Top Poitou-Charentes Classes & Workshops

Enjoy an expert introduction to the 250-year-old spirit of cognac on this 2-hour cognac tasting masterclass. Visit a traditional cognac estate near Segonzac on this small-group tour and learn how its unique flavor is created, why it’s nicknamed the ‘Eau-de-vie’ and how to distinguish between different blends and vintages.

Good morning ! My name is Frédéric Bourgoin. I define myself as a terroirist winemaker and alchemist on the run. My 25 ha vineyard in “Organic Agriculture” conversion is located near Angoulême (Charente, France). The Bourgoin family wine adventure began in 1930 but bottled marketing is much more contemporary: 11/21/2015. Today my bottles are present on more than 150 Michelin-starred restaurants in France (and at the Elysée!). My natural cognacs are: unassembled, unsweetened, without added colorings, and unfiltered. Both young and authentic, my winemaking approach to the cognac category is unique in Charente. Come meet me, the truth is at the bottom of the bottle! 4 people minimum for any reservation.

Come taste the best cognacs in the region during a guided tour and tasting in the Cognac Frapin vineyard. Discover 8 centuries of history and know-how in which 21 generations have succeeded one another in the heart of Grande Champagne. The Frapin house passionately embodies the great tradition of a family established in Charente since 1270.

My name is Jeanne Maze, an Anglo French professional artist and a viticultrice, running my own Cognac vineyard. Come to Domaine de Monplaisir in the beautiful Borderies region of Cognac and experience my two great passions. I will show you our vineyard and my studio and then we will go and paint outside in the vines. If the weather is bad we will work indoors. I work in all different mediums, pastel, gouache, oil and charcoal. I will show you how to expand your approach to working outdoors and help with all aspects of your painting / drawing technique. Beginners are welcome, and basic materials are included. More experienced artists are welcome to bring their own equipment. My aim is that you'll walk away with a greater confidence in your art and will have thoroughly enjoyed your time in our vineyard!