Languedoc Roussillon winery experiences

The Languedoc-Roussillon wine region is located in the south of France, stretching from the Mediterranean coast to the Pyrenees mountains. It is one of the largest wine-producing regions in the world and is known for producing a wide variety of wines, both red and white. The region is known for its warm climate and diverse terroirs, which allows for a wide range of grape varieties to be grown. The main grape varieties grown in the region include Syrah, Grenache, Carignan, Mourvèdre, Cinsault, and Viognier. The red wines of Languedoc-Roussillon are known for their rich, full-bodied character and intense fruit flavors, while the white wines are often crisp and refreshing with floral and citrus notes. Some of the most well-known wine producing areas in Languedoc-Roussillon include Corbières, Minervois, and Faugères. The region also has many cooperatives and independent wineries, which producing more affordable wines. Additionally, Languedoc-Roussillon is known for its sparkling wines, particularly those made in the Limoux area with the grape variety chenin blanc.

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Domaine La Grange

Cote de Roussillon

Between the Mediterranean Sea and the mountains, Domaine La Grange is located in the commune of Gabian (Pézenas) at the foot of the Parc Régional du Haut Languedoc in an area of pure, unspoilt nature. Set in a mosaic of terroirs (Shist, Basalt, Chalk, Porphyry, Sandstone, etc.), the estate is surrounded by numerous springs that were used by Caesar's troops during the conquest of Gaul. Legend has it that the estate's wells are guarded by the Castalides, water nymphs. The semi-underground cellar is built of Beaulieu stone and the wines are vinified by gravity. Currently certified Terra Vitis and HVE, the estate is undergoing organic conversion. The estate now extends over 60 hectares, and mixed farming is the norm. In addition to the vines, the estate grows several hectares of olive trees to produce the superb Oliviere single-variety olive oil. The estate also has a sheepfold, where sheep and lambs help to ensure that the vines are cultivated in the most environmentally-friendly way possible. Rolf and his wife Renate acquired the estate in 2007, and since then have continued to produce wines that reflect their terroir and generosity. All this work has been recognised by leading critics (Parker, Jancis Robinson, etc.) and by major awards in France and abroad (Decanter, Guide Hachette, etc.).

Domaine de la Perdrix

Cote de Roussillon

In the Heart of Aspres In the foothills of the Pyrenees, overlooking the coastal plain of Roussillon, Domaine de la Perdrix farms 45 hectares of vines in the commune of Trouillas, in the heart of the Aspres region, 15 km south of Perpignan. This family estate, created in the 1820s, is run today by André and Viriginie Gil who, from their arrival in 1997, took the vineyard in hand and have striven to bring the winery back to life, making wines on the estate from the 2000 vintage onwards. Our terroir is a real mosaic of hard, dry soils. Thus, to be able to best manage the identity of this multi-faceted soil, each plot is vinified separately. The blends are then carried out with care to obtain an elegant balance between fruit, fatness and tannins, the ageing potential and the expression of the typically Mediterranean terroir, which we strive to echo in our wines.

Domaine Vents du Sud

Cote de Roussillon

Le Domaine Vents du Sud a été créé en 2006 et se compose de 13 parcelles très différentes situées sur les coteaux au bord de la garrigue et produit des vins très typiques. L'approche viticole est basée sur la qualité et la diversité dans un esprit de production de vins à l'image des terroirs tout en restant le plus naturel possible. Les cépages rouges comme la syrah, le grenache noir, le mourvédre etl es cépages blancs comme le grenache blanc le muscat, le macabeu sont tous récoltés manuellement. Cela permet de trier les raisins et de créer des vins natures sans sulfites ni levures à la vinification. Objectif est de rechercher des vins naturels qui présentent le plus possible le terroir.

Clos de l'Amandaie

Coteaux du Languedoc

For six generations, the Peytavy family has taken turns on the slopes of Clos de l'Amandaie in the beautiful town of Aumelas 25 km north-west of Montpellier. Each generation brings its touch of modernization and signs the influence of its time while drawing on the advice of the elders.

Famille Fabre

Cote de Roussillon

The Fabre Family has been enthusiastic about and living for wine for over 14 generations. As a result, she is one of the oldest winemaking families in the Languedoc. Since 1605, the vineyards have evolved through balanced alliances while maintaining linked to the land and the grape, resulting in a total of 5 castles in Languedoc today.

