For many generations the vines at Domaine de Chateaumar have been cultivated by father and son. Today it is Jean-Felix and Frederic Souret who manage the vineyard, always maintaining the greatest respect for nature : vineyards run for generations without any chemical weedkillers.

The family estate is located some 9 km from orange, on the D72 departmental road, in the heart of the production area for AOC Cotes du Rhone.

The vineyards of the estate include:

• 25 acres of AOC Cotes du Rhone, on stony clay-limestone soil.
• 12 acres AOC Chateauneuf du Pape. The soil of this prestigious appellation being red clay and large round cobbles.

Wine varieties

The vineyard is naturally established from several noble varieties, principally Grenache, Syrah and Mourvedre.

Farming

Absolutely no herbicide is used here. The soil is turned several times during the year – providing aeration and suppleness – this allows the vine stocks to draw a wonderful energy from deep down to create beautifully formed grapes.

Harvest

Once fully matured the grapes are hand-picked; selected and sorted with great care.

Traditional vinification

The vinification is carried out in our “wine-house” over more than 15 days. The grapes give us powerful wine with pepper and spice highlights, and the aroma of ripe red fruits.

Aging

The wines are stored with great care. They are aged over 12 to 18 months before bottling at the Estate (Domaine).

Sustainable Farming Estate
Winemaker: Frédéric Souret