Estuary

[ˈestjʊərɪ] / Masculin

Through the windows of the Chartreuse, a ship’s funnel can often be seen gliding over the tree-tops.
This surreal experience is a reminder of the presence of the Gironde estuary.
The “river” as it’s called in these parts, nonchalantly draws its heavy mass past the nearby vines providing them with the best protection against frosts and extreme weather conditions.