Château La Verrerie

In 1981, Jean-Louis Descours discovered Château La Verrerie while searching for a project to pursue after retirement. Captivated by the estate’s potential, he acquired the then 20-hectare property and, together with his son Gérard, undertook its revival. A new winery was built, additional vineyard parcels were acquired, and the family committed themselves to a single goal: producing wines of quality and distinction. The estate’s first vintage was released in 1985.

Today, Château La Verrerie is led by Christopher Descours, Jean-Louis’ grandson and also owner of Champagne Charles Heidsieck. He is joined by talented winemaker Valentine Tardieu-Vitali, recently recognised in Le Figaro’s Top 50 French Winemakers. Under their stewardship, the estate continues to build on its legacy while refining its modern style.

The domaine now encompasses 48 hectares of vineyards in the Luberon appellation, planted primarily to Grenache, Syrah, Cinsault, Carignan and Mourvèdre. Seven hectares are dedicated to white varieties, including Roussanne, Viognier, Clairette, Grenache Blanc and Bourboulenc. The vineyards are farmed organically, with the wines certified organic since the 2013 vintage.

The Luberon Rosé is produced using the saignée method and blends Grenache, Cinsault and Mourvèdre. Aged on its lees for three to six months to enhance texture, it is quintessentially Provençal in style, displaying a pale, delicate hue, vibrant acidity and an aromatic, refined finish.

The ‘Hautes Collines’ Blanc is a blend of Bourboulenc, Clairette, Grenache Blanc and Roussanne. Each variety is fermented separately, partly in cask, before four months of lees ageing, resulting in a wine of freshness, complexity and balance. The ‘Hautes Collines’ Rouge combines Syrah and Grenache, offering expressive blood orange and sweet liquorice notes, framed by silky tannins and a harmonious structure typical of the Luberon. Completing the range, the ‘Hautes Collines’ Viognier shows layers of fresh stone fruit and floral aromas, supported by a well-defined palate and a distinctive saline finish.

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