In the La Clape vineyards, one name stands out: Château Pech Redon . Taking its name from one of the most picturesque sites in the massif, the estate exemplifies the Mediterranean characteristics that distinguish the wines of this appellation. It is also one of the most respectful of the protected natural park that surrounds it.
Pech Redon: an ancient site
The Romans called it Podium Rotundum . They had established a villa in this place blessed by the gods. In the La Clape massif, this unique and singular landform, now called Pech Redon, seems to have been frozen in time. At its foot, nature is beautiful, and the vines unfold, vibrant and branching in goblet form. The biodiversity that reigns here is probably very close to that of antiquity. Thyme, rosemary, rockrose, and all the plants of the garrigue thrive here. Familiar to the vineyard, they imbue the spirit of the wine. When Christophe Bousquet settled on the Pech Redon vineyard in 1988 , his first decision was to make this unique place the first organic estate in the La Clape massif. This determined choice, respectful of the native fauna and flora, gives the vines a vitality and potential for expression that has made Château Pech Redon one of the highest quality estates in the appellation.
Pech Redon: a virtuous cycle
The wines of Pech Redon have character: that of the land as much as that of the winemaker. The care lavished on the vines, combined with the power of the terroir and climate, are the primary ingredients of their success. The exacting standards and pragmatism that permeate Christophe Bousquet's work in the vineyard, the winemaking process, and the aging process complete the picture. The Languedoc goblet pruning method offers the primary advantage of regulating the effects of a pure Mediterranean climate. The harvest is carried out by hand in crates to preserve the grapes and minimize the time between pruning and pressing. The winemaking process follows protocols based on a thorough understanding of the terroir and indigenous yeasts. The aging process employs subtle nuances that reveal a skillful blend of creativity and expertise. For the wines of Pech Redon are driven by a clear determination: to create wines that are the most evocative expression possible of this remarkable site.
Pech Redon: aged wines
In the wines of Château Pech Redon, a mineral tension predominates, where the power of the fruit mingles with aromas of garrigue and resin. Once grasped, this guiding thread unfolds in nuances that testify to great technical finesse. The range of red wines is clear and precise. Les Cades , whose name borrows from a Mediterranean shrub, showcases a trio of Syrah, Grenache, and Cinsault, carefully extracted during three weeks of maceration. L'Épervier , the estate's star, is dominated by a Syrah whose qualities are enhanced in large oak casks, combined with a Grenache whose aging in tanks has focused on the fruit. La Centaurée , made from Mourvèdre vinified with Syrah, takes the aging process even further to reveal its black fruit, warm spices, and hints of garrigue after 30 months of maturation in 500-liter barrels. With Les Genêts , Chardonnay and Viognier join forces in perfect harmony for a delightful surprise: a Mediterranean wine aged under a veil of yeast. Beneath its golden-yellow hue, tinged with freshness, it reveals a complex aromatic tapestry where citrus peel intertwines with dried flowers, candied fruit, and hints of walnut or truffle. Whether crafted within the strict La Clape appellation or the broader Languedoc region, the wines of Pech Redon stand out for one undeniable quality: they are the full expression of a remarkable terroir, cultivated with integrity and virtuosity by Christophe Bousquet.
