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Auberge du Vieux Puits

5 Av. Saint-Victor, 11360 Fontjoncouse, France
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Acclaimed restaurant & relaxed rooms set in a half-timbered inn, plus an outdoor pool.

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4.8
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5.0
1y

This was the last of my three stars challenge. Sorry for the delay in writing and posting the review. Follow me for all the reviews and updates on every Michelin 3 Stars in France, every Stars in Paris and much much more.

What’s extraordinary here? A three stars must be. And this was one is. But it took me some time to put it all together. Then a sentence came up. A friend is like a beacon in the night. Yes because this place makes me think about friendship. Not the friend that Kundera would describe, more the ex best friend from an American writer, or even from Celine, accessible, yet deep, opening a window on another world.

Going to l auberge du vieux puits, is like going to see this very dear friends that now lives far away from you. After a long journey you finally see his place. Your friend entrance will always shine a bit stronger in your eyes because you know what’s behind. Well, it will be the same here. It’s lost in the middle of nowhere (no offense, it’s part of the charm) but once you’ve been there, you’ll never see it the same way. You’ll know that this quite unassuming entrance, in this even more unassuming street, is the gate to great times.

Once at your friend’s place, very quickly it feels like you’ve seen each other yesterday. Actually it even feels like you’ve always known him for years, regardless of the actual truth. At the Auberge, not only the service gives you this feeling, but also the cuisine. The service is one of a warm 3 stars. It’s technically an Auberge (inn) with the wife presence, still I forgot about that with the warmth of the staff (ok, may be the sommelier helped us there). There’s actually a slight contrast with the interior design that I would find a bit cold without them. The chef’s cuisine is at the chef image. The first impression will be very accessible, then you’ll feel that you’ve known him for years, because of the friendliness, warmth and « apparent » simplicity. And suddenly, at the end of your fork, behind the simplest vegetable, a ray of light shines in the night, and uncovers the deepest thoughts. Like a great friend provides a profound view in the middle of a seemingly simple discussion. We’re all well aware (we as « the world ») that the chef is known for a superb dish with truffles, but it is in some more humble ones that you can truly meet him.

Who’s the chef? The chef is a MOF 1996 (best skilled worker in France, arguably the most prestigious distinction a chef can have, after the 3rd stars). MOFs have a very recognizable trait: perfection. But some can be lost in the quest for perfection. He is arrived. In a culinary world where the image can be more important than the essence. He’s reminding us that humble can be noble and that the noble is sublimed by the humble. An onion with peas can be out of this world, and the truffles wouldn’t express themselves the same way without the support of an egg. An humble Auberge can be noble. The chef is a beacon in the French cuisine, a beacon in the night, like a friend that reminds us simple truths, while not denying earthly pleasures.

The crowd was international, seems to enjoy themselves. It’s a 3 stars but the atmosphere is more relaxed than in a palace or a high gastronomy grand restaurant, still I’ll dress up a bit. By the way did I mention the wine list and the cheese chariot ? No, I intentionally forgot because my doctor might read this. Let’s just say that the price are very decent for the wine, and the chariot the second best amongst the 3 Stars.

Definitely a top...

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4.0
5y

The Auberge du Vieux Puits is a restaurant located in Fontjoncouse ( Aude ).

It is ranked 5 toques in the 2009 Gault and Millau guide , 3 stars in the 2010 Michelin guide and “best gourmet restaurant in the world” by TripAdvisor in 2020 1 (based on the opinions left by its customers).

Description The Auberge du Vieux Puits is located in Fontjoncouse , a village of 140 inhabitants in the Hautes Corbières 2 .

It has been run since 1992 by chef Gilles Goujon and his wife Marie-Christine. With its 45 employees, the inn is the largest private company in the canton and supports a whole network of local producers 2 .

The restaurant's signature dish is the “rotten” egg of melanosporum truffle .

Distinctions Gilles Goujon acquired his first star in 1997 then the third in 2010.

The Michelin guide praises creative cuisine that is "precise and assertive, neat and generous, never in the air: excellence, quite simply. " 3 . The Gault Millau points a kitchen "unique and consensual at a time" 4 .

In 2020, the Tripadvisor application names the Auberge du Vieux Puits “best gourmet restaurant in the world” 5 on the basis of the glowing opinions left by...

