About me
Jean Baptiste Fruchaud,
Your wine expert
For over 20 years, Jean-Baptiste has been exploring the hidden gems of his stunning region, uncovering the secret lanes and caves that few others know about. With his guidance, you can create a personalized experience tailored to your pace, enhanced by his charisma, warmth, and sharp sense of humor. Jean-Baptiste will lead you off the beaten path, ensuring an unforgettable day filled with unique discoveries. During the wine tastings, his witty and insightful commentary will deepen your appreciation of Provence’s finest wines, making your visit truly memorable.
Offer Several Tours
During your journey through Provence, you’ll immerse yourself in the region’s rich terroir and learn the intricacies of winemaking — from grape to bottle. By visiting wineries that preserve time-honored traditions, you’ll savor a selection of Provence’s finest wines, including the region’s signature rosés, aromatic and delicate whites, and robust, structured reds — all crafted to delight your palate.
I offer several tours
Explore Authentic Provence with Trip in Provence
With my network of partners and deep knowledge of the region’s hidden gems, I guarantee exclusive, off-the-beaten-path tours. With me, you’ll discover wineries and vineyards that are usually inaccessible to the public, giving you an authentic and enriching experience.
8h
Embark on a journey through the finest vineyards in the region with this wine-focusedtour. You’ll taste a selection of white, rosé and red wines while learning the secrets oftheir production. The private visits allow you to meet the winemakers and gain a deeperunderstanding of the Provençal terroir.
Full day
8h
For nature lovers, the Lavender Tour takes you to the most famous lavender fields inProvence. You’ll experience the enchanting landscapes and captivating aromas of thisiconic flower.
A fragrant and breathtaking journey!
Full day
8h
Relive the significant moments of Van Gogh’s life by visiting the places that inspired hismajor works. This tour will take you through historical sites and landscapes that shapedhis time in Provence.
Full day
8h
Food lovers will enjoy the gastronomic tour, which includes exploring local markets andtasting regional products. You’ll savor Provençal specialties and discover the culinarytraditions of the region.
Full day
Immersion in French culture
and art of living
Frequently Asked Questions
Can we buy wine directly from the wineries?
Absolutely! After the visits, you’ll have the chance to purchase bottles directly from
the wineries.
Which wineries will we visit?
It depends on the tour you choose. If there’s a specific winery you’d like to visit,
please let me know, and I’ll do my best to include it
Where do we meet?
My tours usually start in Avignon, but we can also start from other locations like
Luberon, Alpilles, Marseille, or Aix–en–Provence. If you’d prefer a different departure point, just ask.
Your Reviews
Charles Liu
Jean Baptiste (“JB”) and his brother were our professional drivers and concierges for 4 full days while we were in Southern Rhone for a couple weeks. They picked up 11 of us every morning in Lamotte du Rhone and drove us to and from Chateauneuf du Pape every day to meet with our favorite winemakers at our favorite Domaines. They were always on time (they were actually always early) every day.
Nick H
The 2 brothers drove 11 friends around Chateauneuf du Pape region for 4 days. They were not only punctual, courteous & sate but also had terrific knowledge of wines, winemakers, local history and many other topics. Absolutely charming people, nothing was too much trouble. They even drove round after we’d left to collect 29 cases of wine from various wineries to take to our shipping forwarding agent. Comfortable, roomy & clean Mercedes V Class vans. Excellent experience and friendly service.
Sasha Verhage
JB and his brother were exceptional drivers for our group of 11 winemakers from Paso Robles. They were always on time, had very pleasant personalities, and drove comfortble high end Mercedes vans. They shared relevant local lore, history, and up and coming winemakers. They enriched our experience exponentially. Also when we were running late or needed a special request they always rose to the occasion. Strongly exceeded expectations- Superb! I would recommend highly to a friend.
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