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Domaine Gramenon
Côtes du Rhône · Rhône · France
The Gramenon estate belongs to Michèle Aubery-Laurent, who moved in 1978 with her husband Philippe to Montbrison-sur-lez in the Drôme Provençale. There, they purchased 12 hectares of vineyards located in the northernmost part of the southern Rhône. The couple managed the vineyard with organic practices and a deep respect for nature, and their wines quickly became beloved. Unfortunately, in 1999, Philippe Laurent passed away in an accident, and Michèle Aubery took over the full management of the estate. Since 2006, the family's son, Maxime-François, has been in charge of the estate's administration.
“In 2010, the winery was certified biodynamic by Demeter.”
The family now owns 26 hectares of biodynamically farmed vineyards, with Grenache making up 65% of the total plantings. The oldest vines are up to 120 years old, and in addition to Grenache, there are also varieties of Viognier, Syrah, Clairette, and Cinsault. The winemaking is done with minimal intervention and native yeasts. The wines are characterised by intense emotion, class, and elegance.
