Presentation
Located in Claret, in Hérault, at the heart of Languedoc, Domaine De Villeneuve is a family estate that highlights all the richness and diversity of Pic Saint-Loup wines. The terroir, composed of limestone soils and scree, benefits from a Mediterranean climate tempered by the influence of the surrounding mountains. The estate practices integrated pest management, favoring manual work and precise vinifications to preserve the authenticity of the fruit. The reds, made from Syrah, Grenache, and Mourvèdre, are powerful and elegant, with notes of black fruits, pepper, and garrigue. The more confidential whites charm with their freshness and balance. An emblematic estate of Pic Saint-Loup, ideal for discovering deep and expressive wines.
Location
The estate consists of small vineyard plots, most of them under 1 hectare, surrounded by garrigue and woodland.
Terroir
A unique natural amphitheater made up of south/southeast-facing clay-limestone slopes.
In the vineyard
Sustainable farming practices, with organic conversion underway since 2022.
Harvest
Half of the harvest is carried out by hand.
Winemaking
After sorting in the vineyard, the grapes are brought to the cellar. The Syrah bunches are vinified using whole-cluster maceration. This technique helps preserve the integrity of the berries and avoids crushing during vatting. Maceration lasts about 14 days. Punch-downs and pump-overs are guided by tasting to extract color, tannins, and aromas.
Ageing
Aged for 16 months in oak barrels, 70% of which are new.
Varietals
Grenache
Mourvèdre
Syrah
Specifications
Age of vines : 35 years old
Ingredients & nutrition ›
Serving
Serving temperature: 16°C–18°C
Ageing potential
3 to 5 years
Tasting
The wine displays a deep ruby color. The nose is fruity and generous, revealing aromas of violet, raspberry, and licorice. On the palate, it is aromatic and rich, with ample volume. Flavors of red fruits and garrigue herbs are supported by elegant, smooth, and subtle tannins. The wine is round, mineral, with a structured body, good intensity, and long persistence.
Visual appearance
A deep ruby color.
At nose
Fruity and generous, violet, raspberry, licorice.
On the palate
Aromatic and full-bodied, red fruits, garrigue, supple and elegant tannins, mineral character, structured and
Food pairings
This wine pairs well with red meats, sauced dishes, and strong-flavored cheeses.
