Luberon: Olive Oil & Wine Tasting & Aromatisation Workshop

Luberon, Marseille



Discover Provençal olive oil traditions through tastings of local oils and wines, then create your own aromatic olive oil to take home.

Highlights

  • History of olive oil in Provence. Stories & traditions of the region.
  • Visit the olive oil museum. Discover the history of olive cultivation.
  • Taste a selection of local oils. We will learn how to taste oil properly.
  • Hands-on olive oil infusion workshop. You'll create your own flavoured olive oil
  • Apero-degustation of local products.A selection of local cheeses will be served

Description

Discover the flavours and traditions of Provence during this intimate small-group experience dedicated to olive oil and local Provençal savoir-faire.

Your experience begins with an introduction to the world of Provençal olive oil, where you will discover the character, aromas and traditions behind locally produced oils. Enjoy a guided tasting and learn how to recognise different flavours and aromas while discovering the importance of olive cultivation in the Luberon.

The experience continues with a tasting of selected local wines, offering you another opportunity to discover the flavours and character of Provence.

You will then take part in a hands-on workshop to create your own aromatic olive oil, combining olive oil with carefully selected Provençal aromas. This personalised creation allows you to take home a unique souvenir of your time in Provence.

Designed for small groups of no more than 10 participants, this relaxed and convivial experience offers an authentic introduction to Provence through its local products, flavours and traditions.

Includes

  • Guided olive oil tasting
  • Tasting of selected local wines
  • Olive oil aroma workshop
  • All ingredients and materials for the aromatic olive oil workshop
  • Your personalised aromatic olive oil to take home
  • Cultural insights into Provençal olive-growing traditions

Important Information

  • Please arrive 10 minutes before the scheduled start time Meeting point: Domaine de la Royère. 375 route de la Sénancole, Oppède 84580 Duration: 2 hours Your host: Laura Fuentes – Sophie Escapes Experience: Olive oil tasting, local wine tasting and olive oil aromatisation workshop

Easy cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund

Frequently Asked Questions

The workshop includes a visit to the olive oil museum, tasting of local olive oils, an olive oil infusion workshop, and an apéro with local cheeses.
The workshop takes place near Marseille, focusing on the Provence region's olive oil and wine traditions.
The typical workshop duration varies; check the website for current session lengths and schedules.
Yes, participants make their own infused olive oil in a hands-on aromatisation workshop.
No prior experience is needed; the workshop teaches how to taste olive oil properly.
Yes, the workshop includes tasting a selection of local wines alongside olive oils.
The workshop is suitable for adults interested in olive oil, wine, and Provençal culinary traditions.
The museum is located close to Marseille and highlights the history of olive cultivation in Provence.
The cheese selection features local Provençal products to complement the olive oil and wine tasting.
Booking in advance is recommended; check the website for availability and current booking options.

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