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 is composed 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, with organic conversion underway since 2022.
Harvest
Harvesting is carried out entirely by hand.
Winemaking
After a first sorting in the vineyard, the grapes are brought to the cellar. The Syrah bunches undergo whole-cluster maceration. This technique helps preserve the integrity of the berries and prevents crushing during vatting. The maceration lasts about 14 days. Punch-downs and pump-overs are done according to tasting to extract the wine’s color, tannins, and aromas.
Ageing
Aged for 24 months in new 110-liter French oak barrels sourced from selected forests.
Varietals
Syrah
Mourvèdre
Specifications
Age of vines : 40 years old
Serving
Serving temperature: 16°C–18°C
Ageing potential
10 to 15 years
Tasting
Nose of dark fruits and licorice. The palate is very concentrated with beautiful dark fruit flavors. Excellent aromatic balance.
At nose
Dark fruits and licorice.
On the palate
Concentrated and rich, with well-balanced dark fruit aromas.
Food pairings
This wine pairs wonderfully with meats and cheeses, or as a surprising match with a molten chocolate cake.
