30 room exclusive farmhouse for sale in Aix-en-Provence, French Riviera

Discover this historical wine estate spanning 276 hectares (650 acres) of serene andbreathtaking natural beauty, nestled amidst the gentle embrace of Provence's rolling hills with no urbanization in sight. This exceptional property features 55 hectares of premiumorganic vineyard, with the potential to expand up to 100 hectares, making it a rare gem for wine enthusiasts, nature lovers, grand estheticians and people alike. Renowned as a pioneer in crafting internationally rewarded Provence wines, this profitable turn-key estate boasts an outstanding terroir, a unique microclimate at altitude, and a spectacular winery equipped for international sales. Beyond its viticultural prestige and heritage, the property includes a magnificent château offering over 1.000 m² of charismatic living spaces, 200 m² of events spaces plus a splendid underground art gallery. The main house overlooks a vast baroque-inspired, landscaped garden and a sculpture park showcasing impressive monumental outdoor artworks. The park has several picturesque terraces, a sumptuous allée of plane trees grown through centuries, an idyllic swimming pool, a tennis court and a boule pitch. The surrounding vast forests hold old oaks trees, incl. oak truffle trees, and pines. The authentic expression of the main house has been kept intact, the most ancient part dating back to 1789. Over the following years, the building has been extended and renovated. The same goes for the 4 charming, independent guest houses. The château has a unique atmosphere, balancing exclusive grandeur and casual intimacy. The underground gallery underlines the artistic heritage of the property, exposing art works by e.g. Bresson, Cécar and Arman. The gallery is used as an additional event space for art exhibitions and dinners seating up to 100 people.The estate spans over 276 hectares, including 55 hectares of meticulously cultivated vineyards (potential to double to 100 hectares). Located at an altitude of 350 to 500 meters, the soil is dominated by the characteristic limestone clay. The vineyard thrives in a cool climate with important temperature fluctuations between day and night during the ripening period. These ideal microclimatic conditions foster a slow, balanced grape maturation, creating wines of remarkable freshness, structure, and exceptional aging potential. The vineyard benefits from access to the Canale de Provence with its own watering system. Dedicated to preserving the sustainable integrity of the patrimonial land, the estate follows organic farming practices, ensuring harmony between nature and viticulture. Every element of the vineyard is designed to respect the soil and terroir, yielding handcrafted and handpicked organic wines that reflect Provence's finest qualities. The estate/property is famous for its spectacular wine cellars. The spacious cellars beautifully merge a historical, classical wine cellar environment with a contemporary, technical wine production. The historical part of the cellars was established in the 19th century whereas the modern facilities were created in 1972, through a visionary construction with several underground levels curved out and dug into the limestone mountain. The site is equipped with over 50 modern stain-less steel tanks while the stunning underground cellars hold 350 wooden barrels. An astonishing separate cave contains 150.000 bottles, while a historical reserve holds vintages back in time. Finally, the cellars present an extraordinary museal chamber presenting the historical mega wooden barrels. The estate produces gastronomic red, white and rosé wines that are praised by global opinion makers within the wine world and have been awarded with numerous international scores/medals. The wines are sold in France and successfully exported. The customers are mainly leading wine shops and qualitative restaurants, incl. many Michel-starred restaurants. Parallelly, a part of the wines is sold to private consumers in the wine shop at the estate. The wine production is run by a highly qualified organization of skilled employes, headed by the general manager for many years who is an educated agronomist and oenologist as well as an excellent, well-respected winemaker. Details on the living spaces of the château The over 1.000 m²of living spaces embodies luxury and elegance with an interior seamlessly combining tradition and modern comfort. The ambiance is classy yet cool at the same time, historical yet contemporary. The main house of 620 m²has 3 floors. The ground floor includes a wonderful sitting hall with an original fireplace, a fantastic and fully equipped country kitchen, an elegant garden salon, and various staff rooms e.g. linen room, laundry etc. On the first floor, a large reception with a marble fireplace and access to a beautiful balcony (staircase to the terrace) with fabulous views to the terrace/garden/vineyard, a marvelous dining/tasting room for up to 20 seated persons (with access to the balcony) and a peaceful library with a decorative fireplace and walls covered by elegantly integrated book shelves (one representing a hidden door to a ‘secret’ bedroom). The 3 living rooms are connected, which creates an inspiring setting for receptions and relaxation. The second floor comprises two suites and two bedrooms, also offering splendid views over the terraces, parc, vineyards, and surrounding countryside. The main house is complemented by four charming, independent guesthouses/apartments, perfect for hosting guests, generating rental income, or housing staff: Apartment 1 (60 m²): Living room, bedroom, and bathroom Apartment 2 (60 m²): Living room, kitchen, bedroom, and bathroom Apartment 3 (120 m²): Living room, kitchen, three bedrooms, and bathroom Apartment 4 (160 m²): Living room, kitchen, three bedrooms, and bathroom An additional villa of 130 m² (today vineyard foreman house) The magnificent château and the breathtaking surroundings are fulfilling the dream of an authentic Provence spirit and lifestyle. This combined with the exceptional vineyard and terroir, the state-of-the art winemaking facilities, the highly awarded wines and the refined living spaces, represents a rare opportunity on the market. With a luxurious lifestyle, great viticultural potential, and a preserved natural heritage, this estate is a unique property, ideal for a private residence, an ambitious wine project, an exclusive guesthouse or a prestigious boutique hotel. Explore a life of luxury, preserved natural beauty and ultimate comfort with this amazing property offered by Sotheby’s International Realty. NB The historical art collection in the underground art gallery belongs to the estate and is included in the transaction. All other artworks and decorations on the various photos can be negotiated and purchased separately if of interest.

Additional Property Information:
• Rooms: 30
• Bedrooms: 13
• External size: 2,760,000 m²
• Size: 1,250 m²
• Architectural Style: Other
• Reference: FXKKBL
• View: Mountains
• Car parking: Yes
• Exterior Amenities: Courtyard, Pool, Sports Court