France

CHATEAU DE VILLETTE

Fine Driven Shooting in Burgundy, France!

Noted for noble wines and excellent cuisine, France also offers challenging driven shooting for pheasant, partridge, and mallards from maize cover crops, lakes, and mature woodlands amidst centuries-old vineyards—all within walking distance of the incredibly comfortable Chateau de Villette. The emphasis is on sporting days with drives designed to produce a variety of quality, high-flying birds that will test the skills of gunners. These drives are conducted under the watchful eye of property owner Coen Stork and the English gamekeeper.

Luxury southern Burgundy accommodations (all en suite) are in the impressive 18th-century Chateau, which has been completely renovated, reflecting style and comfort. Guests are treated to gourmet dining, exceptional wines, and exquisite service.

The 5-6 drives each day are expertly presented. The shoot offers a combination of driven pheasants, partridge, and mallards to a minimum line of six guns for bags of typically 400–500 birds over two days in the field.