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Marvel of marvels,
the Château de Crémat is breathtakingly beautiful.

An idyllic setting surrounded by heavenly Côte d’Azur landscapes, with a unique winegrowing heritage dating back over a century. Château de Crémat has been a winegrowing site since Roman times, in an idyllic setting between sea and mountains. It was owned by atypical, visionary figures who turned it into an architectural jewel. Overlooking the Bay of Nice with a breathtaking view of our sublime Côte d’Azur, this fairytale château has all the makings of a legend! It is one of the Côte d’Azur’s most beautiful treasures.

The history of the château that inspired Coco Chanel

Built in 1906 in the medieval style, with its imposing machicolated tower and rococo ornamentation, this jewel of the Côte d’Azur is first and foremost, and will remain, a winegrowing site. Farmed since Roman times, with the Bellet appellation d’origine contrôlée (AOC) since the 1940s, it has been certified organic (AB) since 2014.

However, the château has undergone a metamorphosis and artistic renewal since it was bought by the Derichebourg family in 2017, a family of French industrialists with a passion for vineyards and the region. Proud of this unique heritage, the Derichebourg family has set out to highlight the château’s singular history through a number of changes: renovation of the rooms, respect for the colors of Nice and decoration of the interiors in a “Roaring Twenties” style. The château has been fitted out with the former furnishings of the Ritz, the famous Parisian palace. The prestigious furnishings of the legendary Coco Chanel suite have been preserved with all their authentic cachet.

And did you know? It is said that she was inspired by the Château’s initials, two intertwined C’s, to create the acronym for her prestigious fashion house.

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The Château de Crémat vineyards

Located in the hills above Nice, Château de Crémat is the jewel in the crown of the Bellet appellation. Created in 1941, this appellation is the only PDO to be entirely integrated into a large urban area.

Currently planted on 12 hectares at altitudes of between 200 and 350 m, the Château de Crémat vineyards are located in the commune of Nice (Alpes-Maritimes), spread over the four hills along the Var valley: Crémât, St Sauveur, la Manda and Saquier. The Bellet vineyards are bathed in sunshine (286 days/year).

All wines produced at Château de Crémat come from organically grown grapes. The Bellet vineyards are planted on the siliceous limestone soils of the Nice heights. This soil, known as Poudingue, is poor and favors slow ripening of the grapes. The daily sea breeze helps to purify the plant cover.

An exceptional reception venue in the hills above Nice

Experience” tour

From the château’s “educational” plot to the cellar, the cellar team will reveal all the secrets of viticulture and winemaking on our estates. The wine tour ends in the cellar or on the terrace in the shade of the olive trees, where you can enjoy a tasting of the results of this fascinating work.

Mademoiselle” tour

We invite you to discover one of Château de Crémat’s best-kept secrets: the arrival of Coco Chanel. We’ll tell you all about the château’s history, and invite you to visit the interiors, which have been completely refurbished using furniture from the Ritz in Paris, including that featured in the Coco Chanel suite. Of course, we’ll also end with a tasting of wines from both estates.

Exclusive” tour

We’re off to discover the Bellet vineyards in an unusual way: on the back of a horse. A 45-minute horseback ride through the heart of the vineyards will give you the opportunity to discover the specific characteristics of the terroir, the grape varieties and the soil. Your guide will tell you all about the history of this unique appellation, and all about our winegrowing expertise. After the ride, head to Château de Crémat for a full tour of the estate.

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The place to be for all your events

The Château regularly hosts a variety of unusual events.

We also welcome you for all your business events, seminars, team building, incentives, product launches, film shoots and other professional events, with rooms designed in the chic, well-kept Crémat style.

Open Days: a unique immersion experience

On May 17 and 18, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., Château de Crémat opens its doors for a festive and convivial weekend. Visitors will have access to the winery, discover the history of the estate through guided tours, and be able to taste the Bellet PDO wines, including a vintage glass.

Over the two days, the estate will be immersed in a summery, artistic atmosphere, with entertainment for young and old, live concerts, foodtrucks, art exhibitions in the art gallery and on the terrace of the Salle Antoine Mari, and meetings with local artisans.

Year-round cultural programming

Throughout the year, Château de Crémat offers a rich and varied program: concerts, yoga classes, themed evenings, cultural visits and many other events can be found in the online diary.

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BY SOURAYA BAHSOUN

Passionate slasher and ambassador for the Côte d’Azur

For me, the Côte d’Azur is a daily source of wonder, with its history, its heritage, its colors, its lights… It’s a region that awakens my senses! I take pleasure in sharing on social networks everything that fascinates me: photos, good addresses, outings, exhibitions… highlighting the region, its artisans, chefs, artists, shopkeepers, entrepreneurs and talents…

Specializing in the organization of cultural and gastronomic events, I launched the “L’Art de la fête” concept at the Château de Crémat in 2022, a unique, unifying and multi-sensory event. Inspired by this magnificent region and enchanted by the Château de Crémat, I imagined “L’Art de la Fête” with the aim of offering an event like no other, celebrating the art of living and Côte d’Azur savoir-faire.