Côtes du Rhône
The Domaine
Domaine Gris des Bauries - Quarter les Aires - 26770 Taulignan - (+33) 06 15 59 30 53 - info@gris-des-bauries.com
Ours small estate (12 hectares) is planted with regional Rhône grapes, with an average vine age of 20 years. We work our vines with meticulous and passionate care, and strive to produce outstanding grapes.
The soil is carefully tilled, then grapes are selectively thinned in the spring to give the top of the crop all the attention and nutrients it deserves. We harvest as late in the season as is possible, considerably later than other producers in our area. We plan to convert to organic farming in the summer of 2010.
The two main varietals of Domaine des Gris des Bauries are typical of the area: grenache and syrah. Grenache grapes provide distinction and charm, with strawberry and cherry aromas; the nearby garrigues, planted with lavender and thyme, probably account for the light herbal scents also found in grenache casks. Syrah grapes bring color, structure and flavors reminiscent of violets and licorice as well as a peppery touch. The recent acquisition of a plot planted with clairette now allows us to produce a white wine.
Our vineyard is located in Taulignan, in the rolling hills east of the Rhône Valley, the northernmost area where Southern Rhônes are grown. By allowing excellent drainage, the mix of limestone and clay in the ground provides our wines with good concentration and a high minerality.
