals its most beautiful secrets, lies a picturesque hamlet called La Bastide de Marie. La Bastide de Marie is located in Ménerbes, listed among the "Most Beautiful Villages of France." Combining beauty and fine dining, La Bastide de Marie is situated in Ménerbes, a small village in
Les Sources de Caudalie: Life in a Castle
by Stéphane Durand At the gateway to Bordeaux, between centuries-old vines and Michelin-starred cuisine, Les Sources de Caudalie celebrates the perfect blend of nature, well-being and haute cuisine. The only luxury hotel in Bordeaux, Les Sources de Caudalie is nestled in the heart of the vineyards of Château Smith Haut Lafitte. And if the place is renowned for its spa with its wooded decor and speciality
