Le Coteau des Sens

What Le Coteau des Sens does

Le Coteau des Sens is a family-run slow wine tourism destination located in Belvès-de-Castillon, Gironde, France, operated as a diversification of the Château Haut Beynat vineyard owned by Paul and Florence Cardoso. The estate combines accommodation, private wellness, wine experiences, gastronomy, and event hosting on a single property in the AOC Castillon Côtes de Bordeaux appellation, targeting leisure travelers (couples, families, motorhome travelers, wine enthusiasts) and corporate/private event clients. Core products include three guest rooms (Tradition €110/night, Quintessence €120/night, Lyrique €135/night), a self-catering cottage for up to 10 guests, three free motorhome pitches (conditional on product purchase), a private spa (Bora Bora hot tub, infrared sauna, hydrojet, chromotherapy), three structured wine workshops, electric bike rentals, relaxation cabins, and a 150 m² Lounge and Rooftop event space.

The underlying technology stack is conventional and entirely third-party: a WordPress CMS with Divi theme, WooCommerce for the click-and-collect wine store, the Amelia booking plugin for reservations, MailPoet for newsletters, Stripe and PayPal for payment processing, Complianz for cookie consent, and Google Analytics/Burst Statistics for site analytics. No proprietary AI/ML, custom algorithms, or differentiated platform technology is in evidence. The site operates trilingually (French, English, Spanish) and is designed to drive direct bookings without OTA intermediation.

The business model is direct-to-consumer and multi-stream: accommodation nights (€110–€135), DTC wine sales (€6.80–€19.50 per bottle, €55 six-bottle packs, €15 Bag-in-Box), private spa sessions and packages, workshop fees, electric bike rentals, and event hire (e.g., a Portuguese Day event at €35/adult, corporate seminars, weddings). Distribution is exclusively direct via the company website, on-site purchases, or phone reservations; no third-party resellers are used. The business is structurally small (5 employees, single property, ~93 published reviews), family-operated under the GAEC des Vignobles Cardoso legal entity, and holds the Vignobles et Découvertes regional tourism certification.

Name

Le Coteau des Sens

Legal name

GAEC DES VIGNOBLES CARDOSO

Website

https://lecoteaudessens.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1997

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Le Coteau des Sens is a family-run slow wine tourism estate in Belvès-de-Castillon, France, offering accommodation, private spa, wine workshops, and events as a diversification of the Château Haut Beynat vineyard, serving leisure travelers and corporate clients directly.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Wine Tourism

NAICS

Hotels (except Casino Hotels) and Motels (72111), Accommodation (721)

SIC

Hotels, Rooming Houses, Camps & Other Lodging Places (7000), Hotels & Motels (7011)

akta.pro primary industry

Luxury Farmhouses, Country Houses & Vineyard Estates (THAMAEAG)

akta.pro secondary industries

Wineries & Vineyards (Tasting Rooms) (THAFALAE), Gastronomy & Wine-Focused Boutique Hotels (THAGADAG)

Keywords

• Wine tourism
• Guest house accommodation
• Spa and wellness
• Estate wine sales
• Private event venue

Headquarters

HQ city

Belvès-de-Castillon

HQ country

France

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Supply Chain, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Accommodation: Revenue from guest rooms (Tradition at €110/night, Quintessence at €120/night, Lyrique at €135/night — all inclusive of breakfast) and a self-catering cottage for up to 10 guests. Motorhome pitches are free in exchange for purchasing products/services.
2. Wine Sales (Click & Collect): Direct sales of Château Haut Beynat wines via the WooCommerce online store for collection at the estate. Wines include Fût de Chêne (€9.90), Tradition (€8.30), Quintessence (€8.80), Cuvée Lyrique (€19.50), Bel Ami clairet (€6.80), rosé (€6.80), and Bag-in-Box options (€15.00 for 3L).
3. Spa & Wellness: Private spa sessions booked in 1.5 to 3-hour blocks, with additional wellness services from partners. 5-session packages available for solo spa enjoyment. 1.5 hours of spa access is included with accommodation bookings.
4. Events & Private Hire: Revenue from private hire of the Lounge (75 m², capacity up to 80 with marquee) and Rooftop (75 m²) for business events (seminars, team building, afterwork) and private celebrations (weddings, birthdays). Booked via a quote request form. A Portuguese Day event is listed at €35 per adult.
5. Activities & Workshops: Revenue from electric bike rentals (half-day or full day), picnic basket experiences, relaxation area rentals (two spaces, up to 4 people each), and wine workshops (Discovery, Food & Wine Pairing, Blending). Custom workshop requests can be made via a form.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Le Coteau des Sens is a family-run slow wine tourism estate in Belvès-de-Castillon operating as a diversification of the Château Haut Beynat vineyard. It sells overnight stays (three guest rooms, a 10-guest cottage, three motorhome pitches), private spa sessions, wine workshops and tastings, electric bike rentals along Bulle Verte routes, and a 150 m² Lounge and Rooftop venue for seminars and private celebrations. It also retails Château Haut Beynat estate wines through a click-and-collect online store.

