Mon 30 Jun- Parc et Jardin du Chateau de Vayres, Jardins de Sardy

Mon 30 Jun- continental breakfast at the hotel: coffee, orange juice, good selection of tasty fresh bread with butter and jams; canteloupe, yogurt. It is a warm sunny day, 25 C.
We went first to the 'Parc et Jardin du Chateau de Vayres' in Vayres, another small town not on our map; but fortunately the GPS knew about it. We were guided through the beautiful French countryside of the Dordogne Valley - vineyards, chateaux every few kilometers, cute villages one after the other, crossing the Dordogne River several times, through narrow country lanes (had to drive off the road to let another car pass, but there was very little traffic) that went through woods and forests, past orchards and vineyards and little French farmhouses. The Chateau is overlooking the Dordogne River and has lovely gardens that were deserted, and a public park that was quite popular with the locals. We enjoyed the gardens and the chateau exterior, but decided not to go inside.
We then headed to the 'Jardins de Sardy' in Velines. The GPS didn't even know about it, but Veronica drew a map which got us there after we arrived in Velines (the GPS know about it). We had coffee on the terrace overlooking the property, and then we wandered through the garden, taking lots of photos and video. It was very photogenic and many different flowers were in bloom. After we finished the garden, our host took us into the wine-making area where they crush the grapes and age the wine in large stainless steel containers. He gave us a taste of their vintage, a nice Merlot. Interestingly, his dream is to visit Las Vegas someday.
We headed back to Les Remparts where we relaxed in the shade overlooking the valley and hill beyond, enjoying a serene afternoon. It has warmed up to 29-30 C, and the breeze is welcome and refreshing while reading our books until dinnertime at the hotel. We had their menu of the day: Chateau Des Chaperlains white wine; pate a fois gras (this area of France is where the best and most is made); guinea fowl; and creme brulee. It was delicious, and nicely presented in the dining room overlooking the valley.
Due to the time of year, latitude and longitude, the sun doesn't set until after 9:30, and it's still light at 10, so we enjoy a long day.