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Chateau des Bachelards

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Chateau des BachelardsOnce again, this elegant property has been built by the Benedictine monks in the 17th century. They drew themselves the”clos” as well as the main house house of. The 6ha-clos now produces exclusively Fleurie wines, one of the most complex terroirs in the region. The Countess Alexandra de Vaizelles acquired the castle in 2014. Full of ambition, she expands successfully the range with Saint-Amour, Moulin-à-Vent appelations and white wines. A very nice guest room is available in the tastefully decorated castle. Wine tasting on request. Tel: +33 9 81 49 47 00

Châteaux les Ollieux Romanis

admin — Thu, 28 Nov 2013 17:01:56 +0000

The origins of the Domain go back to the 11th century. In the 12th century, the vineyard depended on the nuns of Fontfroide. Today, the 150 hectares belong to another lady: Jacqueline Bories. We are in the “Boutenac” varieties. Originally, the carignan variety, basis of the Corbières with grenache and alicante, an autochtonal variety, brought color to the pale wine. But this stage has now passed. The carignan is at the heart of their wine. The magazine Vins de France lost its heart to their IGP Costières Boutenac, variety OR 2010, a red blend in majority carignan and grenache; the variety Atal Sia (Let it be????) is original and very fruity, both to be discovered with many others in the very beautiful stone cellar built in 1896.

www.ollieux.com

Domaine Château Coujan

admin — Thu, 28 Nov 2013 10:44:07 +0000

The name of Caîus attesting to the traces of an ancient Roman villa is found in archives dating back to 968. The fortified farm and the Romanesque chapel were erected on the site of Wisigoth tombs dedicated to the martyred Saint-Etienne. Coming into the domain of Goujan, of a metallic blue among the greenery, you will admire house peacocks nesting at the top of tall trees. The scene is magical and unexpected. Peacocks are also found on the armorial labels. Orchards, wheat, barley, olive trees and vines abound on 180 hectares tended and developed by the energetic Florence Guy. She produces from AOP Saint-Chinian to IGP in Coteaux de Murviel. The Bois Joli cuvée, issued from old vines, offers a large and gourmand red. Florence has fitted out two large lodgings with a view on the vines and a pool in the métairie.

www.chateau-coujan.com

La Jasse Castel

admin — Wed, 27 Nov 2013 18:06:02 +0000

Cherries, I tell you! Yes, a generous red fruit, impetuous as a woman. Do not look for a castle, nor for a cellar. Pascale Rivière’ s den is to be found along the Saumailles way. Her vines are all around. Bought one at a time, blended and vinified to render cuvées of great finesse. Her AOP Coteaux du Languedoc are endowed with feminine power. We also like the La Pimpanela cuvée, a peony in Occitan, a treat of a wine that blooms in a complex blend, and les Combariolles that express, on stone, the potential of grenache. At the top, Guide Hachette 2009 lost its heart to Le Jasse 2009.
Pascale, a dynamic Dame du Vin, is president of Vinfilles.

www.jasse-castel.com
www.vinfilles.fr

Clos des Nines

admin — Wed, 27 Nov 2013 17:49:15 +0000

One vineyard and three Nines! By grappling impulsively with the domain in 2002, Isabelle Mangeart baptized its vineyard “Nines” for her three daughters in Occitan. 10 hectares of vines with olive trees grouped together in the center of the garrigue. Varieties newly planted but also venerable ones like carignan and alicante. Three Nines and three ranges. The Pulp collection in the three colors declines pleasurable wines. With the “O” wines, the whole concentration of the grape is expressed, especially for the cuvée “O” of the vineyard: Fine tannins, intense perfume, spices, pepper and vanilla. As to the oils of the Clos and the very fruity wines des Lucques and Picholine, the whole garrigue expresses its versatility.

www.closdesnines.com.

Château de l’Engarran

admin — Tue, 26 Nov 2013 17:15:23 +0000

For Diane and Constance, the duo of the wine ladies, patrimony and wine are one and the same at Engarran. Atlases are represented on the label of the two emblematic cuvées Quetton Saint-Georges and Adelys. The Atlases, entwined with vine shoots, bear witness to the viticultural activity of the domaine since the 18th centuy. For the Sainte-Cécile cuvée, the label reproduces the face sculpted in stone of Lois de Marigny, beloved wife of Jean Vassal, the former owner. In the park, the statue of a lioness feasting on grapes gave its name, The Lion, to a gourmet cuvée.
Statuaries, bestiaries, grottoes and water buffet will delight you. The discovery of the Castle, splendid 17th century “Folie” with its consecrated chapel and its Versailles type park will make y our eyes open wide. Whether on the side of the courtyard or the garden, the architectural ornaments of the façades pay homage to love and wine. 60 hectares, by half AOP and IGP, the wine worked out by the ladies declines in AOP Languedoc, Grès de Montpellier and Vin de pays d’Oc. The cuvée La Lionne had us roaring with pleasure. Guided visit around the castle and wine museum.
www.chateau-engarran.com

Les Fils de René Quénard

admin — Mon, 10 Dec 2012 15:03:59 +0000

Les Fils de René Quénard. Claire Taittinger, of the famous Champagne house, has traded bubbles for Savoie whites when in 2008 she took on the role of manager for Les Fils de René Quénard. Clare has brought glamour and prestige to this Chignan-Bergeron estate whose 2009 Bergeronette vintage is a golden white wine made from the roussane variety. The nose is lingering and sweet with soft aromas of acacia and almond. www.lesfilsderenequenard.wix.com

Domaine Cellier du Palais

admin — Mon, 10 Dec 2012 15:01:51 +0000

Domaine Cellier du Palais. The estate, owned by the Bernard family since 1700, sits on 7 hectares of land covered with cherry, almond, fig and cicadas tress. Beatrice Bernard, the sole winemaker in Apremont, has created a signature blend utilizing the fresh aromas of the terroir – white flowers and exotic fruit. The Cuvée Vieilles Vignes Apremont, made using 80 year old vines, is full-bodied and has a seductive nose, with subtle aromas of peach and apricot. www.lecellierdupalais.com

Domaine de Ripaille

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Domaine de Ripaille. The vineyard’s 22 hectares of land dates back to the Middle Ages and according to legend was greatly appreciated by the Dukes of Savoy. Today, owner and winemaker Paule Necker oversees the are Ripaille vineyard. It is a specialized, chic property and was given the first QOC classification for their Vin de Savoie in 1973. Produced from the grape Chasselas, it has a fresh, fruity nose with aromas of violets and honey. On sale at Domain. Tel : 04 50 71 75 12. www.ripaille.com

Hoyt Family Vineyards

admin — Thu, 22 Nov 2012 13:39:56 +0000

Hoyt Family Vineyards. Meet Carol Hoyt, the only woman winemaker and owner of
Malibu. Her vineyard, very close to the ocean rolls down from the footsteps of her beautiful home. This is private property so do not expect bus tours to be able to step in and sample wines. After various attempts, Carol decided to plant only chardonnay grapes in her own backyard, but produces other wines from purchased grapes, coming mainly from the Central Cost. Her estate chardonnay is not for the light hearted. It is a full bodied and oaked white, typical of the Californian tradition of chardonnay production. With a phone call and a referral from www.winechictravel.com you may be able to schedule a visit in order to see the beautiful vineyard and sample what she has to have you try facing the pool. A woman of character producing wines just like her. Malibu www.hoytfamilyvineyards.com