Completely renovated by Les Vignobles Foncalieu, this Art Nouveau jewel emblematic of the city was created in 1885 by entrepreneur Michel Sabatier. At the foot of the Cité de Carcassonne, come and taste our heritage with a selection of the best Languedoc wines and local Occitan products. It’s on this emblematic site that our passionate team invites you to discover all the expertise of Vignobles Foncalieu and its winemakers.

Locally rooted, Le Comptoir de la Cité favors short circuits and offers local products as well as a selection of sparkling wines and spirits. Comptoir de la Cité is open from Tuesday to Saturday, 10am to 7:30pm, with a seasonal program of events and a wine bar.

With a breathtaking view of the medieval city, come and discover our tasting workshops!

Whether you are a novice or a specialist, our three options can be tailored to your preferences.

Discovery Tasting
Tasting including three or six signature wines from les Vignobles Foncalieu.

Accompanied by Lucques olives and breadsticks.

30 minutes or 45 minutes/10€ or 20€ per person

Gourmet Tasting
Guided tasting of nine signature wines from les Vignobles Foncalieu.

Accompanied by a platter of local cheeses and charcuterie.

1 hour / 30€ per person

Discovery Tasting + Immersive Game
Access to the immersive game “La Quête” (The Quest). With friends or family, come and take on the challenges and solve Michel Sabatier’s puzzles! Commentated tasting of three signature wines from Vignobles Foncalieu.

1.5 hours / 20€ per person

Gourmet Tasting + Immersive Game
Access to the immersive game “La Quête”. With friends or family, come and take on the challenges and solve Michel Sabatier’s puzzles! Commentated tasting of 9 Signature wines from the Foncalieu Vineyards accompanied by a gourmet platter of local charcuterie and cheeses.

2 hours / €40 per person

Reservation required with the team. Available in French, English, and Spanish.