Chocolaterie Castelain

In 1994, Bernard Castelain founded La Chocolaterie in the heart of the famous Châteauneuf-du-Pape vineyards. The union of chocolate and wine gave birth to his first chocolate, Palet des Papes: a perfect balance between dark chocolate and Marc de Châteauneuf du Pape.
Committed to the quality of its products, the chocolate factory makes top-of-the-range chocolates every day, selecting quality raw materials and adding traditional know-how that honors French gastronomy.

The company is committed to local, artisanal production, notably through the "Chocolat de France" label, ECOCERT certification, which launched the first chocolates in 2000, and the "Charte Pur Beurre de Cacao" (Pure Cocoa Butter Charter), which reinforces its commitment to quality.

Every day, a passionate and welcoming team contributes to the success of Chocolaterie Castelain, which now has 3 stores in Provence.

All year round, the company offers video projections (in F, GB, D, NL, I), guided tours, workshops and themed courses for young and old alike.

Free all year round:
- Video projection on the history of chocolate and cocoa farming (duration 25 minutes, in F, GB, D, NL, I)
- glimpse of the production workshops through the large picture windows
- visit to the 200 m2 "Gourmet & Gourmand" boutique: chocolates, direct sales from the factory and free tasting of specialties: Palet des Papes & Picholine. Specialties and products from Provence: nougats, calissons, tapenade, candied fruits, syrups. Wines and spirits, selection of wines from Châteauneuf-du-Pape, Côtes du Rhône, Côtes du Ventoux, Vins doux naturels, liqueurs de Provence.

- Chocolate mold decoration workshop for children
3 years and over - Price: €15 for individuals
- 1h30 workshop (making a mold and a gourmet
a gourmet bar) - Prices: 25€ for children 30€ for adults
- Introductory workshop Wine and Chocolate pairing (for groups, please ask for a quote)
- Self-guided workshop for adults - approx. 20min - Price: 10€ for individuals.
- Commented workshop - 1h upon reservation - Price: 25€ for individuals
- Les ateliers du Chocolat: (for individuals and groups of 5 to 15 people) to learn how to make your own chocolates, 3 hours of sweetness to be enjoyed without moderation
in the company of the master chocolatier. You'll leave with your own production in hand. Prices on request.

- Themed courses (groups of 10 to 25 people). - Incentive games, blind tastings,
on reservation. Prices on quotation according to chosen theme.

You can round off your visit with another
another gourmet break at the Bar à Chocolat with hot chocolate and treats (menu and prices on site).
prices on site)