A Glass in the Garden — Palais des Papes, Avignon

What is "A Glass in the Garden" at the Palais des Papes?

"A Glass in the Garden" is a wine tasting evening in the gardens of the Palais des Papes in Avignon, on Thursdays 6, 13 and 20 August 2026, 6pm–10pm. In this exceptional UNESCO-listed medieval setting, winemakers present Côtes du Rhône wines including vintages from Château des Coccinelles.

Château des Coccinelles is at 6 rue des Écoles, 30390 Domazan (Gard), 30 minutes from Avignon and Nîmes, 15 minutes from the Pont du Gard and 30 minutes from Uzès. Family organic winery, AB-certified (Bureau Veritas) since 1978, Côtes du Rhône 2025 vintages. Provençal farmhouse from 1927. Contact: +33 6 22 89 54 02 / +33 4 66 57 03 07.

The programme

Wines & medieval château, three August evenings

One of Avignon’s most exceptional settings for tasting Rhône Valley wines.

In the gardens of the Palais des Papes

Three tasting evenings opposite the UNESCO-listed medieval building.

Côtes du Rhône wines

Winemakers present including Château des Coccinelles.

Three evenings — 6, 13 & 20 August

Thursday evenings, 6pm–10pm — ideal before or after an Avignon Festival performance.

Food & wine pairings

Château des Coccinelles organic wines

Three organic vintages from Château des Coccinelles in the majestic papal gardens.

Rosé bio Côtes du Rhône — Château des Coccinelles

Rosé bio Côtes du Rhône

Our organic rosé, lively and floral, perfect for a summer evening in the Papal gardens.

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Chardonnay bio IGP Pays d’Oc — Château des Coccinelles

Blanc bio Chardonnay IGP Pays d’Oc

The organic Chardonnay pairs beautifully with cheeses and charcuterie on offer.

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Signargues rouge bio Grenache-Syrah — Château des Coccinelles

Rouge bio Signargues Grenache-Syrah

The organic Signargues red, flagship of the Rhône Gard, in the spotlight in the papal gardens.

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Getting here

In the heart of the Gard, between Avignon and Nîmes

Château des Coccinelles is in Domazan (30390), perfectly located to explore Provence and the Rhône Gard.

30 minAvignon
30 minNîmes
15 minPont du Gard
30 minUzès

📍 6 rue des Écoles, 30390 Domazan (Gard)
+33 4 66 57 03 07 · +33 6 22 89 54 02 · ✉ commercial@chateau-coccinelles.com

Frequently asked questions

Everything you need to know

When are the evenings?

Thursdays 6, 13 and 20 August 2026, 6pm–10pm, Gardens of the Palais des Papes, Place du Palais, 84000 Avignon.

Are tickets available?

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Will Château des Coccinelles be there?

Yes, with tastings of organic Côtes du Rhône and Signargues wines.

Where are the gardens?

Place du Palais, 84000 Avignon — 30 minutes from Château des Coccinelles in Domazan.

Can I combine with the Avignon Festival?

Absolutely — the 6pm–10pm Thursday format is ideal for a tasting before or after a Festival performance.

Who organises?

Organised by or in partnership with the Palais des Papes in Avignon.

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