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5.0
7y

Il y’a tant de chemins dans une vie. Celui que l’on prend pour aller tous les dimanches pousser la porte au groom grinçant et à la clochette scintillante de la boulangerie, s’accorder exceptionnellement une viennoiserie et repartir avec la littérature dominicale traditionnelle : la Depeche. il existe aussi des chemins que l’on prend heureusement de façon exceptionnelle. Des chemins qui débutent dans notre tête et ne se terminent vraiment jamais tant le souvenir de leur parcours restera ancré dans notre mémoire. Nous avons eu le bonheur de parcourir un tel chemin ce premier vendredi de Novembre. Tout d’abord depuis Toulouse où le long ruban nous mène jusqu’aux portes des Corbieres ce Pays sauvage et majestueux. De vallons et de vignes aux pins ancestraux et cyprès élégants on se laisse envoûter par ce paysage fort. Puis nous arrivons à destination dans un village au nom chantant Fontjoncouse. Alors débute le vrai voyage. Il est impossible de décrire simplement ce moment qui vous plonge dans une intimité culinaire faite de saveurs retrouvées et de découvertes incroyables. Mais commençons par le commencement : l’exposition des véhicules d’exception sur le parking nous fait craindre une sélectivité affichée. Cette crainte est dissipée dès que nous franchissons le pas de porte avec un accueil chaleureux tout en simplicité. Il y’a toujours quelque chose de nécessairement sacré lorsqu’on pénètre dans un temple de l’excellence. Nous y sommes sensibles. Installation à la table, un rapide regard fait apprécier un environnement chaleureux et sobre, la légion des serveuses et serveurs porte un uniforme souligné d’un goujon frétillant et d’un tablier de cuir du plus bel effet. Et nous retrouvons les cadres, les sociétaires du service à l’esprit aiguisé au verbe heureux et à l’attention jamais prise en défaut. Ce ballet élégant donne le la et le tempo de ce spectacle culinaire sans faille. Mignardises puis huître surmontée d’une perle envoûtante, vient le fameux œuf. Ensuite thons et petit gibier, un jeune maître des fromages et son esprit affiné, un dessert redouté et immédiatement remplacé par un agrume aux douceurs incroyables. Des sauces qui viennent souligner la poésie d’un artiste culinaire dont la palette n’a aucune limite car intemporelle nous ramenant ici dans le souvenir d’un goût d’enfance et là nous enivrant de ses saveurs inconnues. Voilà que dire de plus. Peut être un conseil si vous permettez : Comme pour tout moment exceptionnel, s’y préparer en prenant le temps de cette route des Corbieres en optant pour une légère collation concernant le repas précédant celui que vous prendrez chez Mr et Me GOUJON. Prenez le temps de vous ouvrir l’appétit en parcourant le village entre petits jardins fontaine et château. Le voyage sur place peut prendre du temps, le temps nécessaire pour ne laisser s’échapper aucune des saveurs, aucune des textures et aucun de ces moments de bonheur que nous offrent toutes ces personnes remarquables autour d’un chef aux trois très grandes étoiles. Profitez en pour vous offrir du temps car celui ci ne sera jamais perdu, bien au contraire inscrit à tout jamais dans votre mémoire. Alors forcément un tel moment, cela n’a pas de prix. Merci à Mr et Me Goujon, Merci à ceux qui les accompagnent, nous garderons de votre Maison un souvenir puissant. Ici loin de la prose d’un Mr Jourdain il faudra un jour coucher cette littérature culinaire sur le papier bible...

