France

Bergerie du Capucin

ABOUT THE PRODUCER

Guilhem Viau is a tour de force in Pic St Loup in the Languedoc and his domaine has vineyard plots in 3 different areas of the appellation. Bergerie du Capucin translates to “The Friar’s Shepherd” – a nod to the domaine’s historical roots as grazing land for sheep farmers.

CURRENT WINES

Bergerie du Capucin AOP- Languedoc Les 100 Pas du Berger (Rouge)
TERROIR & VINEYARD

Clay-limestone soils over marly subsoils at ~650m in the Pic Saint-Loup foothills, where sharp day-night temperature swings preserve freshness.

VINIFICATION

Each variety vinified separately in stainless steel. Fermentation with selected yeasts at controlled temperatures. No oak.

TASTING NOTES

Brambly fruit aromas with spice. Ripe red berries, cherry, and blackberry with garrigue herbs. Smooth and rounded with a fresh, moreish finish.

Bergerie du Capucin St. Guilhem Le Désert Les 100 Pas du Berger (Blanc)
TERROIR & VINEYARD

Clay-limestone soils over marly subsoils at ~650m in the Pic Saint-Loup foothills, where sharp day-night temperature swings preserve freshness.

VINIFICATION

Gently pressed. Each variety vinified separately at 16-17°C in stainless steel. Matured on fine lees with bâtonnage. No oak.

TASTING NOTES

Aromas of wild flowers and ripe apricot. White peach, citrus blossom, and wild herbs. Creamy texture with an uplifting citrus finish.

QUICK FACTS

REGION

COUNTRY

APPELLATION

Languedoc | Saint Guilhem Le Désert