AMBOISE
Cedarwood | Juniper | Sweet Orange
Take a journey to the Renaissance gardens of Amboise; to the river-edged elevated gardens of boxwoods and cypress, to the simplistic Mediterranean plants in greens and greys, and to the sweet flowers of jasmine and lily-of-the-Nile.
AUVERS
Flouve | Iris | Mānuka
Venture to the Château d’Auvers-sur-Oise; to the floral borders of bearded iris and clematis, to the flow of water over sculpted fountains, and to the intricacies of embroidery parterres of an estate that celebrates art.
AZAY-LE-RIDEAU
Wood Smoke | Yerba Maté | Sage
Discover the earthy, crackling stone fireplaces, the lush evergreen groves bowing amid a flurry of snow, and the comforting, familiar holidays spent in wonder and excitement.
CÉVENNES
Spearmint | Boronia | Cedar
Explore the vegetal coolness of pale green bamboo swaying in the forest, the scent of aquatic flowers floating together in the blue waters, and the calming and reflective nature of this garden treasure.
CHAMBORD
Sandalwood | Cardamom | Cedarwood
Discover the misty thickets of European oaks, overgrown brush home to stags and boars, and the green lawns of the château of François I.
CHEVERNY
Papyrus | Golden Amber | Spices
Discover the animalic nature of the hounds, the woody and earthy elements of the many giant linden, sequoia, and cedar, and the comforting warmth of rich interiors, colorful gardens, and other seasonal splendors.
EYRIGNAC
Guaiacwood | Cedarmoss | Green Mandarin
Uncover the spirit of the chinoiserie themes of the gardens, the freshness of the verdant hedges, and the emotions of being lost in a secret garden in spring.
ÈZE
Patchouli | Champaca | Jasmine
Discover the sun-soaked earth, lofty florals carried on mountain breezes, and the sharp spines of the many cacti and desert flora.
LOURMARIN
Rockrose | Rosewood | Yuzu
Discover the Mediterranean greenery, the vineyards and fruits surrounding the property, and the warm sun-kissed stones and flowers that abound.
LUCÉ
Bois de Siam | Blood Orange | Bay Rum
Explore the earthy, spicy aromas of old parchment and wood fireplaces, the sweet smells of simple flowers and breathing marshes, and the spark of intrigue like da Vinci with his inventions, art, and everything in between.
LUXEMBOURG
Jasmine | Neroli | Vanilla
Explore the rose gardens of Marie de Medici, the parterres of pink and red flowers, and the grand collection of glasshouse orchids.
MILANDES
Ginger | Peppercorns | Sweet Woods
Discover the pink petals of abundant flowers, the liveliness of the shapes and colors of the formal box parterres, and the captivating lines and vistas.
RAMBOUILLET
Immortelle | Amber | Allspice
Embrace the picturesque mirrored autumnal colors of the trees on the canals, the spirit of the château’s old traditions of hunting and trapping, and the crisp, spicy smells of ripening chestnuts, earthy truffles, and other French forest delicacies.
RAYOL
Nutmeg | Piñon Pine | Vetiver
Indulge in the warm and earthy essence of the arid biomes, the swirling breezes that bring the sweet scents of mimosa and dry fruits, and the allure of lazy afternoons in the Mediterranean sun.
TRIANON
Orange Blossom | Daffodil | Clementine
Discover the sweet white flowers of the intricate gardens, the mélange of bright orangey citrus in the orangerie, and the balance between Marie-Antoinette’s pastoral romanticism and noblesse oblige.
VAUX
Coconut | Cardamom | Vanilla
Uncover the gilded sophistication of open-air sculptures and elegant interiors, the earthy smells emanating from the fireplaces as they intertwine with the surrounding flora, and a decadent sweetness that conjures up a scene of glittering crystal amidst a light snowfall.
VILLANDRY
Osmanthus | Tomato Leaf | Bergamot
Discover the geometric parterres of colorful vegetables and flowers, the many terraced balconies of intricate hedges and hues, and the lines of fruit trees, vines, and fountains.