Cazes House

Cote de Roussillon

The 220-hectare domaine is ideally located in the Agly Valley, at the foot of the Corbières foothills. The predominantly clay-limestone soil is strewn with schist detritus and siliceous pebbles, an interesting combination that is very conducive to the production of fine wines. Over 220 hectares entirely converted to organic and biodynamic growing. Landward, Cazes has a presence in all the Roussillon appellations • Côtes du Roussillon • Côtes du Roussillon Villages (Latour de France, Tautavel) • Maury • Fitou • Muscat de Rivesaltes • Rivesaltes

Chateau La Roque

Pic Saint Loup

The estate, which is about 20 kilometers north of Montpellier in the town of Fontanès, is one of the Pic Saint-Loup appellation's crown jewels. The vineyard work is solely based on biodynamic principles in order to conserve the quality soil and promote quality production that is life-friendly.

Château de l'Engarran

Coteaux du Languedoc

The Château de L'Engarran, located at the gates of Montpellier in the village of Lavérune and surrounded by 3 hectares of French-style parkland, is part of the Languedoc region's rich historical and cultural legacy. Engarran, which was purchased by the Bertrand / Grill family in 1923, is above all a family passion, with women playing a prominent role for four generations. Following the sisters, Diane Losfelt, the estate's owner and winegrower since 1984, is now in charge, aided by her niece Emilie Grill. They are devoted to a sustainable future because they aim to get the most out of what the planet and the environment have to offer.

Domaine Costes-Cirgues

Coteaux du Languedoc

When we took over Domaine Costes-Cirgues in 2003, intuition dictated the obvious: the estate could only be run with the most intimate respect for local biodiversity. The vines are grown organically and our treatments are based on the principles of biodynamics. Costes-Cirgues vinification is an exercise in patience and thoroughness and delivers a range of vintages with a lot of character, nobility and complexity. Whether the work is done in concrete, stainless steel or barrels, balance is always the leitmotif. From fermentation to bottle, our juices are pampered and protected without additional sulphites . Bottling takes place at the Château and the special vintages are warmly counted and numbered.

Domaine Enclos de la Croix Bio

Cote de Roussillon

In the Petite Camargue, the Enclos de la Croix estate is a historic wine-growing property. It was founded in the village of Lansargues, between the Etang de l'Or and the Cévennes, in 1814. This vineyard, which has been handled by eight generations of a family of wine connoisseurs, spans 23 hectares.

DOMAINE GRAND GUILHEM

Fitou

The Domaine Grand Guilhem is a family and artisanal wine estate of 8.8 ha certified in organic farming since 2004 and producing wines adhering to the “natural method” charter (manual harvest, fermentation from natural yeasts, no added sulphites or any other input). It has a charming B&B and Gîtes accommodation structure, with a 19th century mansion and outbuildings. Located overlooking Cascastel, a small wine-growing village of 200 inhabitants of the “Vallée du Paradis”, it is ideally located in the heart of the Cathar country and 25 km from the beaches of the Mediterranean. 30 km south of Narbonne, 40 km north of Perpignan and 40 km south-east of Carcassonne, you will easily find on your road maps Durban-Corbières (on the D611), the nearest town offering all the amenities, located at 6 km.

Domaine Treloar

Cote de Roussillon

Jonathan and Rachel Treloar own and run this small, highly-regarded vineyard and winery in the Roussillon, France's most exciting wine region. Our path was rather unusual. We lived and worked within 500m of the Twin Towers on September 11 2001 and witnessing that event made us rethink our life and provided the catalyst to make our dream a reality. On our 10 hectare estate we do all the work in the vineyards and winery ourselves. For us it is a labour of love to make the best wine possible at an accessible price, even if the quantities are very limited. Our wines are regarded by Jancis Robinson MW, Britains most respected wine critic, as the best in the Roussillon, with eight of our wines currently ranking in her top fifteen. In 2013 we were chosen as the Coup de Coeur (Favourite) Roussillon producer by La Revue du Vin de France, the country's most influential wine magazine. Here in the Roussillon we bring together a passion for good wine, New World techniques and the wonderful local terroir. Our aim is to make the best wines possible from every vintage.

Mas de l'Oncle

Pic Saint Loup

Come and discover the Mas de l'Oncle, a family farm of 15 hectares taken up by Fabrice BONMARCHAND in 2011 and located 20 kilometers north of Montpellier in the heart of the Pic Saint Loup appellation. Our vineyard is led in organic farming, the harvest is entirely carried out by hand which allows the selection of the most beautiful bunches. Finally, the grapes are transported in boxes to the vats, limiting crushing