Domaine de Thulon

Nestled on the hillsides of the Beaujolais region, Domaine de Thulon is located on the site of the former farmstead of Château de Thulon, whose origins date back to the 15th century. Today, the estate cultivates approximately 16.5 hectares of vineyards, spread across the steep slopes characteristic of the area.

After working as sharecroppers for some twenty years, Annie and René purchased the estate in 1987, which at the time comprised 8 hectares of vineyards and the farm buildings. They gradually expanded bottling operations on the estate, laying the foundation for the estate as it is today and passing on their winemaking expertise to future generations.

The vineyard is situated on slopes where mechanization is limited, which means that most of the work is done by hand throughout the year, from vine maintenance to the harvest. This geographical constraint encourages a careful and consistent approach to vineyard management, tailored to the specific characteristics of the Beaujolais terroirs.

The estate follows a sustainable farming approach, with the goal of limiting inputs and preserving the environment while ensuring the quality of the grapes. The wines produced seek to authentically express the character of the hillsides, with vintages built on the purity of the fruit and the clarity of the terroir. All of the work at Domaine de Thulon strikes a balance between tradition and adaptation to the contemporary challenges of viticulture.