Curious noses can enjoy a (literal) field trip to this wonderful flower farm. Centifolia rose and jasmine have been cultivated here for three generations, and Carole Biancalana, the current producer, will take you on a tour of her fields and explain how the flowers are grown and processed. Domaine's production is sold exclusively to haute couture label Dior.
Tours only take place during flowering on Tuesday at 10am early May to early June for roses, and on Tuesday at 9am from August to mid-October for jasmine; ring ahead to double-check, since exact times vary from year to year, depending on flowering.
The domaine is located 7km southeast of the centre of Grasse, in the small village of Plascassier (officially part of Grasse). Head in the direction of Valbonne along the D4 as you leave Grasse, and then follow signs for 'Vieux Village' when you get to Plascassier. The domaine will be on your left, opposite a hair salon.
