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Domaine d'Argenson

An exceptional vineyard at the foot of Mount Brouilly

A terroir in heritage

A family estate with a rich past, the Domaine d’Argenson emerged from the passion of a family dedicated to the love of wine. This inherited terroir is both a pride and a duty: that of sublimating an exceptional domain.

The responsibility of successive generations at the head of the estate is that of a constant search for excellence, with the utmost respect for the viticultural tradition of our region.

This long-term vision is a commitment to the vineyard, to those who work there, but also to those who taste and appreciate our wines.

An exceptional estate

Domaine d’Argenson enjoys an exceptional location at the foot of Mount Brouilly - a secluded and preserved natural surrounding that gives birth to great wines.

Our winemakers exclusively grow Gamay grapes. Our vines average 51 years. Some of the vines still in use today date back from 1930.

In order to ensure a wine of the highest possible quality, all grapes are handharvested in a traditional manner.

From a traditional vinification to breeding the wine, all the choices made are guided by the expectations of excellence, traditional values and respect of our land.

A winegrower’s know how

In addition to the quality of the estate and its exposure, producing great wines is the result of the work and expertise of the winemaker. Domaine d’Argenson works with a team dedicated to family values, where everyone’s expertise is recognised and respected.

The role of the viticulturist and wine maker is to respect the land - the fruit - and - the wine. This consists of understanding the soil and nurturing it. Vine management is thus conducted in a traditional and reasoned way.

The oenologist of the Domaine extends this work during the winemaking process, which reveals the unique expression of each wine. He carefully watches over the wine during the aging process, in vats and barrels, in the shadows of cellars.

Expressive wines

The Domaine d’Argenson produces wines that are carefully crafted, strictly respecting and exceeding all guidelines required to obtain the protected appelation. The unique character of our wines - Brouilly and Côte de Brouilly - comes from the richness of the surrounding granitic and volcanic soils. The appearance reveals a, vibrant and beautiful deep ruby colour, accompanied by a scent of red fruits, hints of black fruit with a touch of floral character and sweet spice.

Côte de Brouilly - Cuvée Brulhié
Technical sheet

Côte de Brouilly Cuvée Brulhié

Technical information

Single-plot cuvée from our historic plot. Its name comes from the Roman lieutenant Brulius, who received this hill as a reward for his victories.
2.2 hectare plot located between 290 and 347 m above sea level, facing south, in the immediate vicinity of the vatage. ¾ old vines planted in 1950, goblet pruned, partially trellised. Soils characterized by the presence of stones of eruptive origin. 
Reasoned phytosanitary protection certified HVE3. Manual harvest at optimal maturity. Vinification in whole bunches over 14 days. Gentle pneumatic pressing. Aging in vats before bottling.

Tasting notes

Eye : Deep, dark red.
Nose : Wild strawberry, bilberry nose.
Palate : Ripe fruit flavor : blackcurrant, blackberry, round and warm in the mouth. Frank attack, fruity fullness and final note of spices.

Food pairing

Wonderful with fine food, it goes well with entrées such as a traditional chicken liver terrine, meat or poultry such as duck breast, and with goat’s cheese.

Ratings and Awards

Suckling 91 points

Our little secret

We select the grapes from our best plots and vinify these in oak barrels. This early integration of wood, before the wine is matured, allows better extraction of colours and aromas. It offers ample wines, showing greater character and complexity.

Brouilly
Technical sheet

Brouilly Les Pierreux

Technical information

Single-plot cuvée from one of the best terroirs of Brouilly.
1.5 hectare plot, almost flat, with Mont Brouilly as a background. Fifty-year-old feet, cut exclusively into goblet shapes. Characterized by foothill soils, sedimentary rocks, and mixing sand and granite.
Reasoned phytosanitary protection certified HVE3. Manual harvest at optimal maturity. Vinification in whole bunches over 12 days. Gentle pneumatic pressing. Aging in vats before bottling.

