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"My domain covers 7 hectares of vineyards and the quality of its terrains is quite startling. This reasonable size vineyard is managed as close as possible to the physiology of vine, betting on soils life and cycles, by using many plant species which contribute, day after day, to our own balance and to the liveliness of the vegetal life. The grape will then enjoy a strict processing until it is bottled, thanks to up-to-date equipment and a very functional cellar. The final touch derives from subtle and precise maturations. For me, the Domain’s philosophy can be summed up in a single word: “Harmony"!

To produce very good wine, three elements are needed: good grapes, good grapes and good grapes! With this as a target, you need a wide terroir and to work hard on the vine. The geographical situation (altitude, latitude...), the exposure to the sun, the environment are all crucial elements that constitute this terroir. Structure and depth of the soil will allow vine to root well, which is needed for the balance of the plant as far as nutriments and water are concerned. I have been fortunate enough to work with people who know the vineyards well and who are sensitive to the vine’s needs. From our love for this vineyard, from the accuracy of our work on the vine derive the quality of each cuvée, from the work atmosphere we create.

The specificity of my various terroirs determines the grape variety I choose for each plot of land. I adapt the vivacity and the production of my vines to the terroirs and to the balance needed for each grape variety. Managing the vineyard evolves around managing the various pruning, the competition of a vine with another, adapting the grassing, working the soil at the vine’s foot, green harvesting, stimulating immune defence system of vine while respecting the production process for organic farming, while respecting life!

Being rigorous in the cellar, training constantly, visiting other domains, all this allows me to refine my vinification processes and to be efficient in the cellar. I have chosen to use proven technology equipment, to produce genuine wines. In the vineyards, close to nature, humility and respect are a must... It is a growing pleasure and an immense privilege to live out of one’s passion. I wish you as much pleasure tasting the wines as we have had growing our grapes." Nicolas Badel - winemaker.