Product overview

Le Coteau des Sens is a slow wine tourism destination in Belvès-de-Castillon, operated by GAEC des Vignobles Cardoso as a diversification of Château Haut Beynat vineyard. The offering comprises three accommodation types (three guest rooms named Tradition, Quintessence, and Lyrique; a 10-person cottage; and a free campervan area), wellness facilities (private spa with hot tub and infrared sauna, swimming pool), and experiences (wine workshops, electric bike rentals via Bulle Verte routes, relaxation areas, cabins). The Lounge and Rooftop serve as event spaces for both business seminars and private celebrations. An online wine store sells Château Haut Beynat wines including Fût de Chêne, Tradition, Quintessence, Cuvée Lyrique, Bel Ami Clairet, Rosé, and Bag-in-Box formats. Complimentary summer evening wine tastings are offered daily at 6:30 pm.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Guest Rooms (Tradition, Quintessence, Lyrique) Three air-conditioned guest rooms (Tradition at €110/night, Quintessence at €120/night, Lyrique at €135/night) with private bathrooms, breakfast included, and 1.5 hours of complimentary spa access. Designed for couples and small groups seeking an overnight stay in the Bordeaux wine region.
• The Cottage (Gîte) Self-catering cottage attached to the owners' house, accommodating up to 10 guests with three bedrooms, private bathrooms, a fully equipped kitchen, and outdoor amenities including barbecue, pétanque area, and badminton. Includes 1.5 hours of spa access on the first night.
• Campervan Area Free overnight stays for motorhomes in exchange for purchasing products or experiences. Three pitches available with optional shower (€5), electricity (€5/day), and water (€1/day) services.
• Private Spa Private spa facility featuring a Bora Bora hot tub, infrared sauna with 7 heating elements, hydrojet with 72 massage jets, chromotherapy, and a relaxation area with herbal tea service. Sessions are booked in 1.5 to 3-hour blocks, with 5-session packages available.
• Wine Workshops Three permanent oenology workshops: Discovery Workshop (introduction to estate wines), Food & Wine Pairing Workshop, and Blending Workshop (create your own cuvée). Open to individuals, couples, and groups booking customized sessions.
• Electric Bike Rental (Bulle Verte Routes) Electric bike rental for exploring Bulle Verte routes through the Castillonnais vineyards, available for half-day or full-day with optional picnic basket. Provides self-guided discovery of local cultural, gastronomic, and natural heritage.
• The Lounge & Rooftop Event Space 150 m² venue comprising a 75 m² reception room and a 75 m² rooftop terrace with panoramic vineyard views. Available for business events (seminars, team building, afterwork) and private celebrations (weddings, birthdays), with marquee option up to 80 people and 50 parking spaces.
• Château Haut Beynat Wines Wine collection from the family estate sold via click-and-collect: Fût de Chêne (€9.90), Tradition (€8.30), Quintessence (€8.80), Cuvée Lyrique (€19.50), Bel Ami Clairet (€6.80), Rosé (€6.80), and 3L Bag-in-Box options (€15). Pack Découverte 6-bottle selection priced at €55.
• Summer Wine Tastings (Dégustations Estivales) Complimentary daily wine tastings every summer evening at 6:30 pm featuring Château Haut Beynat wines and house cocktail, with alcohol-free alternatives available. Open to walkers, neighbors, tourists, families, and friends.

