COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2025
GRAPE
Grenache, Syrah
PRODUCER
Maison Cazes
REGION
Languedoc-Roussillon
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Medium - Long
Intensity
Mid - Pronounced
Tannins
Medium - Low
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Produced by the historic Maison Cazes, pioneers of biodynamic viticulture in Roussillon since 1895, Grand Chêne Sans Soufre Ajouté is a vibrant expression of the wind-swept Aspres terroir. Located at the foot of Mount Canigou, the Domaine du Grand Chêne vineyard sits on the historic Pla-del-Rey territory, a site of notable Napoleonic-era battles. Named after a legendary centenary oak tree on the estate, this cuvée represents a modern, low-intervention approach to classic Southern French varieties, offering a remarkably clean and stable natural wine experience.
ALCOHOL
13.0%
AVG. PRICE
€12
STYLE
Natural
VEGAN
YES
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
14-16°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Named after a legendary centenary oak tree standing near the highest parcels of the estate.
Fact 02
The vineyard is located on the historic Pla-del-Rey territory, the site of the Battle of Boulou (1793–1794).
Fact 03
Maison Cazes is one of Europe's largest biodynamic estates, practicing organic and biodynamic farming since 1997.
Fact 04
This cuvée is crafted completely without added sulfites, yet is celebrated for its exceptionally clean, fault-free profile.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The winemaking process for this cuvée is defined by a strict zero-sulfur-added (Sans Soufre Ajouté) protocol from harvest to bottling. Grapes are completely destemmed and gently crushed before undergoing a short, temperature-controlled fermentation between 18°C and 22°C for 5 to 10 days to preserve primary fruit purity and keep tannins soft. Following a brief post-maceration to encourage malolactic fermentation, the wine is aged for approximately three months in stainless steel tanks. It remains completely unoaked and is protected from oxygen throughout racking to maintain its fresh, raw character.
