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 comprises small vineyard plots, most of them less than 1 hectare, surrounded by garrigue and woodlands.
Terroir
A unique natural amphitheater made up of south/southeast-facing clay-limestone slopes.
In the vineyard
Sustainable farming practices with organic conversion in progress since 2022.
Harvest
Half of the harvest is carried out manually.
Winemaking
After sorting in the vineyard, the grapes are transported to the winery. The Syrah bunches undergo whole-cluster maceration, a technique that preserves the integrity of the berries and avoids crushing during vat filling. Fermentation lasts about 14 days. Punch-downs and pump-overs are performed based on tasting to extract the wine’s color, tannins, and aromas.
Ageing
A few months of ageing in tanks, followed by 24 months in 225-liter French oak barrels.
Varietals
Grenache
Mourvèdre
Syrah
Specifications
Age of vines : 35 years old
Serving
Serving temperature: 16°C–18°C
Ageing potential
5 to 10 years
Tasting
Deep purple color with bright, limpid reflections. An expressive nose with aromas of garrigue. Well-balanced on the palate, with red fruit, smooth tannins, and fine toasted notes. The finish reveals hints of licorice and vanilla.
Food pairings
This wine pairs well with sauced meats, game, and cheeses.