Quantifiable outcome

• Rated 'Excellent' based on 93 guest reviews
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers6 records

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles6 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

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API docs

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AI maturity

App detail

Integration6 records

Feature4 records

Partnerships

Six partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Château Haut BeynatcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 1997Château Haut Beynat is the parent vineyard estate owned by the Cardoso family. Le Coteau des Sens is a diversification project of Château Haut Beynat, created to offer a comprehensive slow wine tourism experience. The estate produces wines including Fût de Chêne, Tradition, Quintessence, Cuvée Lyrique, Bel Ami (Clairet), and rosé. Paul and Florence Cardoso took over the family estate in 1997 and created Le Coteau des Sens to bring a new dynamic to the winemaking profession in the Castillon region.
• Bulle VertecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerBulle Verte is a local eco-tourism initiative providing digital app-guided cycling and walking routes through the Castillonnais vineyards. Le Coteau des Sens offers electric bike rentals following Bulle Verte routes, with picnic basket experiences created by the estate. The eco-station also provides fast-charging for electric vehicles.
• Le Cabestan – Ferme du pêcheurminorOthersAn artisanal fishery run by David and Sabine Durand on the Dordogne River, transforming freshwater fish into quality products using traditional techniques passed down through three generations. Featured as a local partner in the slow tourism ecosystem, offering visitors an authentic regional food experience.
• Saint-Émilion Tourist OfficeminorGTM or Marketing PartnerReferenced as a key local tourism partner for the region. Le Coteau des Sens directs visitors to the Saint-Émilion tourist office website for broader regional discovery.
• Bataille de CastillonminorGTM or Marketing PartnerThe annual live historical show marking the final battle of the Hundred Years' War, hosted near Le Coteau des Sens in Castillon-la-Bataille. Referenced as a nearby regional attraction for guests.
• Local Castillonnais network (associations, artisans, winemakers)minorOthersA broad network of local associations, self-employed entrepreneurs, vineyards, and farmers in the Castillonnais region. Le Coteau des Sens promotes this ecosystem as part of its slow tourism positioning, sharing local know-how and agricultural experiences with visitors.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Hostellerie de Plaisance: Boutique hotel and restaurant in the heart of Saint-Émilion with vineyard views and curated wine experiences. Comparable to Le Coteau des Sens as a small wine-focused boutique accommodation targeting leisure and wine tourists in the Bordeaux region.
• Château de la Rivière: Fronsac appellation estate with underground cellars, wine tours, tastings, and on-site accommodation and events. Comparable to Le Coteau des Sens as a family-run Bordeaux vineyard offering integrated tourism (tastings, rooms, events) in the right-bank region near Castillon.
• Château Troplong Mondot: Premier Grand Cru Classé Saint-Émilion estate that offers wine tours, tastings, and on-site dining. Comparable to Le Coteau des Sens as a Bordeaux vineyard estate monetizing tourism through tastings, tours, and guest hospitality near the Castillon/Saint-Émilion border.
• Château La Dominique: Saint-Émilion Grand Cru Classé estate with a modern visitor center, restaurant, and curated wine tourism experiences. Comparable to Le Coteau des Sens as a Bordeaux vineyard estate combining wine tasting, dining, and events for tourists in the Castillon–Saint-Émilion corridor.

Broad incumbents

• Château Cordeillan-Bages: Relais & Châteaux property at a Pauillac (Médoc) vineyard with a two-Michelin-star restaurant and guest rooms. Comparable to Le Coteau des Sens in combining vineyard hospitality, fine dining, and wine tourism in Bordeaux, but serves a higher-end corporate and luxury segment.
• Château de Fieuzal: Pessac-Léognan Grand Cru Classé estate offering vineyard tours, tastings, and private events in an estate setting. Comparable to Le Coteau des Sens in offering on-property wine tourism experiences in Bordeaux, but at a higher-end positioning.
• Château Smith Haut Lafitte: Luxury Bordeaux vineyard estate (Martillac, Pessac-Léognan) combining a five-star hotel, Michelin-starred restaurant, spa, and wine tourism experiences. Comparable to Le Coteau des Sens as a Bordeaux wine estate offering integrated accommodation, gastronomy, and spa, but operates at much larger scale and price point.

Others

• Saint-Émilion Tourist Office: Regional tourism body that markets the broader Saint-Émilion jurisdiction and routes visitors to local properties. Referenced as a GTM/marketing partner by Le Coteau des Sens, representing the regional ecosystem in which the estate competes for tourist attention.
• Bulle Verte: Local eco-tourism initiative providing digital app-guided cycling and walking routes through the Castillonnais vineyards, plus EV charging and bike rentals. A core strategic partner of Le Coteau des Sens that supplies the soft-mobility infrastructure for its slow tourism experience.

Emerging players

• Domaine de la Bressande: Small Burgundy estate with gîte accommodation and wine tourism experiences, similar in spirit to Le Coteau des Sens as a family-run vineyard combining short-stay accommodation with tastings and rural tourism.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

Funding overview

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