WELCOME TO CHATEAU DE PARAZA A ROYAL WINERY IN THE SOUTH OF FRANCE PRACTICAL INFO CHÂTEAU DE PARAZA 1, RUE DU VIALA 11200 PARAZA FRANCE +33 617 875 146 contact@chateau-de-paraza.com GPS: 43.249881, 2.83005 DANGLAS FAMILY OWNER & WINE-MAKER www.chateau-de-paraza.com
IN LANGUEDOC, OVERLOOKING THE CANAL DU MIDI, THE DANGLAS FAMILY WELCOMES YOU TO VISIT THIS 17TH CENTURY CASTLE, AND TO EXPERIENCE THEIR PASSION VIA A FASCINATING WINE TASTING IN THEIR CELLAR. YOU WALK INTO A PLACE FULL OF HISTORY. ALONGSIDE PINE FORESTS, OLIVE GROVES AND VINEYARDS, YOU LIVE TIMELESSLY HERE. FEATURING A SWIMMING POOL AND VAST TERRACED GARDENS, IT IS A HALT WITH AN EXCEPTIONAL VIEW OF THE PYRENEES MOUNTAINS. AN ULTIMATE PROMISE OF A COSY OVERNIGHT STAY BEFORE SETTING OFF TO EXPLORE THE SACROSANCT WINE ROUTE OR THE BANKS OF THE CANAL DU MIDI. ELEGANCE & AUTHENTICITY French-style ceilings, herringbone parquet flooring, shimmering silk curtains, cloister with marble columns from Caunes, everything contributes to add charm to this intimate and family-friendly address. Four suites have been elegantly restored in every wing of the Chateau, with a special mention for our luxurious bathrooms. SECRETS OF LANGUEDOC Sublimated into a guest house, it is a preserved place which offers numerous unusual experiences off the beaten track: historic visits, a wine & culinary discovery, a pleasant pause in the haven of tranquility and well-being, wine tour... Awakening certainly your spirit and sense.
BED & BREAKFAST IN THE CHATEAU In the Chateau, you will appreciate the spaciousness of the place, the comfort of the bathrooms and those refined decorations. Ideal for a romantic stay for couples, family members or friends (exclusive reservation of the Chateau available). SERVICE AVAILABLE Private swimming pool Spa (hammam, jacuzzi) Tennis Court Garden & Park Wine tasting at the cellar Private parking Free Wi-Fi
A ROYAL BREAKFAST After a night of royal sleep in one of our suites in the Chateau, nothing is better than enjoying your breakfast in the dining room, surrounded by walls entirely covered with original tapestry. It is our pleasure to serve you an original French breakfast with fresh products and homemade specialties. DISCOVER THE RIQUET S TERRACES Besides the Baron Jougla Paraza, and the Count Forton, the engineer Paul Riquet was also a frequent visitor during the construction of the Canal. To thank his hosts for six years of hospitality, Paul Riquet built seven terraces that cascade down to the Canal du Midi and give a glimpse of an ancient French garden with marble fountains and boxwood. THE SWIMMING-POOL In the shelter of the cloister surrounded by marble pink columns from Caunes, it is great to take some time to relax alongside the swimming pool, sip a glass of wine and admire the view. LUXURY LIES IN SIMPLICITY AND ELEGANCE, A WARM AND FRIENDLY WELCOME AND A CAREFUL ATTENTION TO EVERY SINGLE DETAIL. WE PUT OUR HEARTS TO PRESENT THIS UNIQUE HERITAGE OF WINE AND HISTORY BY OFFERING PREMIUM WINE TOURS FOR THE DEMANDING TRAVELERS OF THE WORLD..
A ROYAL WINERY There could not be more emblematic of a travel in destination of Sud de France than an oenological step in the cellar of the Chateau de Paraza. A real pleasure for lovers of history, nature and wine. THE CHATEAU DE PARAZA REPRESENTS THE GUARDIAN OF TRADITIONAL WINE MAKING. WITH LOVE AND RESPECT FOR THE ENVIRONMENT, THE DANGLAS FAMILY GROWS 75 HECTARES OF VINES ON THE SLOPES WITH CHALKY-CLAYEY SOILS. THE GOAL IS TO BEST EXPRESS THE TERROIR MINERVOIS. THE WINES ARE ELABORATED TO BE RICH, FRUITY AND FULL-BODIED WITH A NICE BALANCE BETWEEN STRENGTH AND FINESSE. THEY ARE APPRECIATED WORLDWIDE.
