Domaine d’Aussières
Languedoc, France
When it comes to heritage, not many wineries can measure up to Domaine d’Aussières. From supplying ancient Rome with wine nearly 2,000 years ago to its confiscation for private ownership under Napolean Bonaparte, the vineyards and cellars of this tiny village in the Corbières AOC have seen their share of history. A storied past and the unique, unusually cool microclimate of the estate vineyards is what initially attracted Baron Éric de Rothschild to Aussières; added to the esteemed portfolio of DBR Lafite in 1999. In this otherwise warm and sunny pocket of Southern France, Aussières’ cool, high-altitude vineyards in combination with a selective approach to winemaking bring a pleasing balance and energetic freshness to each wine.
Wines
A d'Aussières Rosé
Languedoc, France
The top 50% of vineyard parcels, rich with stony and sandy soils go into this complex rosé with notes of blood orange and raspberry, decadent now but with the structure to age for five years or longer.
A d'Aussières Chardonnay
Languedoc, France
A fruit-forward, modern and approachable Chardonnay. Farmed from the coolest plots of the estate for distinctive freshness.
A d'Aussières Rouge
Languedoc, France
A true Pays d’Oc red with Bordelais flair that showcases the breadth of Domaine d’Aussière’s estate, blending the Mediterranean varieties grown in its cool microclimate with Bordeaux varieties grown on the plain with deep soils of sand and silt.
Blason d'Aussières
Languedoc, France
A traditional Languedoc blend of mainly Syrah and Grenache with some Carignan and Mourvèdre, this wine is made mostly with estate fruit grown in the domaine’s cool microclimate. Its vinification focuses on preserving that freshness and it shows notes of ripe red fruit, sweet spice, blackberry, pepper, and garrigue.
Altan d'Aussières
Languedoc, France
Altan is named after the cooling sea breeze at Domaine d’Aussières. Its peppery notes enhance the aromas of thyme, sage, juniper and rosemary, accenting a rich core of cherry and praline.
Château d'Aussières Rosé
Languedoc, France
Aussière’s cool microclimate matures the Grenache and Syrah for this wine slowly, developing a wide palette of flavors. The top 50% of certain plots of stony and sandy soils go into this rich rosé with notes of blood orange and raspberry, decadent now but with the structure to age for five years or longer.
Château d'Aussières Rouge
Languedoc, France
A rigorous selection from the best, low-yielding plots on the hilltops. Based on Syrah and Moruvèdre with small amounts of Grenache and Carignan, its extended aging in oak gives it the potential to age for 10+ years.
People
Jean de Roquefeuil
Jean de Roquefeuil, former director of Rieussec, has been writing a new chapter in the story of Domaine d’Aussières since November 2022. His experience and attention to the land are evident in his ability to reveal the splendor and authenticity of each vineyard, even the most demanding ones.
"It’s an amazing place [...] you are often pleasantly surprised. It’s a challenging terroir to reveal, but when you succeed, it’s exceptional."
Jean de Roquefeuil spent his childhood in the countryside of Bordeaux, immersing himself in nature, fields, and the surrounding wildlife. As the son of farmer-winemakers, his passion for vines and terroir led him to an agricultural engineering degree, complemented by a Diplôme National d’Oenologue.
In March 2010, Jean joined the Domaines Barons deRothschild Lafite team at Rieussec in Sauternes as the Vineyard Manager before becoming the Operations Manager in 2017. At the same time, he also took over the reins of Château Paradis
Casseuil, showcasing his mastery of the Entre-deux-Mers terroirs.
In November 2022, he left Sauternes to join Domaine d’Aussières in the Corbières region, located near Narbonne.
From the Atlantic Ocean to the Mediterranean Sea, from fog to sunshine, from sweet wines to red wines, Jean performs a wide-ranging feat. A new challenge that involves understanding the climate and nature of Languedoc.
With an outstanding team, including Jean-Charles Forges as Vineyard Manager and Mathieu Mocquet as Cellar Master, Jean de Roquefeuil aims to make Aussières a place where craftsmanship and creativity come together to best reveal the terroirs of the Corbières.
Mathieu Mocquet
Cellar master and production manager
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