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Cooperative winery of MONTBLANC INDUSTRIAL BUT QUALITY The Cooperative Winery of Montblanc has existed since 1937. (Alexandra’s tears), an elegant IGP Oc produced as both a red and a white. The story behind the wine was that it was created when Alexandra Rosenfeld, born in Saint Thibéry, was elected Miss Languedoc in 2005. And it must have brought her luck, because she was elected Miss France and Miss Europe the year after! Wishing to share their experience and passion, the members of the Montblanc cooperative are moving towards wine tourism, so now is the time to meet them. Who knows? They might bring you luck! AVENUE D’AGDE - 34290 MONTBLANC 04 67 98 50 26 - vigneronsdemontblanc.com Cave Coopérative de Montblanc Winery shop open year round. Their wines are modern, aromatic and respectful. GLOSSARY Sexual confusion Sexual confusion is a technique to fight against pa- rasites, notably insects, by disturbing their hormonal reproduction system. It is used in wine growing and arboriculture.. It was officially inaugurated by Albert Lebrun, President of the Republic, on 2nd July 1939. The president of the winery at the time was the illustrious deputy- mayor from Montblanc, Edouard Barthe, who was given the moniker “The Pope of Wine” because of his action to ensure the development of wine legislation in the French parliament. Their wines are modern, aromatic and respectful. Today, 280 cooperative winegrowers oversee the production and sale of their wine from 1500 hectares of vines, nearly a third of which are protected from pests through sexual confusion. The speciality of the winery is to sell the wine in bulk, which gives it an industrial character. ”We are a bulk-selling winery”, explains David Reverbel, the head of production for these IGP and AOC wines, based on a policy of quality using advanced technology which ensures the Montblanc winery’s solid reputation for producing white and rosé wines. Nevertheless, a direct sales outlet is open to the public to sell their two ranges of bottled wines. It’s also a chance to meet David, whose enthusiasm will capture your imagination and put you under the magical spell of his passion for wine. The preferred wine of the winegrowers of Montblanc is “les larmes d’Alexandra” 45 ST. THOMAS GOLF COURSE In the midst of the typically Mediterranean scrubland or ‘garrigue’, Saint-Thomas golf course enjoys a privileged setting. Green spaces and wild nature harmonise beautifully in this exceptional site. It is a verdant oasis where every golfer, whether a beginner or a confirmed player, can satisfy their wishes and improve their technique. Route de Bessan - 34500 Béziers 04 67 39 03 09 - golfsaintthomas.com Golf Saint Thomas