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 composed of south/southeast-facing clay-limestone slopes.
In the vineyard
Sustainable farming practices, with conversion to organic agriculture underway since 2022.
Harvest
The harvest is carried out entirely by hand.
Winemaking
After a first sorting in the vineyard, the grapes are brought to the cellar. Syrah bunches undergo whole-cluster maceration. This technique preserves the integrity of the berries and prevents any 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 24 months in 110-liter new French oak barrels sourced from selected forests.
Varietals
Mourvèdre
Syrah
Specifications
Age of vines : 40 years old
Serving
Serving temperature: 16°C–18°C
Ageing potential
10 to 15 years
Tasting
Aromas of dark fruits and licorice on the nose. The palate is very concentrated, showcasing beautiful dark fruit flavors with a well-balanced aromatic profile.
At nose
Dark fruit and licorice aromas.
On the palate
Very concentrated, with ripe dark fruits and a well-balanced expression of flavors.
Food pairings
This wine pairs perfectly with meats and cheeses, or can be enjoyed with a rich chocolate fondant.
