Clos Sorian

Clos Sorian

A human-scale estate in Saussan, between Montpellier and the Étang de Thau. Around ten hectares, vines aged 30 to 40 years, led by Florent Granier (formerly of Château Labégorce in Margaux). Sincere, precise wines, from the generous everyday to cellaring wines and natural cuvees without added sulphites.

Between Montpellier and the Étang de Thau, in the municipality of Saussan and at the gateway to the Collines de la Moure, Clos Sorian embodies a new generation of Languedoc estates: human-scale, demanding, creative and deeply rooted in its territory. Here the vine expresses itself without artifice, driven by a clear vision: to produce sincere, living and accessible wines.

Le Petit Grain

Everyday cuvee - fresh and generous

An accessible, bright cuvee, on fruit and freshness: immediate pleasure, perfect to share with friends, in the convivial spirit of the estate.

Cuvée Sò

Signature cuvee - Clos Sorian

The estate's signature cuvee (Sò, for Sorian): precise, sincere and expressive, a fine gateway into the style of Florent Granier.

Galéja

Convivial cuvee - Languedoc

A generous, joyful wine, true to its Occitan name: on fruit, suppleness and freshness, designed for the pleasure of sharing.

Tèrra Amorosa

AOP Languedoc - a characterful cuvee

A characterful cuvee in AOP Languedoc, where the terroir expresses itself with precision and personality: the South without excess, with finesse.

Le Clos

Cellaring red - Coteaux du Languedoc / Grès de Montpellier

The estate's cellaring cuvee, aged at length in French oak barrels then refined several years in bottle: deep, structured, harmonious both on opening and with age.

Grés

Red - AOP Grès de Montpellier

The expression of the Grès de Montpellier appellation: a solar, structured red, on rolled pebbles and clay-limestone, built for cellaring.

Le Clos Nature

Organic & natural - no added sulphites

An organic, natural cuvee, vinified without added sulphites: free, living and pure, it reveals the grape and the terroir without artifice.

Languedoc wines, from everyday to cellaring, direct from the estate

A human, modern and committed signature

Clos Sorian advocates a respectful viticulture, attentive to natural balances and soil life. Here, each cuvee tells a story, an emotion, a moment. Nothing is fixed, everything is in motion, in the image of the estate's motto: the best is always yet to come.

Which Clos Sorian wines should you choose to discover the Languedoc?

To discover the Languedoc appellations through Clos Sorian, the most accessible, generous cuvees (Le Petit Grain, Galéja, Cuvée Sò) are an excellent gateway, while the wines aged longer in barrel (Le Clos, Grés) will appeal to those seeking depth and cellaring potential. For the curious, the organic, natural cuvee Le Clos Nature, without added sulphites, offers a pure expression of the grape.

Where is Clos Sorian located?

In the municipality of Saussan, between Montpellier and the Étang de Thau, at the gateway to the Collines de la Moure, in the Hérault. A human-scale vineyard of around ten hectares, between Mediterranean influences and the freshness of the surrounding hills.

Who is the Clos Sorian winegrower?

Florent Granier, a rigorous and inspired winegrower. After more than fifteen years of experience at the prestigious Château Labégorce in Margaux, he chose to return to the South to write his own story and reveal the potential of the Languedoc terroirs.

Which appellations does Clos Sorian produce?

The estate makes wines from several emblematic Languedoc appellations: AOP Languedoc, AOP Grès de Montpellier, IGP Collines de la Moure and IGP Pays d'Oc. A real freedom of creation, between recognised appellations and more original cuvees.

Which grapes are grown at Clos Sorian?

Mainly Syrah, Grenache and Merlot, as well as more original grapes depending on the cuvees. The vines, aged 30 to 40 years, are cultivated with respect for the grape and nature, with deliberately limited yields.

Are the Clos Sorian wines organic?

The estate advocates a respectful viticulture, attentive to natural balances and soil life. Some cuvees are organic and natural, vinified without added sulphites, such as Le Clos Nature; others explore more classic or cellaring styles.

What are the cuvees of Clos Sorian?

A readable, varied range: everyday fresh, generous wines (Le Petit Grain, Galéja, Cuvée Sò), a characterful cuvee (Tèrra Amorosa), organic and natural wines without added sulphites (Le Clos Nature) and cellaring wines aged in barrel (Le Clos, Grés).

What are the Clos Sorian cellaring wines?

Cuvees such as Le Clos and Grés, aged at length in French oak barrels then refined several years in bottle. This approach, still rare in the Languedoc, makes it possible to offer wines that are already harmonious on opening but able to evolve elegantly over time.

What is the Le Clos Nature cuvee?

An organic, natural cuvee, vinified without added sulphites: free, living and pure, it reveals a sincere expression of the grape and the terroir, without artifice.

What is the terroir of Clos Sorian?

A multiple terroir, between sea and garrigue: varied soils (clay-limestone, sandy terraces and rolled pebbles) offering a great diversity of expressions. The 30-to-40-year-old vines and the limited yields give precise wines, true to their origin.

What food pairings work with the Clos Sorian wines?

The fresh, generous cuvees pair with aperitif, grills and Mediterranean cuisine; the cellaring wines (Le Clos, Grés), with red meats, game and matured cheeses; the natural cuvees, with freer, generous cooking.

Can you buy the Clos Sorian wines directly?

Yes: the cuvees are available here, direct from the estate, carefully shipped across France and Europe.

Direct from the estate, the sincerity of the Languedoc

Clos Sorian - a human-scale estate in Saussan (Hérault), between Montpellier and the Étang de Thau, led by Florent Granier: around ten hectares, vines aged 30 to 40 years, several Languedoc appellations.

Le Petit Grain, Cuvée Sò, Galéja, Tèrra Amorosa, Le Clos, Grés and Le Clos Nature (no added sulphites)