Domaine de Montcalmès
Domaine de Montcalmès is a family-owned winery located in Aniane, in the heart of the Terrasses du Larzac appellation in the Languedoc region. Founded in 1999 by Jean-François and Sylvie Nicollin, the estate is now managed by their children, Laurent and Caroline, who continue their parents' work with a strong focus on authenticity and quality. Domaine de Montcalmès stands out for its commitment to respecting the terroir, sustainable farming, and meticulous winemaking, contributing to its status as one of the leading estates in Languedoc.
The estate spans around ten hectares, located on steep terraces with a variety of soils, mainly consisting of schist and limestone. These soils allow for optimal vine growth, promoting perfect drainage and essential minerality for the wines' complexity and aromatic expression. The climate, characterized by Mediterranean influences and cool nights due to the region's altitude, enables slow ripening of the grapes, preserving their freshness and acidity.
Domaine de Montcalmès primarily grows typical Languedoc grape varieties such as Syrah, Grenache, Mourvèdre, and Carignan, while also experimenting with less common varieties to create unique wines. The vineyards are farmed with rigorous practices, adhering to organic farming principles, focusing on soil management, reducing chemical treatments, and preserving biodiversity. The harvest is done entirely by hand, ensuring only the best grapes are selected to guarantee optimal quality for each cuvée.
Winemaking at Domaine de Montcalmès is a meticulous process. Grapes are carefully sorted before being fermented in concrete tanks, a choice that helps preserve the fruit’s aromas and provides a distinct minerality. The red wines are then aged in oak barrels, which give them beautiful complexity and a fine structure. The white wines are mainly aged in tanks to preserve their freshness and fruity expression.
Domaine de Montcalmès produces a range of wines known for their elegance, depth, and aging potential. One of the estate’s flagship wines, "Montcalmès" red, is a blend of Syrah, Grenache, Mourvèdre, and Carignan. This wine is appreciated for its richness, with aromas of dark fruit, spices, and garrigue, alongside elegant tannins and a long finish. The "Blanc de Montcalmès," a blend of Roussanne, Marsanne, and Viognier, offers beautiful aromatic complexity with floral and fruity notes, as well as a fine minerality.
Thanks to the consistent quality of its wines and its terroir-driven approach, Domaine de Montcalmès has built a solid reputation in the wine world. Its wines are now sought after both in France and internationally. The estate perfectly embodies the richness of Languedoc, blending tradition, innovation, and environmental respect. It continues to produce wines with character, both powerful and elegant, that pay tribute to the unique terroir of the Terrasses du Larzac in Aniane.
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Terrasses du Larzac Domaine de Montcalmès 2018
43,90 €The Terrasses du Larzac Domaine de Montcalmès 2018 is a red wine that beautifully captures the essence of its Languedoc terroir. This wine is a blend of Syrah, Grenache, Mourvèdre, and Carignan, sourced from the estate's steep, schist-rich terraces. The 2018 vintage offers a deep, rich color and a complex nose, with aromas of dark fruits like blackberry...
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Terrasses du Larzac Domaine de Montcalmès 2019
41,90 €The Terrasses du Larzac Domaine de Montcalmès 2019 is a red wine that showcases the richness and diversity of the Languedoc terroir. This blend of Syrah, Grenache, Mourvèdre, and Carignan comes from the estate's steep vineyards, where schist and limestone soils impart great minerality to the wines. The 2019 vintage stands out for its aromatic complexity,...
