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Domaine de Perdiguier

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The powerful round towers come into view above the vines A “Monument Historique”, the castle bears witness to the pomp of the feudal era, at the time of Jean Perdriguier, king’s treasurer. Laure and Pauline Feracci and their mother Christine carefully preserve the inheritance that was transmitted through the women. Where art and wine meet, viticulture and agriculture are accompanied by cultural activities. The new cuvée Les Filles de Perdiguier 2001 whose label was created by the Canadian Pierre Corneudet, reveals fresh and subtle aromas of plums and currants, cooled by sweet almonds – a different, very feminine wine. Guided visit of “trompe-l’oeil” frescoes painted on the ceiling in the 17th century and inside the tower. Courtyards and cellar of the castle are open to the public. www.domaineperdiguier.com

Château l’Hospitalet

admin — Thu, 28 Nov 2013 16:42:45 +0000

Gérard Bertrand’s domain is impressive as much for the quality of his wines as to the work that was accomplished. Renown and well-known, the G. Bertrand brand is the reference of Languedoc’s renewal. The Autrement rouge variety ADC Côteaux du Languedoc fills out the mouth and ends on a note of vivacity and aromas of leather, liquorice and spice. The Cigalus Blanc Vin de Pays d’Oc is a great white wine with an intense perfume of citrus fruit, peach, honey and dried fruit. Gerard Bertrand, child of the region, man of wine and rugby, bought the Hospitalet with 80 hectares of vines and 11,000 of garrigues in 2002. Vines show up ad infinitum in the chalky, dry and sunny monastic décor of la Clape. A small island occupied 25 centuries ago by the Phoenicians and Greeks, baptized by the Romans “Insula Laci” that might be the cradle of the vine in Gaul. Vermentine, grenache blanc, syrah and mourvèdre bloom in bourboulenc, an historical variety. Hôtel, restaurant and stores complete the domain, with a contemporary winery and an underground cellar containing 2,000 barrels. Hospitality is an art to be cultivated; with the tramontane blows a wind of creativity: Art festival, jazz concerts, encounters around the truffle, wine harvests. Something is always happening at the castle.

www.gerard-bertrand.com

Château Coupe Roses

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A former garaged transformed into tasting cellar and Art gallery. Are the Coupe Roses wines called garage wines? They are actually quality wines. Françoise Frissant-leCalvez and Pascal treat the vine with respect, insisting on organic products, and the harvest is done by hand. In the country of vine, olive trees and honey, the vines planted on Causses pebbles, produce generous wines – somewhat irreverent, like Françoise, or poetic, like her husband Pascal. The white vintage 100% roussanne, raised on schists, contains a slight quantity of minerals. The Minervois Granaxa, 90% grenache on a base of prunes, coffee and chocolate, asserts itself as a good company for poultry. These are totemistic wines. A large part of the production oriented towards export is more than successful in China. Worthy heiress of a whole line of winemakers, Françoise is the ambassador of charm for Minervois. La Caunette is a departure point for the great Minervois roads. Still to be discovered.

www.coupe-roses.fr

Domaine Puech Haut

admin — Mon, 25 Nov 2013 10:11:14 +0000

Domaine Puech Haut

How does the spirit of wine comes to an industrialist? It happened to Gérard Bru. Gérard, a witty man, entrusted his roots and his destiny to Saint-Drezéry with the faith of a “new generation” wine grower. Stone upon stone, creating from nothingness, he built and signed the history of his vineyard and his domain. A domain where the art of winemaking and Art go hand in hand. Recuperation of historic stones for his house, venerable vine stalks for his vineyard – Gérard has become the ancestor of modernity. Nothing stops him, everything stimulates him. His crest, a ram’s head in stone, is reproduced ad infinitum in the winemaking plant and engraved on bottles and labels. The casks support creativity. Di Rosa, Jean-Paul Bocaj or Chantal Thomas sign their work on the wood. And what about the wine? Well, I swear, the elegance of the bottle of rosée cuvée Prestige 2012 is in perfect equation with the house.

