Shaping Extraordinary Experiences with Passion.
“From my earliest memories, the world was a mosaic of cultures waiting to be explored, not through the eyes of a tourist, but with the soul of a local. My adventures have taken me across the globe—homestays in the United States to immersive internships in Mexico and Spain, from extensive travels through Asia and South America to cherished years in Australia—my second home. Everywhere I went, I sought the richness of local experience, believing that the soul of a country is discovered through its people.
Amid these global explorations, my life on a wine estate in Gevrey Chambertin enriched my connection to the land and its culture, living 15 years as the wife of a winemaker. This intimate experience provided me with a profound understanding of the wine industry, unlocking the secrets of French viticulture and enabling me to decode the complexities of wine production and appreciation across France.
My passion extends beyond exploration. With a foundation in international finance and law from Paris, my journey has been marked by a relentless pursuit of excellence. From my initial role as an Investment Officer at the Australian Embassy in Paris to leading the French Chamber of Commerce in Sydney, and orchestrating high-end corporate events across continents, I’ve always aimed to exceed expectations.
My deep dive into the world of wine, combined with my love for food and the hidden gems of the world, has driven me to seek once-in-a-lifetime experiences for my clients, always with the promise of delivering the unparalleled.
Returning to France in 1999, my enduring love for people, combined with my quest for excellence and enriched by my viticultural journey, inspired me to create an intimate, exclusive gateway to France’s wonders through my first tourism agency in Burgundy. However, the curiosity and desires of my clients led me on a new journey; they sought more than wine—they craved new experiences, new horizons. Listening to their aspirations, I gradually expanded our offerings beyond the vineyards to unveil the multifaceted beauty of France, and eventually, to other selected, extraordinary locales across Europe.
My enthusiasm for unveiling the hidden treasures extends from our beloved regions—from the renowned vineyards of Bordeaux and the lavender fields of Provence to the lesser-known charms of Brittany and Dordogne—to the varied landscapes and cultures of Europe.
This journey, fueled by the desires of our clients for new experiences and horizons, is more than just a profession; it’s a calling. Let me share with you France and Europe that only a few dare to dream of.”
— Marie Tesson
