Domaine Lou Capelan

Domaine Lou Capelan

1480 Chemin de Cuges, 83740 La Cadière-d'Azur
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  • Domaine Lou Capelan - Provence - Winery
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  • Domaine Lou Capelan - Provence - Tasting

At the beginning...

The Domaine Lou Capelan is a family business which extends over the Communes of Cadière d´Azur and Le Castellet. The Domaine has several drop-off points: the "Le Mas des Figuiers" sales and tasting cellar is located in Brûlat du Castellet and another outlet in the Chai since June 2014 at Cadière d'Azur: the Domaine Lou Capelan.

The history of the Domaine dates back to 1934, when the Silvestri family, coming from Italy, settled in Brûlat du Castellet to cultivate the vine. The Domaine is a family affair whose know-how and love for the Earth has been passed down from father to son.

The estate originally had only 4 hectares of vines. In 1996, the son Silvestri bought the farm and refurbished it. He produced his first red bandol in 2000, one of which was produced in honor of his father and will bear his name. Since this time, the Domaine has grown steadily and now has 43 hectares of vines.

Domaine Lou Capelan - Provence

Visit on the Provence wine trail

Weekend in the Provence Verte

Provence

4.5/5 (10 reviews)

Bandol wine weekend

Explore the surrounding vineyards of Bandol, a famous seaside resort on the Mediterranean coast, which also deserves to be known for the beautiful wines of the AOC Bandol.

2 days / 1 night from €270 pp

Travellers' review - Domaine Lou Capelan

  • Weekend in Bandol

    First of all, thanks to Vinotrip for the organization. Everything went smoothly and the first visit to the Bunan estate went very well. We were warmly welcomed and given a guided tour, even though it wasn't planned. The same was true of Domaine Lou Capelan, where we were greeted by the owner's son, who told us all about the history of the estate. Everything went very well. At L'hostellerie Berard we had a lovely, clean and well-appointed room. A very warm welcome too, and the restaurant lived up to our expectations. We also spent 2 hours in the very pleasant spa. All in all, a relaxing weekend that lived up to our expectations.

    Alexandra L.

  • Wine weekend in Bandol

    The formula is perfect! Beautiful Bunan estate and fine wine Exceptional welcome at Domaine Lou Capelan with a passionate and warm owner. Perfect welcome at Hostellerie Berard and a succulent gourmet meal. Thank you vinotrip, everything was perfect!

    Brigitte G.

  • Visit two wineries

    Le premier domaine(domaine BENAN) Non-existent welcome Received as a simple wine buyer! Despite my insistence on registering with vinotrip On the other hand, the visit to domaine lou capelan was perfect, with a very warm welcome from the owner's son (2h30 visit). The evening at BERARD's was worthy of its reputation. It was sublime, especially the meal (the welcome at the hotel was also very good). In conclusion, a very good weekend.

    Bruno D.

  • A very pretty interlude

    First of all, a big thank you and bravo to the organization and responsiveness of the Vinotrip team. The Berard hotel is original, nestled in the middle of a village spread over several buildings. The room we had in the same building as the spa was really very nice, the spa is very pleasant, but we didn't have time to enjoy any treatments. The service in the restaurant was very, very good. We had a 3-course menu, + appetizers and coffee mignardises. The quality was good, with just one dish we didn't like as much. The breakfast was decent, without being exceptional for me. As far as the visits are concerned, I give a 5/5 to Domaine Lou Capelan, where the owner himself, who is passionate about his work, welcomed us to tell us about his history and the subtleties of how his wines are made. It was very interesting, and we learned a lot. His equally friendly wife takes care of the tastings. At Domaine Bunan, it's different: we're given a flyer detailing the different stages of winemaking, and it's an open house. The gentleman who gave us the tasting was very friendly, but it's true that this doesn't replace the welcome and explanations given by the owner of the other estate. It was a lovely interlude! We made the most of the moment...

    Katia L.

  • A good time

    It was a lovely introduction to the Bandol region; it’s a shame that the tour of Domaine Bunan wasn’t guided—just a brochure for the eight of us was really disappointing. On the other hand, we received a wonderful welcome at Domaine Lou Capelan—a family of passionate winemakers—so it was truly fascinating. We’ll be back. The Hostellerie Berard lives up to its reputation; we had a very nice stay. The electric bike ride through the vineyards and olive groves was enjoyable and will make us want to come back.

    Marie A.

  • Lou capelan wines

    The Domaine produces Bandol and Vins de Pays wines in three colors: Red, Rosé and White. Grown on poorly fertile limestone soil balanced by the humidity of the sea air and little rain, the grapes retain all their aromas and the richness of their flavors. In addition, thanks to its 3000 hours of sunshine per year and its microclimate, the terroir of Bandol wines benefits from a real sweetness conducive to the production of exceptional wines.

    The harvest is done by hand, which is an obligation of the specifications for Bandol wines, the harvesting machine is prohibited. The grapes of Vins de Pays are also harvested by hand at the Domaine.

    In Bandol, mourvèdre is the main grape variety. Harvested at the beginning of October at late maturity, this grape reveals powerful tannins and makes it possible to produce extraordinary aging wines and brings original and complex aromas to the wines. The Bandol Rouges contain from 75% to 80% of mourvèdre depending on the cuvées and rosés from 35 to 45%.

    A great range of Vin de Pays are produced at Domaine Lou Capelan. You can have fruity wines with Pays du Var wines or drier wines with Vins de Pays du Mont Caume.

    Domaine Lou Capelan - Provence - Wines

  • Wine tourisme at the Lou Capelan Estate

    When you come to the Domaine Capelan, you will start with a 30-minute tour explaining the whole process of wine making. Then, you will continue with a commented tasting of the different local and Bandol wines offered by the Domaine.

    Domaine Lou Capelan - Provence - Wine tourism

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