Clos l'Abeuradou

Hugh Ryman

L’Abeuradou is located in the Minervois region, on the hills east of Carcassonne in western Languedoc. Here, in the garrigue-clad foothills of the Montagne Noir, the focus is on crafting characterful, terroir-driven wines in the Minervois appellation. This region is known for its breathtaking landscapes and diverse geography, featuring rolling hills, chalky soils, and a mosaic of microclimates. Due to the wide variation in terroir, the appellation is divided into five sub-regions. L’Abeuradou cultivates vineyards in three distinct sub-zones to fully express the diversity of the Minervois region. Sustainable viticulture is paramount: the grapes are hand-harvested and vinified naturally, often with whole bunches for added freshness and structure. The wines are aged in both oak and concrete barrels, depending on the character of the plot, with the aim of optimally reflecting the unique aroma, finesse and expression of the terroir.

Website: www.labeuradou.fr

Hugh Ryman

With his project in Caunes-Minervois, the experienced Hugh Ryman is setting a new standard for terroir-driven wines from the Languedoc. Since 2017, he has focused on the best plots in this prestigious appellation, aiming to vinify wines that reflect the region's unique characteristics. The organically farmed vineyards of L’Abeuradou, situated at an altitude of 350 to 500 meters with varied schist and limestone soils, benefit from the Mediterranean sun and cool winds, resulting in grapes of exceptional quality and wines with character.

€27.95

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Clos L'Abeuradou 2019

A complex and expressive Minervois. A layered nose with aromas of blackberry, cherry, and cinnamon. Full on the palate with intense dark fruit, minerality, striking freshness, refined tannins, and a long finish. Delicious with rich dishes such as game, lamb, or grilled red meat.

Producent	Appellation	Style
Clos l'Abeuradou		Powerful & Robust
Oak aging	Vineyard management	Format
Yes	Practising organics	750 ml

€17.50

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Les Causses Calcaires 2020

Refined, fruit-driven Minervois. Seductive nose with red and black currant, vanilla, and cocoa. Elegant and soft on the palate with red and black fruit, cocoa, spice, a fresh undertone with minerality, soft tannins, and a long, layered finish. Delicious with vegetarian dishes, red meat, game, and hard cheeses.

Producent	Appellation	Style
Clos l'Abeuradou		Rich & Exuberant
Oak aging	Vineyard management	Format
Partially	Practising organics	750 ml

€17.50

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Les Terrasses 2023

A generous, gastronomic white Minervois. Rich nose with aromas of apple, lime, apricot, ginger, and floral nuances. Broad and creamy on the palate with matching fruit, wild herbs, and seductive oak notes. Delicious with hearty fish, poultry, white meat, with or without creamy sauces, and semi-mature cheeses.

Producent	Appellation	Style
Clos l'Abeuradou		Rich & Round
Oak aging	Vineyard management	Format
Yes	Practising organics	750 ml

French Wines

Many famous and very special wines are made in France. It is perhaps the wine country with the greatest wines and grapes. From the north east to the border with Spain, wines are made from many different grape varieties. Wine is part of the country's culture and a meal without wine is unthinkable here. French wine regions such as Burgundy, Bordeaux, Rhône, Loire, Alsace, Jura and Languedoc are just a few of the unique wine regions that can be found in the country.

French red wine

The main grapes for red wine in France are, without wanting to discredit any other grape variety: pinot noir, cabernet sauvignon, merlot and syrah. Pinot noir is the grape variety of Burgundy and great French wines such as Volnay, Pommard, Corton and Clos de Vougeot are made from this grape variety. Cabernet sauvignon and merlot are mainly planted in Bordeaux, the region of Saint-Emilion and Margaux. Finally, Syrah is the basis for the great wines from the northern Rhône, such as the famous wines Côte-Rôtie and Hermitage.

French White Wine

White wines are of course made throughout the country, but the most important areas for white wine are Loire, Burgundy and Alsace. Three wine regions located further north in France. Here, French wine is made from well-known grape varieties such as chardonnay, sauvignon blanc, pinot gris and riesling, but also from lesser-known varieties such as aligoté, chasselas, gewurztraminer and melon de bourgogne. Chardonnay is the basis for the white wines from Burgundy and in the Loire there are fine examples of the sauvignon grape from Sancerre and Pouilly-Fumé, for example.

French sparkling wines

In addition to the still wines, France is of course known for the sparkling wines that are made in Champagne, of course, but also in the Loire, Jura, Alsace and Burgundy. In Champagne, chardonnay, pinot noir and pinot meunier form the basis of sparkling wines made with the classic second fermentation in the bottle. We offer you several sparkling wines from France, most of which are certified organic and are perfect as an aperitif or as an accompaniment to various dishes.