The Alambic Gallery / The Distilled Art Discover a range of Charentais spirits

Opening hours

Closed

  • Monday 10:00 am - 06:30 pm
  • Tuesday 10:00 am - 06:30 pm
  • Wednesday 10:00 am - 06:30 pm
  • Thursday 10:00 am - 06:30 pm
  • Friday 10:00 am - 06:30 pm
  • Saturday 10:00 am - 06:30 pm
  • Sunday 10:00 am - 06:30 pm

Opens Saturday at 10:00 am

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Useful information

Location : In town

Province : Pays d’Aunis and the coastline, La Rochelle, Rochefort and Marennes

Services

  • Credit card accepted
  • Disable access
  • Free tasting
  • Groups
  • Open all year round
  • Parking
  • English
    • THE ALMBIC GALLERY IN FOURAS, A PRODUCER'S SHOP AND ARTISAN BOUTIQUE DEDICATED TO SPIRITS

      Presentation of the store and the producer's shop

      Located in Les Valines, Fouras, Charente-Maritime, the Galerie de l'Alambic – L'Art Distillé is a producer's shop and artisan boutique specializing in regional spirits and local products. The establishment showcases local expertise through a range of handcrafted products sold directly to consumers.

      The Galerie de l'Alambic in Fouras offers a space dedicated to discovering local products, promoting short supply chains and fostering connections between producers and visitors. This shop is a go-to place for purchasing cognac, Pineau des Charentes, and liqueurs made using traditional methods.


      A place to showcase local expertise

      The Alambic Gallery welcomes the public in an authentic setting, composed of antique presses, cauldrons and collectible stills dating from 1850. This decor contributes to showcasing the wine and spirits heritage of the region.

      Managed by Philippe Godard and his team, the shop showcases the various stages of production, from distillation to bottling. This approach allows for a better understanding of the producer's work and the origin of the products offered for sale.

      The Galerie de l'Alambic in Fouras thus positions itself as a producer's store committed to the transmission of knowledge and the promotion of local specialties.


      A shop specializing in handcrafted products

      The Galerie de l'Alambic boutique offers a carefully curated selection of artisanal spirits, crafted from carefully chosen raw materials. Philippe Godard cognacs, sourced from the Premier Cru vineyards of Grande Champagne, form the core of the collection.

      These cognacs are available in several varieties: VSOP, Napoléon, XO, Extra, aged between 4 and 40 years in oak barrels. Each bottle reflects a meticulous blending and maturation process.

      The shop also offers regional liqueurs and original specialties, such as Pineau des Charentes, Fleur de Caramel Salé, Poire au Cognac, Orange au Cognac, Amande au Cognac, Cerise Rouge, Sève de Coing, and Secret à la Noix. These products complement the store's offerings and cater to a diverse clientele.


      Welcome, advice and tasting

      The Galerie de l'Alambic in Fouras places great importance on welcoming visitors and providing personalized advice. Visitors receive information on product characteristics, production methods, and tasting pairings.

      Free tastings are offered to individuals without an appointment and to groups by reservation. This approach allows you to discover the aromas and specific characteristics of spirits before purchasing them.

      The establishment has easy access and coach parking, facilitating the arrival of individual visitors, tourist groups and organized tours.


      Direct sales and short supply chains

      The Galerie de l'Alambic operates on a direct producer-to-consumer sales model. This distribution method promotes transparency, traceability, and the appreciation of artisanal work.

      The products are made on-site or nearby, respecting local traditions. This proximity ensures consistent quality and a relationship of trust with customers.

      As a producer's store in Fouras, the Galerie de l'Alambic contributes to local economic dynamism and the promotion of short supply chains in Charente-Maritime.


      A point of sale rooted in the local area

      Located near the coastline and main tourist routes, the Galerie de l'Alambic in Fouras benefits from a strategic location between La Rochelle, Rochefort and the surrounding seaside resorts.

      This location facilitates the integration of the shop into the region's tourist and gastronomic routes. It provides a popular stop for purchasing gourmet souvenirs, regional gifts, and authentic products.

      The Galerie de l'Alambic – Collection Philippe Godard, located in Valines, 17450 Fouras, has established itself as a reference for the purchase of artisanal spirits, local products and specialties from traditional manufacturing.

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Traveller Reviews The Alambic Gallery / The Distilled Art

4.7 sur 5 432 reviews

  • JIMMY JAP

    5 sur 5 Reviews posted by JIMMY JAP on 04/11/2025

    Top-notch

  • Pompeo TORRIERO

    5 sur 5 Reviews posted by Pompeo TORRIERO on 24/10/2025

    While passing through Charente, we visited this distillery in Fouras. A very friendly welcome and excellent tasting, especially of Pineau and Cognac! We're heading back to Alsace tomorrow with a few bottles.... If you're ever in the area, don't hesitate. I recommend it. Before or after Fort Boyard....

  • Paola Canovas

    4 sur 5 Reviews posted by Paola Canovas on 18/09/2025

Traveller Reviews The Alambic Gallery / The Distilled Art

4.9 sur 5 38 reviews

  • "Superb location"

    5 / 5 Reviews posted by Patricia L on 16/09/2025

    Superb experience warmly welcomed and very nice tasting of the cognac pineau we will return if we return to this sublime region

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  • "Une visite olfactive assurée ! Culture G supplémentaire"

    5 / 5 Reviews posted by 661eugenieh (Roncq, France) on 19/07/2023

    Un très joli accueil Une visite et un explication bien précise. Monsieur ne manque pas de répondre à nos questions. Dégustation de pineau, cognac, Vous ne pouvez résister à prend un temps pour...

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  • "A ne pas manquer"

    5 / 5 Reviews posted by Lol2910 on 02/10/2022

    Très bon accueil. Visite et dégustation impeccable et surtout nous avons été très surpris de retrouver un endroit commun à un que nous connaissons bien à la Rochelle. Difficile de repartir sans...

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The Alambic Gallery / The Distilled Art

Address

Les Valines
Route de Rochefort
17450 Fouras

GPS coordinates

45° 59'26.39"N, 1° 3'58.07"W

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