The Ampelhus estate cultivates rare local grape varieties, such as Terret Noir and Picpoul Noir, native to Châteauneuf-du-Pape, ensuring that their wines possess a freshness resulting from slow, extended ripening. Grown organically and vinified without additives, these wines demonstrate a high quality that has been recognized with numerous awards. Hand-harvesting and aging in stainless steel tanks preserve the wines’ fruitiness and freshness.
How to enjoy this wine?
Cuvée Profile
Round | Fruity
Serving Recommendations
Serve between 10° and 12°
Aging Potential
2 to 5 years
Our Review of the Cuvée
Domaine Ampelhus
In Faugères, Domaine Ampelhus leverages schist soils, characteristic of the appellation, which promote structured and elegant expressions. The vineyard is predominantly planted with Syrah, Grenache, and Carignan, Mediterranean grape varieties interpreted here with a focus on balance rather than sheer power.
Vineyard management is based on organic practices, enabling precise soil analysis and optimal ripeness control. In the cellar, vinifications are conducted gently to preserve the purity of the fruit and the finesse of the textures. Extractions remain measured, without aiming to over-concentrate.
The wines exhibit a tight grain and consistent tension, supported by precise and restrained aromatics. The profiles avoid excessive ripeness, favoring linearity and clarity. The domain's overall approach offers a measured and coherent interpretation of Faugères, based on freshness, structure, and fidelity to the terroir.
