Meet the winemakers
Come and meet the great winegrowing artists, builders of landscapes, creators of emotions and storytellers.
Their art is to welcome you warmly into their winemaking cellars to tell you all about the genesis of their wines.
Pays Cathare trademark
Live authentic moments with the Pays Cathare brand!
Recognisable by its blue label, the Pays Cathare® brand now includes professionals from the farming, food and wine industries, as well as many representatives from the culinary professions.
All these products and services comply with specifications that guarantee quality, origin and authenticity of know-how to offer the best of the Aude!
Owned by the Département of Aude and registered with the INPI, the Pays Cathare brand unites a network of players in the field of economic excellence in Aude.
Technical form
April 1991
The Department of Aude creates the Pays Cathare© quality trademark.
2014
The brand is signed by a new visual identity.
2024
The brand specialises in agri-food products, tasting cellars and their sales outlets, as well as local shops.
The trademark in numbers
500 professionals
40 different specifications
Choosing the Pays Cathare® brand means :
- Be assured of a warm welcome from passionate professionals who will pass on to you the history and culture of the Aude region.
- Opt for a taste of excellence, authentic know-how and products with character.
- Take care of the planet by avoiding consuming products that have travelled thousands of kilometres.
- Support a sustainable economy and encourage environmentally-friendly approaches.
Gastronomy and savours
From the Mediterranean Sea to the foothills of the Pyrenees, the diversity of climates and terroirs shapes the agriculture of the Aude and offers you a very wide range of products to enjoy.
At Pays Cathare® local shops, food artisans and farm sales outlets, immerse yourself in a whole host of delights, awaken your senses and taste authentic flavours!
The network of Cathar country sites
The network of Cathar country sites includes castles, abbeys, medieval citadels and museums. Discover the 22 heritage sites of the Cathar Country.
