The Art of Living Malbec

Toques & Truffes is an annual wine and food festival dedicated to the Quercy diamond: the black truffle. An exploration of the beauty of this local, ephemeral and precious delicacy in harmony with the great Malbecs of the Vigouroux family.

Toques & Truffes is a gourmet and precious effervescence brought to life over the last 11 years by Christine Vigouroux, who is passionate about promoting the local natural and gastronomic heritage.

This year, from Saturday 18 January to Tuesday 05 March 2025, there will be more than a month's worth of epicurean and immersive experiences based around the Tuber Melanosporum (Lalbenque's famous black truffle).

To bring this event to life, the Vigouroux family will be showcasing the Malbec art of living in two emblematic venues: the Château de Haute-Serre, whose winegrowers' table has been selected for the Michelin Guide, and the Château de Mercuès, a Relais & Châteaux, 4-star hotel with a Michelin key and Michelin-starred restaurant.

For this 2025 edition of the Toques & Truffes festival, a host of experiences to discover

Discover fully immersive experiences in the world of truffles and Malbec.

Let yourself be transported into the Malbec Art de Vivre. Immersed in the kitchens of the Table Vigneronne, the Head Chef and Head Pastry Chef will reveal their savoir-faire, and share their passion for gastronomy and the treasures of the Lot region. Alongside them, you'll learn to cook and pastry signature recipes in a convivial atmosphere. Our sommelier will provide guidelines for matching prepared dishes with wine aromas. 1/2 day program:

Dive into the heart of our vineyards, explore our cellar and learn the secrets of making a great wine. A 45-minute tour takes you on a discovery of the grape varieties and the terroir, followed by a tasting of our exceptional wines.

Come and taste our great French Malbecs and appreciate the finesse of their characteristic tannins.

Venez vivre une expérience sensorielle unique au Château de Haute-Serre. Initiez-vous à la dégustation et découvrez les multiples facettes de notre cépage emblématique : le Malbec.\nAu programme : Visite guidée du domaine, analyse sensorielle, expérience ludique sur les saveurs et les arôme, dégustation de 5 cuvées du Château.\nDeux thématiques

Calling all puzzle lovers!

Whether you're a couple, a family or a group of friends, enjoy an orienteering tour of the fabulous Château de Haute-Serre estate.

Finish the free trail with a tasting of 2 wines from the estate and a fruit juice for the children!

→ Orienteering course: €30/adults (sliding scale according to number) | €15/children | Free for 2 accompanying children under 8.

Available on reservation

Come and discover the Château de Haute-Serre and its exceptional viewpoint on a one-hour ride on an electric scooter, which will delight you with its sensations and ease of use!

It's accessible to all, fun, effortless, silent and environmentally friendly!

The tour will be followed by a visit/tasting of 3 wines (1 hour).

Available by reservation on Saturday mornings or Monday afternoons

Minimum group size: 6 people; maximum group size: 9 people - €30 per person

Dégustez un panier de pique-nique à l’ombre des pins dans le jardin du Château avec une vue imprenable sur les vignes. Profitez de jeux de plein air.