Domaine les Cassagnes, Thomas Roger: a young winegrower in love with the land

Thomas, a young winegrower, shares the story of Domaine les Cassagnes, a 40-hectare vineyard spread across the communes of Gardie, Villebazy, and Saint-Hilaire, which has been passed down from father to son for several generations.

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What is the story behind Domaine les Cassagnes?

A Family Tradition in Winemaking

Thomas is passionate about wine. When his father invited him to join the family vineyard in 2010, he didn't hesitate for a second. At that time, Thomas was working for a company that sold organic agricultural treatment products. Today, Thomas manages both roles, balancing his responsibilities as a winemaker with his commercial activities.

I've always felt a deep attachment to the property. In a way, I've always known I would take over my father's vineyard. It's a true family tradition.

What kind of wines does the estate produce?

Elegant and Affordable Wines

The Domaine les Cassagnes offers a range of five sparkling wines and one red wine, distinguished by their elegance and finesse, as well as their excellent value for money. This is a principle dear to Thomas, who aims to produce wines that are "accessible to everyone," both in terms of taste and price.

How does Thomas approach his work in the vines?

Commitment to Sustainable Viticulture

Thomas is also deeply committed to environmentally friendly viticulture methods. As a true lover of the land, he actively engages in eco-friendly winegrowing projects. The latest initiative is "Les Vignerons de Limoux," an ecological and economic interest group advocating for top-quality viticulture in the Upper Aude Valley.

We have been practicing sustainable viticulture for years. We strive to balance environmental protection with landscape preservation, for our benefit and for our consumers.

What are his plans for the future of the domain?

Embracing Oenotourism and History

Thomas is passionate about oenotourism and the history of winemaking. He aspires to expand the activities around his domain by offering tasting courses and vineyard walks. His dream? To combine his two passions by creating a museum dedicated to vintage winemaking tools

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Frequently asked questions about Domaine les Cassagnes

Where is Domaine les Cassagnes located?

The estate sits in the Upper Aude Valley, around Limoux, a few kilometres from Carcassonne in the Languedoc. Its vines cover about forty hectares shared between three neighbouring villages: Gardie, Villebazy and Saint-Hilaire.

What wines does Thomas Roger make?

The winemaker keeps a tight range of six cuvées: five sparkling wines and one red. All of them favour finesse and elegance on the palate, while staying easy on both the taste and the wallet.

What is Blanquette de Limoux?

It is a sparkling wine made in the Limoux area of the Aude. It ranks among the region's signature appellations and is part of the estate's range of sparkling cuvées.

Does the estate farm organically?

The estate is not described as certified organic. Thomas Roger has long tended his vines using sustainable farming, and takes part in a collective effort, the Les vignerons de Limoux group, working toward viticulture that respects the landscape.

Can you taste or visit the estate?

Wine tourism is one of the winemaker's plans. He hopes to build activities around his vines, such as tasting sessions and walks through the plots, and dreams of a small museum devoted to old vineyard tools.