Chene Bleu
Chene Bleu Rhône Tradition with a Twist
Our single-estate “couture” wines are rooted in 500 years of local history, but integrate the most forward-thinking qualitative approaches, as we seek to create wines of exception and distinction, with full respect for nature.
Chene Bleu
An unwavering pursuit of quality, commitment to the environment and equal respect for tradition and innovation in everything we do.
Our objective is to create wines of exceptional quality - natural, refined and complex. We have the great fortune to be in a privileged site, with a long history. We want to respect and express the site’s natural attributes, whilst bringing the best ideas and practices available anywhere.
Hence our motto: Non mihi, non tibi, sed nobis (Not mine, Not Yours, But Ours)
Chêne Bleu in a Nutshell
Born and raised on our family owned vineyard and nestled in a truly exceptional site high up in the Dentelles de Montmirail in Provence, near Gigondas. You’re welcome to visit us there.
Rhône Tradition with a Twist
Our single-estate “couture” wines are rooted in 500 years of local history, but integrate the most forward-thinking qualitative approaches, as we seek to create wines of exception and distinction, with full respect for nature.
Our Ardent Quest
We strive to create a centre for excellence in wine-making, wine instruction and wine appreciation.
Chêne Bleu wines are named after the blue oak tree on our estate, the SCEA Domaine de La Verrière. La Verrière is an isolated medieval priory in Crestet, at the southern border of Gigondas in the Vaucluse region of Provence. In a project that has spanned a decade, we have restored and improved our idyllic mountain vineyards to the highest international standards. Our wines are not related to those of another Domaine de La Verrière, in Goult.
Respect of Nature
We have introduced sustainable, organic and biodynamic practices to underscore our respect for the land and to help the vines and local flora and fauna thrive.
medieval meets modern
Among the outbuildings of the original priory, we have created a modern winery that integrates handcrafted traditions with the latest insights into fine wine production. Its design enables us to implement the most exacting practices so as to assist us in carefully crafting our unique wines.
Meticulous Standards
Our objective has been to exert ourselves to the utmost and to bring out from the land and the vines the finest expression that can possibly be expected.
Team Effort
Along with Jean-Louis, Bénédicte, (Xavier’s brother-in-law and sister) and our team of distinguished friends – local experts and international consultants - we have worked really, really hard to create these wines. We are passionate about our project, which represents the culmination of our collective world views and a shared pursuit of excellence.
Shared Knowledge
As our motto implies, we believe deeply in the value of exchanging experience and ideas with other wine makers, professionals and enthusiasts.
Unwavering Commitment
Winemaking is an exercise in humility. Handmade wines are costly and time-consuming to produce. However, we are convinced that bespoke wines of the highest quality demand that investment.
Featured Wine Brands
Each brand in our collection has been carefully selected for their commitment to excellence, unique terroir expression, and exceptional quality standards.