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This was the last of my three stars challenge. Sorry for the delay in writing and posting the review. Follow me for all the reviews and updates on every Michelin 3 Stars in France, every Stars in Paris and much much more. What’s extraordinary here? A three stars must be. And this was one is. But it took me some time to put it all together. Then a sentence came up. A friend is like a beacon in the night. Yes because this place makes me think about friendship. Not the friend that Kundera would describe, more the ex best friend from an American writer, or even from Celine, accessible, yet deep, opening a window on another world. Going to l auberge du vieux puits, is like going to see this very dear friends that now lives far away from you. After a long journey you finally see his place. Your friend entrance will always shine a bit stronger in your eyes because you know what’s behind. Well, it will be the same here. It’s lost in the middle of nowhere (no offense, it’s part of the charm) but once you’ve been there, you’ll never see it the same way. You’ll know that this quite unassuming entrance, in this even more unassuming street, is the gate to great times. Once at your friend’s place, very quickly it feels like you’ve seen each other yesterday. Actually it even feels like you’ve always known him for years, regardless of the actual truth. At the Auberge, not only the service gives you this feeling, but also the cuisine. The service is one of a warm 3 stars. It’s technically an Auberge (inn) with the wife presence, still I forgot about that with the warmth of the staff (ok, may be the sommelier helped us there). There’s actually a slight contrast with the interior design that I would find a bit cold without them. The chef’s cuisine is at the chef image. The first impression will be very accessible, then you’ll feel that you’ve known him for years, because of the friendliness, warmth and « apparent » simplicity. And suddenly, at the end of your fork, behind the simplest vegetable, a ray of light shines in the night, and uncovers the deepest thoughts. Like a great friend provides a profound view in the middle of a seemingly simple discussion. We’re all well aware (we as « the world ») that the chef is known for a superb dish with truffles, but it is in some more humble ones that you can truly meet him. Who’s the chef? The chef is a MOF 1996 (best skilled worker in France, arguably the most prestigious distinction a chef can have, after the 3rd stars). MOFs have a very recognizable trait: perfection. But some can be lost in the quest for perfection. He is arrived. In a culinary world where the image can be more important than the essence. He’s reminding us that humble can be noble and that the noble is sublimed by the humble. An onion with peas can be out of this world, and the truffles wouldn’t express themselves the same way without the support of an egg. An humble Auberge can be noble. The chef is a beacon in the French cuisine, a beacon in the night, like a friend that reminds us simple truths, while not denying earthly pleasures. The crowd was international, seems to enjoy themselves. It’s a 3 stars but the atmosphere is more relaxed than in a palace or a high gastronomy grand restaurant, still I’ll dress up a bit. By the way did I mention the wine list and the cheese chariot ? No, I intentionally forgot because my doctor might read this. Let’s just say that the price are very decent for the wine, and the chariot the second best amongst the 3 Stars. Definitely a top tiers 3 stars.
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We passed a lovely evening here with a largely friendly and professional staff beginning in the salon with a cocktail and amuse-bouche. I appreciated that despite being a 3-star we had the flexibility to take a cigarette between a couple services. The cuisine demonstrates technical expertise and studied attention though the style feels a bit dated (think a 3-star in the 1990s). The cheese service is impressive with a gamut of cheeses presented on a large wooden table that is rolled over. Very much enjoyed the effort in finding a balance between rustic tastes and fine dining. I did find it distracting from the overall experience that my husband received a menu with prices and my menu did not list prices. The chef graced each table with his presence thrice during service which is exceptional and it was a pleasant opportunity to provide feedback and get some face time. Glad to have checked the box. Overall however, if you are seeking a contemporary 3-star experience you may find yourself underwhelmed.
