This domaine, established in 2001 by Marjorie Gallet, has a very evocative name. Located in Montner, in the Roussillon, it boasts 25 hectares of old grape varieties (Carignan, Grenache, Maccabeu, and Syrah) which exude depth and character. Struck by the Roussillon region’s “violent nature”, and charmed by the diversity of its terroirs, she is forging ahead with her husband Stéphane, motivated by the clear conviction that “nature is fundamental, the place confers its energy to the wine, the Roussillon light brightens without burning”. Biodynamic principles are applied in order to produce wines in her image, “at once strong and elegant”. Although the region experiences high summer temperatures, the grapes remain unscathed. The presence of old schist allows the vines to develop long roots and tap cooler depths. Yields are limited to 17hl/ha, making these wines intensely concentrated. Since 2008, Marjorie Gallet has been assisted by Stéphane and they tend the parcels organically (having achieved certification in 2011) and biodynamically. In the cellar, the aim is to retain as much of the freshness of the fruit as possible using simple but precise ageing techniques. This fine, innovative domaine is definitely one to check out.

This pure Maccabeu cuvée comes from sixty-year-old vines cultivated on schist, red clay and iron-rich soil. This complex geology produces are remarkably interesting wine. The vines are grown according to biodynamic methods and the grapes are completely harvested by hand. The grapes are then sorted so that only the best and ripest ones are used to craft the wine. Indigenous yeasts start fermentation, before the resulting wine is matured in 500-litre barrels. This allows it to develop a good texture without the wood altering its fresh and fruity aromas. Enjoy its indulgent fruity notes, long finish, salinity and its ability to complement fine gourmet dishes as well as mushroom risotto or white-fleshed river fish.