www.puech-haut.com

Doffo Winery

admin — Thu, 22 Nov 2012 15:36:10 +0000

Doffo Winery. The red wines from this family owned winery specialized in reds produces a beautiful Cabernet franc with exceptionally soft tannins for this grape varietal. But you can also admire the small, yet compelling, motorcycle collection. Art is in the air quite literally as classical music is playing 24/7 in the vineyards! 36083 Summitville rd., Temecula, Tel.: + 1 951 676-6989. www.doffowines.com

Château Touny les Roses

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Château Touny les Roses. Jardins à la française, cour d’honneur, l’ancienne et belle demeure du poète gaillacois Touny Brys est un domaine viticole depuis 200 ans. Sur la rive gauche du Tarn, le château entouré de ses 3 parcelles en cépage duras, braucol et syrah produit des vins rouge et rosé en AOC Gaillac. Assemblage des trois cépages, la cuvée Théa est élevée en cuve et celle du Poète en fut de chêne. Le rosé de saignée composé de duras et syrah apporte une fraîcheur toute fruitée, bonbon et framboise. Le propriétaire du domaine Thierry Bosschaert et son épouse ont aménagé dans le domaine un gite et des suites d’exceptions avec piscine et table d’hôtes. Une décoration très arty dans un cadre XVIIIe siècle dont une suite inspirée par les œuvres du peintre Mondrian. C’est le beau mariage du contemporain et du vin. Tel : 05 63 57 90 90. www.chateautounylesroses.fr

Les Hospices de Gigondas

admin — Mon, 04 Jun 2012 14:15:51 +0000

The Gigondas hospice. The château and its fortifications were built in the XIIIth century. From the origin, it was dedicated to welcoming the poor and sick. The Saint Calvaire and Saint Sépulcre friary became a pilgrimage destination, famous throughout the Dauphiné region.

In 1984, the town hall saved the abandoned site and redeveloped it. From 1994, this high medieval village expresses itself through a route with monumental works of art by highly respected French and foreign artists. A marvellous fleeting architectural open sky scene managed and renewed every year thanks to the talent of its young curator, Dominique Bonsignori. During the warmer months, it is the setting for wine and musical events. Tel.: 04 90 65 80 76. www.gigondas-vin.com

Charles Spinetta Winery & Wildlife Art Gallery

admin — Wed, 23 May 2012 10:46:46 +0000

Charles Spinetta Winery & Wildlife Art Gallery. Offering Barbera, Chenin Blanc, Petite Sirah, Primitivo, Zinfandel and rare, aged Amador County Wines. There is also a wildlife art gallery, containing hundreds of pieces in the 3,000 square foot gallery. There are paintings, wood and soapstone sculpture, raku ceramics and multimedia artwork. Open Thurs-Mon. 12557 Steiner Road. www.charlesspinettawinery.com

Château Sainte-Roseline Vineyard

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Domaine Château Sainte-Roseline. This exceptional classified vintage possesses a site, also classified, of outstanding beauty: an old XIVth century abbey, where the bishops of Fréjus would come to stay, a XIIth century cloister and a park with centenary plane trees. The relics of Sainte-Roseline are preserved in a chapel along with several more recent treasures: a mosaic of the artist Marc Chagall, representing the meal of the angels, and a bronze bas-relief by Alberto Giacometti. Exhibitions, events, tastings, wine tasting workshops: the estate offers a rich and varied programme all year long. 83 460 Les Arcs-sur-Argens. Tél.: 04 94 99 50 30. www.sainte-roseline.com

Salisbury Vineyards

admin — Thu, 10 May 2012 17:35:34 +0000

Salisbury Vineyards. The taasting room is housed in a century old schoolhouse, where visitors can enjoy the wines whilst perusing the Salisbury Fine Art Gallery. The gallery showcases emerging artists and sculptors, and the exhibitions are changed every 8 weeks. Wines include Pinot Noir, Chardonnay and Albarino from the maritime climate of the Avila Valley, as well as Cabernet Sauvignon and Zinfandel grown by family in Paso Robles. Open daily Mon-Thus 12-5, Fri-Sun 11-6. 6985 Ontario Road, San Luis Obispo. www.salisburyvineyards.com