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Un hameçonnage en règle en plein coeur des Corbières. Un repas à l'auberge du vieux puits au milieu du petit village de Fontjoncouse de 140 âmes et quelques chiens (dont celui du chef) reste un évènement et le mot bienvenue prend toute sa signification tant le personnel est stylé, prévenant, agréable, vous mettant à l'aise très aisément. Le chef Gilles Goujon a l'élocution facile et tel un poisson éponyme d'eau douce, il sait se frayer un passage autour des tables pour s'enquérir de note bonheur culinaire et on s'aperçoit bien vite qu'il ne force pas le trait: on le présent bon vivant et prêt à tout pour que la soirée soit réussie. Le menu "air de fête en Corbières" se décompose en petits mises en bouche dont certaines au homard et au violet étonnantes, puis vient l'huitre de Florent Tarbouriech et sa perle et pour moi un faux couteau où tout est comestible ( l'habillage aussi) On arrive au plat signature avec l'oeuf poule de la ferme Carrus avec purée de champignons capuccino parsemé de truffes noires; exceptionnel en gout dans l'opposition du tellurique, du sous-bois et de la douceur de l'oeuf. Ensuite, le chef présente une ode à Roger Vergé avec le poupeton de courgettes revisité avec des fleurs de courgette cristal, sorbet de homard brunoise et rosace délicate de courgettes. Un plat MOF tout en délicatesse. On poursuit avec un poisson de roche accompagné de cèpes, chanterelles et d'une décoction de tomates qui rehausse le ton du plat. Le plat de chasse est un suprême de volaille cuit à la perfection, choux et légumes sur une fine garbure qui tient chaud à l'estomac avec ses notes fumées. La vrai/faux citron de Menton achève la symphonie : il est d'une finesse extrème ( comment peut-on arriver à obtenir une peau si délicate) composé à l'intérieur d'un sorbet bergamote et morceaux de kumquats. Les mignardises parachèvent le discours et sont à se damner. Pour accompagner le repas, à choisir dans la carte des vins- quasi bibilique dans son épaisseur- avec un verre de Comtes de Champagne Taittinger 2012 à point, un grenache blanc d'emmanuel Raynaud 2015 ( IGP Vaucluse) parfait avec les premiers plats et un Clos del Rel Mas del Rey en cotes du roussillon village ( carignan et grenache) sur la volaille. Le prix des bouteilles est relativement élevé notamment pour les vins régionaux ( mas jullien x 6 à 7 par ex) mais qui fondent pour arriver au prix caviste sur certaines références plus prestigieuses ( DRC, Auvenay) . Bref, on a été conquis! Le chef Gilles Goujon nous a fait connaitre sa passion pour la grande cuisine à travers des plats certes qui restent classiques mais créés avec une maestria technique, une épure dans les gouts et les saveurs que peu arrivent à transmettre aussi bien. Cet établissement est devenu au fil du temps un monument de la gastronomie francaise comme à son époque l'était Paul Bocuse mais avec la modestie et la gentille de son chef audois.
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This was the last of my three stars challenge. Sorry for the delay in writing and posting the review. Follow me for all the reviews and updates on every Michelin 3 Stars in France, every Stars in Paris and much much more. What’s extraordinary here? A three stars must be. And this was one is. But it took me some time to put it all together. Then a sentence came up. A friend is like a beacon in the night. Yes because this place makes me think about friendship. Not the friend that Kundera would describe, more the ex best friend from an American writer, or even from Celine, accessible, yet deep, opening a window on another world. Going to l auberge du vieux puits, is like going to see this very dear friends that now lives far away from you. After a long journey you finally see his place. Your friend entrance will always shine a bit stronger in your eyes because you know what’s behind. Well, it will be the same here. It’s lost in the middle of nowhere (no offense, it’s part of the charm) but once you’ve been there, you’ll never see it the same way. You’ll know that this quite unassuming entrance, in this even more unassuming street, is the gate to great times. Once at your friend’s place, very quickly it feels like you’ve seen each other yesterday. Actually it even feels like you’ve always known him for years, regardless of the actual truth. At the Auberge, not only the service gives you this feeling, but also the cuisine. The service is one of a warm 3 stars. It’s technically an Auberge (inn) with the wife presence, still I forgot about that with the warmth of the staff (ok, may be the sommelier helped us there). There’s actually a slight contrast with the interior design that I would find a bit cold without them. The chef’s cuisine is at the chef image. The first impression will be very accessible, then you’ll feel that you’ve known him for years, because of the friendliness, warmth and « apparent » simplicity. And suddenly, at the end of your fork, behind the simplest vegetable, a ray of light shines in the night, and uncovers the deepest thoughts. Like a great friend provides a profound view in the middle of a seemingly simple discussion. We’re all well aware (we as « the world ») that the chef is known for a superb dish with truffles, but it is in some more humble ones that you can truly meet him. Who’s the chef? The chef is a MOF 1996 (best skilled worker in France, arguably the most prestigious distinction a chef can have, after the 3rd stars). MOFs have a very recognizable trait: