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It’s a Vine Life – Come and Stay with Us and ‘Harvest’ your wine knowledge

It’s a Vine Life – Come and Stay with Us and ‘Harvest’ your wine knowledge

Visitors have the opportunity to experience the whole winemaking journey here at La Verriere. Harvest is of course an extra special time of the year in the vineyard and the winery, and guests are able to have a unique insight into viticulture and winemaking - quite literally from the grape to the glass. There are a variety of wine-related activities and workshops on offer at La Verriere throughout the year, catering for all levels of wine enthusiasts from novice to collector.

The Vendange (Wine Harvest)

It’s vital that the utmost care is taken to preserve the precious juice of our grapes so that we can turn it into our award-winning wine, so all our grapes are picked by hand and sorted by hand on a vibrating sorting table. Visitors can come and observe the harvest and be part of the incredible atmosphere at this time of year. We can also organise bespoke educational programmes around the harvest too.

Hosts with the Most – Event Hosting Secrets from the Experts

Hosts with the Most – Event Hosting Secrets from the Experts

With years of experience as a Director of Programmes in the world of Think Tanks, Nicole Rolet really is the ‘host with the most’ and is an event planning expert. Along with her incredible hospitality team at La Verriere, she has created bespoke events for government ministers, top CEOs and even royalty. The people at La Verriere certainly know a thing or two about putting on corporate getaways, weddings, conferences and meetings. Here are just a few of the ways in which hospitality at La Verriere goes beyond the normal boundaries.

A Stay that’s Provençal but definitely not Provincial

A Stay that’s Provençal but definitely not Provincial

Imagining a medieval priory as being somewhat basic in what it is has to offer is entirely understandable. But La Verriere is far from basic. Tucked away on the edge of a UNESCO World Heritage Site, a large part of the charm of this whole house hire is its idyllic seclusion. But rather than being a slightly provincial or ‘shabby chic’ place to stay, La Verriere oozes with eco-luxury accommodation and provides guests with a ‘medieval meets modern’ taste of Provence - from the beautiful setting, to the gastronomic organic and locally sourced food, to the biodynamic wines produced from the estate’s ancient vineyards.

Why Historic Buildings Make Such Great Wedding Venues

Why Historic Buildings Make Such Great Wedding Venues

Some people spend years dreaming about their wedding day, so when the day finally arrives it is important for everything to be as perfect as possible. The venue for the wedding is an essential and integral part in creating that most special of days. Everyone has their own personal vision when it comes to the ideal wedding venue, but historic buildings are a popular choice for some very good reasons.

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There are many beautiful and unique modern buildings in the world. But there is something truly magical about an ancient building, perhaps due to its history and the way it may have been used, adapted and remodelled over the years. Holding your wedding in a venue that is steeped in history adds that extra special ingredient to the ‘Perfect Wedding’ recipe. It can make you and your guests feel as though you have been transported back to a bygone era and is an ideal choice for people who have a theme that can be reflected in the historic surroundings. As a 9th Century Priory, La Verrière has the benefit of being a substantial house in a breathtaking setting, with an austere religious past – making it adaptable to many different wedding themes.