Our wines
La vie, Ici, Aujourd’hui :
our pleasure range
These three words sum up our desire to live for the moment through wine.
We wanted to communicate the idea of a simple, and oh so symbolic, idea in “La vie” with Syrah for the red wine.
The characteristic freshness of our terroir is delightfully present in our white blend, which perfectly carries its name, “Ici”.
Next is the ephemeral spirit of having a good time with friends accompanied by the rosé wine, “Aujourd’hui”.
This range, personifies the estate with its convivial approach; a daily pleasure for all occasions.
For those extra special moments, we offer two more sophisticated wines.
La vie
IGP Côtes de Thau
Red 2018
Climate :
Mediterranean, windy exposure
Varietal :
Syrah
Age of the parcels :
14 years and 26 years
Growing :
reasonable agriculture, respect of biodiversity, only organic treatments, without herbicide, sexual confusion
Vinification :
Each parcel is fermented separately. Grapes are destemmed and cruished, in stainless steel tank with temperature
controlled.
Filtration :
unfiltred
Bottling :
at the domain by a specialized company
Soil :
Anglo Calcareous, only organic amendment
Pruning :
Cordon de Royat
Alcohol :
13,5% vol
Harvest :
by night for cool temperatures
Ageing :
in stainless steel tank
Tasting :
” This sultry wine has a compelling nose of blackberries, boysenberries and charcoal briquettes. Thick and broad as it enters the palate, there’s plentiful density, superb fruit concentration and primo balance. Flavors of cassis, maple syrup and peat moss intertwine to create a crazy array of complexity. The incense-laden finish lingers with a balanced dryness.” 91/100 WineEnthusiast Feb2020
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Ici
IGP Côtes de Thau
White 2019
Climate :
Mediterranean, windy exposure
Varietals :
Sauvignon Blanc, Grenache Blanc
Age of the parcels :
25 years and 14 years
Growing :
reasonable agriculture, respect of biodiversity, only organic treatments, without herbicide, sexual confusion
Vinification :
slow fermentation at low temperature in stainless steel tanks
Bottling :
at the domain by a specialized company
Soil :
Anglo Calcareous, only organic amendment
Pruning :
Cordon de Royat
Alcohol :
12,5% vol
Harvest :
by night for cool temperatures. avoiding oxydation and preserving aromas
Ageing :
in stainless steel tank
Tasting :
” Pale straw colour with a green hue. Pure nose with primary fruit notes, fresh grapes, lemongrass, citrus and lime. Light structure, fresh and zesty with juicy fruit and a soft finish.” Andreas Larsson, Best Sommelier of the World, 85/100
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Aujourd’hui
IGP Côtes de Thau
Rosé 2019
Climate :
Mediterranean, windy exposure
Varietals :
Cinsault, Syrah
Age of the parcels :
45 years for the Cinsault and 27 years for the Syrah
Growing :
reasonable agriculture, respect of biodiversity, only organic treatments, without herbicide, sexual confusion
Vinification :
slow fermentation at low temperature in stainless steel tanks
Bottling :
at the domain by a specialized company
Soil :
Anglo Calcareous, only organic amendment
Pruning :
Cordon de Royat
Alcohol :
12,5% vol
Harvest :
by night for cool temperatures. Avoiding oxydation and preserving aromas
Ageing :
in stainless steel tanks
Tasting :
Very pale in colour, releasing fruity notes and a lively, fresh palate. Perfectly adapted to the first rays of sunshine, aperitif, barbecues…
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Serment de vigne and Chemin de vie :
our range elegance
“Serment de vigne” which could translate as “pledge from the vines” represents a challenge: our version of the Viognier grape, with an aromatic profile faithful to the variety but with a twist of character from the Thau lagoon. The pledge is an offer of wonderful balance between finesse and aromatic depth.
“Chemin de vie”, or Way of living, is a vintage which has been matured in well-seasoned oak casks. This process transforms the wine, offering a totally different profile to the initial version of Syrah wine. This wine is for laying down and is only presented when it is good and ready, when its rounded body and aromatic power are fully developed, for your pleasure.
These two confidential wines reflect the demanding precision applied during the wine making process through their subtle character, revealed only upon tasting.
Serment de vigne
IGP Côtes de Thau
White 2016
Climate :
Mediterranean sea influence, plots ideally exposed to wind
Grappes :
Viognier
Vines age :
20 years old
Growing :
reasonable agriculture, respect of biodiversity, only organic treatments, without herbicide, sexual confusion
Vinification :
Skin maceration in inert pneumatic press. Direct pressing and collected juice for clarification. Low temperature maceration in thermoregulated stainless vat.
Filtration :
Sterile filtration just before bottling
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Soil :
Anglo Calcareous, only organic amendment
Cutting :
Guyot pruning
Alcohol proof :
13,5% vol
Harvest :
date chosen to obtain a nice natural acidity and a smooth aromatic presence without excess.
Wine ageing :
in vat on fine lees with regular stirring
Tasting :
First nose is floral with light jasmine smell then fresh apricot flesh. In mouth, yellow fruits delicacy with citruses note… Rare expression of Viognier grappe.
Chemin de vie
IGP Côtes de Thau
Red 2016
Climate :
Mediterranean sea influence, plots ideally exposed to the wind
Grappes :
Shiraz, blend of 2 different parcels
Vines age :
24 years and 12 years old
Growing :
reasonable agriculture, respect of biodiversity, only organic treatments, without herbicide, sexual confusion
Vinification :
separate vinification of parcels. Complete destemming and crushing to weaken the skin. Maceration done at moderate temperature in thermoregulated stainless steel tank. Soft extraction during 3 weeks.
Filtration :
no
Bottling :
done in the wine estate by a specialized company.
Soil :
Anglo Calcareous, only organic amendment
Cutting :
Cordon de Royat (universal cordon pruning)
Alcohol proof :
13,5% vol
Harvest :
by night for cool temperatures
Wine aging :
in barrels of 2 years
Tasting :
” Bright dark purple colour. The nose reveals some new oak, ripe dark fruit, blackberry, pepper, clove and some meaty notes. Very nice palate, medium weight but dense fruit with ripe young tannin, a fresh backbone, spicy and floral dark fruit, cassis and crushed blackberry with good grip and persistency.” 92/100 Andreas Larsson, Best Sommelier of the World, March 2020