perfection. But some can be lost in the quest for perfection. He is arrived. In a culinary world where the image can be more important than the essence. He’s reminding us that humble can be noble and that the noble is sublimed by the humble. An onion with peas can be out of this world, and the truffles wouldn’t express themselves the same way without the support of an egg. An humble Auberge can be noble. The chef is a beacon in the French cuisine, a beacon in the night, like a friend that reminds us simple truths, while not denying earthly pleasures. The crowd was international, seems to enjoy themselves. It’s a 3 stars but the atmosphere is more relaxed than in a palace or a high gastronomy grand restaurant, still I’ll dress up a bit. By the way did I mention the wine list and the cheese chariot ? No, I intentionally forgot because my doctor might read this. Let’s just say that the price are very decent for the wine, and the chariot the second best amongst the 3 Stars. Definitely a top tiers 3 stars.
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We passed a lovely evening here with a largely friendly and professional staff beginning in the salon with a cocktail and amuse-bouche. I appreciated that despite being a 3-star we had the flexibility to take a cigarette between a couple services. The cuisine demonstrates technical expertise and studied attention though the style feels a bit dated (think a 3-star in the 1990s). The cheese service is impressive with a gamut of cheeses presented on a large wooden table that is rolled over. Very much enjoyed the effort in finding a balance between rustic tastes and fine dining. I did find it distracting from the overall experience that my husband received a menu with prices and my menu did not list prices. The chef graced each table with his presence thrice during service which is exceptional and it was a pleasant opportunity to provide feedback and get some face time. Glad to have checked the box. Overall however, if you are seeking a contemporary 3-star experience you may find yourself underwhelmed.
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Un hameçonnage en règle en plein coeur des Corbières. Un repas à l'auberge du vieux puits au milieu du petit village de Fontjoncouse de 140 âmes et quelques chiens (dont celui du chef) reste un évènement et le mot bienvenue prend toute sa signification tant le personnel est stylé, prévenant, agréable, vous mettant à l'aise très aisément. Le chef Gilles Goujon a l'élocution facile et tel un poisson éponyme d'eau douce, il sait se frayer un passage autour des tables pour s'enquérir de note bonheur culinaire et on s'aperçoit bien vite qu'il ne force pas le trait: on le présent bon vivant et prêt à tout pour que la soirée soit réussie. Le menu "air de fête en Corbières" se décompose en petits mises en bouche dont certaines au homard et au violet étonnantes, puis vient l'huitre de Florent Tarbouriech et sa perle et pour moi un faux couteau où tout est comestible ( l'habillage aussi) On arrive au plat signature avec l'oeuf poule de la ferme Carrus avec purée de champignons capuccino parsemé de truffes noires; exceptionnel en gout dans l'opposition du tellurique, du sous-bois et de la douceur de l'oeuf. Ensuite, le chef présente une ode à Roger Vergé avec le poupeton de courgettes revisité avec des fleurs de courgette cristal, sorbet de homard brunoise et rosace délicate de courgettes. Un plat MOF tout en délicatesse. On poursuit avec un poisson de roche accompagné de cèpes, chanterelles et d'une décoction de tomates qui rehausse le ton du plat. Le plat de chasse est un suprême de volaille cuit à la perfection, choux et légumes sur une fine garbure qui tient chaud à l'estomac avec ses notes fumées. La vrai/faux citron de Menton achève la symphonie : il est d'une finesse extrème ( comment peut-on arriver à obtenir une peau si délicate) composé à l'intérieur d'un sorbet bergamote et morceaux de kumquats. Les mignardises parachèvent le discours et sont à se damner. Pour accompagner le repas, à choisir dans la carte des vins- quasi bibilique dans son épaisseur- avec un verre de Comtes de Champagne Taittinger 2012 à point, un grenache blanc d'emmanuel Raynaud 2015 ( IGP Vaucluse) parfait avec les premiers plats et un Clos del Rel Mas del Rey en cotes du roussillon village ( carignan et grenache) sur la volaille. Le prix des bouteilles est relativement élevé notamment pour les vins régionaux ( mas jullien x 6 à 7 par ex) mais qui fondent pour arriver au prix caviste sur certaines références plus prestigieuses ( DRC, Auvenay) . Bref, on a été conquis! Le chef Gilles Goujon nous a fait connaitre sa passion pour la grande cuisine à travers des plats certes qui restent classiques mais créés avec une maestria technique, une épure dans les gouts et les saveurs que peu arrivent à transmettre aussi bien. Cet établissement est devenu au fil du temps un monument de la gastronomie francaise comme à son époque l'était Paul Bocuse mais avec la modestie et la gentille de son chef audois.
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