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If you’re thinking of visiting the Southern Rhone, you should consider a stay at Domaine Rouge-Bleu.  The estate is in the Cotes du Rhone and is close to all the towns you might want to visit: Rasteau, Cairanne, Gigondas, and of course, Chateauneuf-du-Pape.  They have three beautiful B&B rooms overlooking the vineyards.  Thomas and Caroline will help you with lots of local advice on where to go and especially where to eat! (click on any photo to start the slide show).

A view to the domaine from the vineyard.

The Dentelles de Montmirail

To the galets near Chateauneuf

Not just in Chateauneuf-du-Pape. The ground is filled with galets from ancient riverbeds.

Farming approaches of several owners are visible between adjacent tracts. Vines trained on a wire.

New growth reaching for the sun.

Creek-side flora

Flowers at the edge of the vineyard.

Lavender near the vineyard, getting ready to flower

May 20, 2014 the grapevines have budded, almost ready to flower.

You select the focus point to set the stage

A beautiful spot to enjoy the afternoon sun.

A comfortable common room.

A beautiful breakfast is ready each morning.

Icon to Southern Rhone fans, the Dentelles are a constant backdrop

Eating outdoors is just one of the joys of Provence

Tomatoes four ways, lovely 1st course

Local wine

Angelus Pizzeria in Ste. Cecile les Vignes

Angelus pizza: put an egg on it!

Look for fascinating details and make them shine.

Exploring a quiet Provencal town at night

If you decide to go:

Domaine Rouge-Bleu

FX restaurant in Ste. Cecile les Vignes

Angelus Pizzeria in Ste. Cecile les Vignes