DATING BACK TO THE 18TH CENTURY, THE WINERY GIVES A LASTING IMPRESSION. FROM THE TASTING SPACE, WE CAN GLIMPSE AT THE PARK WHERE GREEN OAKS AND ALEPPO PINES MAKE YOU FEEL OUT OF TIME. INSIDE, WE APPRECIATE THE CELLAR, COMBINING TRADITION AND MODERNITY, CEMENT AND STAINLESS STEEL VATS, AND A WINE-AGEING ROOM WITH OAK BARRELS. IN THE GLASS, GLORY UNION OF SYRAH, GRENACHE AND MOURVEDRE FOR THE REDS, OR ROUSSANNE AND WHITE GRENACHE FOR THE WHITES. PASSION FOR WINE Proud of our 100 meters long winery, we like to share our passion for wine-making and for the specific Languedoc terroir. Walk through the vineyard, visit the cellar, taste the wines, from the vineyard to the cellar all the secrets of the wine will be revealed. Wine-tasting Walk though the vineyard GOURMET TEMPTATION For gourmets, we recommend a stop at the bar to savour local specialties : only products finely selected for their delicacy and character, or directly coming from our organic vegetable garden. In the plate, assortments of cheese, bellota ham, and tapas both traditional and revisited. Food & Wine pairings Local Delicacies
PRICES 2017 The prices of guest rooms provided are based on one night for two people, breakfast and aperitif included; A wine tasting in the cellar is also offered. All the prices are counted in Euro (EUR) and include VAT at the prevailing rate of 10%. Price for extra person: 30 per person per day Calendar of Shoulder Season: from 3/04/2017 to 2/06/2017 - from 3/10/2017 to 5/11/2017 Calendar of Peak season: from 3/06/2017 to 2/10/2017 (Beyond these periods, please contact us) NIGHT IN THE KING S SUITE With its luxurious tapestries, French style ceilings, shimmering silk curtains, and stone fireplaces, the atmosphere of the King s Suite immerse you in the Ages of Louis 14 with a view of Courtyard of the Castle. Period Beds 190*150 cm and 200*140 cm NIGHT IN THE SUITE OF RIQUET Spacious and elegant, the Suite of Riquet once accommodated the famous architect Paul Riquet during his construction of the Royal Canal, with a magnificent view of Terraces of the Castle and the Plain of Aude till the Pyrenees mountains. Bed of 180 * 200cm NIGHT IN THE COUNTESS SUITE With its golden reflections, The Countess suite introduces you a moment full of relaxation and pleasure with a view of the Courtyard of the Castle and the swimming pool in the shelter of Cloister. Bed of 180 * 200cm NIGHT IN THE BARON JOUGLA S SUITE Spaciousness and refinement are the major expressions to describe the Baron Jougla s suite, with a view of the Terraces of Riquet and the the swimming pool in the shelter of cloister, a privileged access to the pool. Bed of 180 * 200cm Shoulder season // Peak season 225 // 245 225 // 245 225 // 245 225 // 245 If you would like to spend several nights in the same accommodation, we would be pleased to welcome you for staying longer with us and to offer you 15% off discount on your stay counting from the 2nd night. DANGLAS Family Owner Wine-Maker 1 rue du Viala 11200 Paraza FRANCE chateaudeparaza@gmail.com +33.(0)9.64.33.37.43 For more information: www.chateau-de-paraza.com
INITIATION TO WINE TASTING For this practical course adapted to beginners, follow our winemaker to understand how to serve and taste wine properly and learn which factors contribute to make a good wine (grape varieties, terroirs, techniques). Tasting of 7 wines. About 2h30 45 / pers 85 / couple INITIATION TO WINE MAKING For people with a serious interest for wine, this course presents the different steps in the wine-making process, from the work required in the vines to the cellar. Learn the various parameters influencing wine quality and appellation. Tasting of 10 wines. About 4h 85 / pers 150 / couple MASTERCLASS LANGUEDOC WINES The «Master-Level Sud de France» course is designed to provide an in-depth understanding of the wines, history and landscape of this diverse area (WSET level 2-3). 14h including the exam Consult us QUAD BIKING THROUGH THE VINEYARD Follow the guide on a quad bike in the vineyard and along the banks of the Canal du Midi. During this ride, you will drive on the paths in our vineyard and enjoy the many viewpoints of the region, from the Canal to the Pyrénées mountains. From 30 min to full day ride. From 30 PICNIC IN THE VINES For all those who dream to wander in the vines and along the Canal and enjoy lunch in a beautiful secret spot, we prepare you a picnic basket full of delicious homemade and local products and wine to pair with your bucolic break. 16 / pers 30 / couple EXCLUSIVE TRUFFLE WORKSHOP Gourmet cooking and discovery workshops: presentation of the different types of truffles, tips to buy and preserve them until preparation, tasting of fresh truffles, wine and food pairings, cooking class to learn how to make truffled butter and other preparations. From 1h30 to full day workshop. Consult us
A UNIQUE STAY IN THE SOUTH OF FRANCE A REFINED AND COZY ATMOSPHERE IN A 17TH CENTURY CASTLE ELEGANT AND SPACIOUS SUITES WITH GORGEOUS BATHROOMS A HAVEN OF PEACE ALONG THE CANAL DU MIDI MONUMENTAL SITES TO VISIT: MEDIEVAL CITY OF CARCASSONNE, FONTFROIDE ABBEY, CATHAR CITY OF MINERVE DISCRETE WELCOMING AND CARE FROM THE DANGLAS FAMILY TASTING OF THE WINES OF THE ESTATE WITH THE WINEMAKER WWW.CHATEAU-DE-PARAZA.COM