Tasting notes

Eye : Deep, shiny, dark ruby.
Nose : Starting off on the floral side, followed by deeper, ripe fruit aromas including raspberry, blackberry and blackcurrant.
Palate : Both fine and fleshy. Beautiful, pure and straight structure, built on soft and round tannins. The finish is long and fresh.

Food pairing

Brouilly is an extremely versatile red wine and can be paired with a wide variety of dishes. It’s a great partner to dishes such as beef bourguignon, mushroom-based dishes, and accommodates well Chinese and Japanese food. It can provide an original pairing with Saint Marcelin cheese or risotto.

Ratings and Awards

91 points par James Suckling

Our little secret

We select the grapes from our best plots and vinify these in oak barrels. This early integration of wood, before the wine is matured, allows better extraction of colours and aromas. It offers ample wines, showing greater character and complexity.

Côte de Brouilly - Pater
Technical sheet

Côte de Brouilly Pater

Technical information

Cuvée from our plots located “around my father’s house”. Pater, a Latin nod to the centurion Brulius, is also a tribute to our elders.
5 hectares plots, going from the bottom of the hill to the summit of Mont. Old vines, sometimes centuries old, only pruned into goblet shapes. Soils composed of blue stones and granites, slope scree.
Reasoned phytosanitary protection certified HVE3. Manual harvest at optimal maturity. Vinification in whole bunches over 14 days. Gentle pneumatic pressing. Aging in vats before bottling.

Tasting notes

Eye : garnet color, with purplish reflections
Nose : Scents of black fruits, pepper, and floral (violet)
Palate : Fresh and invigorating attack and classy, ​​cherry on the palate; sustained finish with a beautiful tannic structure.

Food pairing

Wonderful with elegant, fine-dining food requiring subtle and balanced
flavors. A perfect match for meals including traditional chicken liver terrine,
meat or poultry such as duck breast, and with goat’s cheese.

Ratings and Awards

Suckling 91 points

Our little secret

We select the grapes from our best plots and vinify these in oak barrels. This early
integration of wood, before the wine is matured, allows better extraction of
colours and aromas. It offers ample wines, showing greater character and
complexity.

Brouilly
Technical sheet

Brouilly La Cadole

Technical information

Cuvée from our plots in the middle of which stands a cadole : an old vineyard cabin, made of dry stone, used as a shelter for our elders.
3.3 hectare plots located to the west of Mont. Mix of old and young vines, fully trellised. Soils on deep granite and old alluvium.
Reasoned phytosanitary protection certified HVE3. Harvest at optimal maturity. Vinification in whole bunches over 12 days. Gentle pneumatic pressing. Aging in vats before bottling.

Tasting notes

Eye : robe rubis, brillante
Nose : parfums de fruits rouges, de framboises, d’épices douces
Palate : attaque fraiche, tanins discrets et élégants

Food pairing

Brouilly is an extremely versatile red wine and can be paired with a wide
variety of dishes. It’s a great partner to dishes such as beef bourguignon,
mushroom-based dishes, and accommodates Chinese and Japanese food
well. It can provide an original pairing with Saint Marcelin cheese or
risotto.

Ratings and Awards

91 points par James Suckling

Our little secret

We select the grapes from our best plots and vinify these in oak barrels. This early integration of wood, before the wine is matured, allows better extraction of colours and aromas. It offers ample wines, showing greater character and complexity.

News

Terra Vitis, Responsible winegrowers, from this year
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  • 18 August 2024

Terra Vitis, Responsible winegrowers, from this year

Based on these 3 pillars: preserving Nature, protecting Humans and ensuring the economic viability of the producer, we thus affirm our responsible commitment with this voluntary […]

Vintage 2024 : to separate the wheat from the chaff
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  • 17 May 2023

Vintage 2024 : to separate the wheat from the chaff

The spring was very trying; we constantly had to adapt to the numerous rainy episodes, to protect our vines, which did not emerge unscathed. It is Mother Nature who decides, and […]

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+33 (0)4 74 09 01 42 Monday to Friday from 8h-12h and 13h30-18h
contact@domaine-argenson.com
1339, Route du Mont Brouilly 69460 ODENAS
FRANCE

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