Built in the late 18th century on the site of a Gallo-Roman settlement, in the heart of the village of Malviès, Château Guilhem has always been surrounded by vineyards. It is here, in the Aude region, near Carcassonne and facing the Pyrenees, that they have been crafting their wines for five generations, on this unique terroir known as “Malepère,” cultivated with an eco-responsible approach from vine to bottle.
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Cuvée Profile
Round | Fruity and spicy
Serving Recommendations
Serve at 12° to 14°
Aging Potential
2 to 5 years
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Château Guilhem
Located in Malviès, between Limoux and Carcassonne, Château Guilhem has been a family estate since 1878, currently managed by the fifth generation. The domain encompasses approximately 35 hectares of organically cultivated vineyards, clustered around the property and situated against the Malepère massif, in the western Languedoc.
This sector clearly distinguishes itself from the rest of the region by its cooler climatic influence, linked to the proximity of the Pyrenees. This particularity is reflected in the estate's varietal composition, intentionally featuring Atlantic-inspired grape varieties: Merlot, Cabernets, and Malbec. This choice bestows upon the wines a unique profile within the Languedoc terroir, often referred to as 'another Languedoc,' where freshness and structure are prioritized over solar intensity.
The soils play a central role in the wines' balance. The Malepère massif takes its name from a friable rock, which is unsuitable for construction but particularly ... Read more
