Winery, Bastide de Blacailloux — Tourves
04 94 86 83 83
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Domaine de Blacailloux — Tourves
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Winery, Bastide de Blacailloux — Tourves
04 94 86 83 83
Vacations & Events
Domaine de Blacailloux — Tourves
04 22 12 00 37
There is a side of Provence that remains quiet. Far from the clichés, it comes alive here, at the foot of Sainte-Baume, where the mistral carves through the air and the night brings the coolness of the mountains. At Blacailloux, we are not the owners of a setting, but the guardians of a living ecosystem.
Our 600-hectare estate is not just a farm—it’s a harmonious coexistence. Here, the vineyards occupy only a part of the landscape, spreading out in small patches amid a living mosaic of woods, clearings, and scrubland. We have always farmed organically, because we believe that the land bears the imprint of those who shape it.
But our ambition goes further: we aim to have a positive impact by 2030 through a regenerative approach. This means, among other things, taking care of our ecosystem so that it will be stronger after we’re gone.
This is the purpose of our 50 beehives that contribute to the ecosystem, our hundreds of olive trees, our flower-filled fallow fields, and our lavender fields—all planted to enhance the diversity of our landscapes. We protect all the species that share our land by taking care not to disrupt their daily lives.
Managing our resources is a daily practice. Now, the Provençal sun works with us: thanks to our solar panel system installed on the roofs of the winery and our warehouses, we generate a significant portion of our own energy, transforming the light that bathes our vineyards into a clean and sustainable resource. This pursuit of energy self-sufficiency is a concrete step toward our goal of becoming a vineyard with a positive environmental impact. It complements our commitment to energy efficiency, from the widespread use of LEDs to state-of-the-art heat pumps.
We chose to renovate rather than build. Each of our country houses has been renovated with respect for its history and Provençal identity. We combine the authenticity of traditional craftsmanship with modern energy efficiency.
Preservation also means managing water with the utmost restraint. From precisely controlled drip irrigation to our natural filtration greenhouse, which treats wastewater from the winery to protect groundwater, every drop is valued. We fight against waste: we eliminate single-use plastic and prioritize reuse, because the best kind of waste is the kind we don’t produce in the first place.
Blacailloux is a story of legacy and resilience. From Marguerite, who planted the first vines in 1917, to her great-granddaughters who carry on the family tradition today, we celebrate the role of women in the world of wine. Through our “Sœurs” cuvée, we take concrete action by donating our profits to various organizations that support women. Our commitment is also rooted in our region. We’re revitalizing the Provence Verte by prioritizing ultra-local partnerships with artisans and producers who share our values of excellence.
Choosing Blacailloux means embracing a slower pace and savoring what truly matters. We don’t seek to impress; we seek consistency. We invite you to experience this untamed elegance, where luxury blends with authenticity to create moments that endure beyond time.
