Château de Taurenne

Aups, France

The Château de Taurenne is steeped in history. The castle, founded in the eleventh century, is magnificent and imposing with its 5 round towers. It is the center of an area of 253 hectares located between Aups and Tourtour. The estate has 8500 olive trees.

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Aups, France
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Founded: 11th century
Category: Castles and fortifications in France
Historical period: Birth of Capetian dynasty (France)

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Françoise (6 months ago)
Magnificent estate with an exceptional view of the olive fields. Just as perfect a welcome and remarkable tasting quality from a enthusiast of his field. Difficult to make a choice among these oils with varied and refined tastes Too bad not to have closer access to the castle itself Absolutely worth discovering
Philemon Block (14 months ago)
A nice little olive grove. They produce one of the best olive oils I ever tried. You can order it online, however if you are close it is worth a visit. they have a small shop where you can try the different olive oils before you buy them. The staff is really friendly and explain the different flavors and the history of the place.
chris christian (21 months ago)
An olive oil of a very very high quality.. To taste even raw....
Yann FERNANDEZ (23 months ago)
Excellent.
Fred Goffin (2 years ago)
For 3 years we have come expressly from Belgium to pick up our oils at the Château during our holidays. We were delighted to introduce the oils to my parents-in-law for a tasting. Disappointment today! Greeted by a middle-aged lady, we think we disturbed her during her nap. Tasting non-existent, and when my mother-in-law asks what Bouteillan oil is made of, she answers: "dhuile"!....
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