Domaine de la Dourbie

Established in 1781, Domaine de la Dourbie is located on the right bank of the Hérault, at the foot of the Causse du Larzac. The estate takes its name from the Dourbie, a local river that flows through the vineyard before joining the Hérault. This geographical location positions the estate within a transitional context, balancing Mediterranean influences with cooler, altitude-driven climates.

The vineyard has been managed organically since 2009 and is divided into two distinct sections. Approximately 20 hectares surround the main estate, while a second plot of about 12 hectares is situated at nearly 300 meters above sea level in the Rouveyrolles valley. This area, surrounded by garrigue, benefits from a more temperate microclimate, promoting gradual ripening and naturally fresher balances.

Both vineyard and cellar work are carried out entirely on-site, with particular attention paid to manual harvesting and grape sorting. Vinification aims to preserve the identity of the two terroirs, seeking a clear expression of the fruit and a legible representation of the soils, without artificial intervention.

The cuvées from Domaine de la Dourbie reflect this dual origin, combining the generosity of Languedoc with a tension imparted by altitude and diverse exposures. The overall approach offers a coherent and deeply rooted interpretation of the Hérault valley, based on organic farming, masterful vinification, and the enhancement of complementary terroirs.