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Domaine de Figueirasse
Domaine de Figueirasse, an AOC Sable de Camargue estate since 1905: organic Gris de Gris rosé, direct from the estate...
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Domaine de Figueirasse - the soul of the sand wines at the heart of the Petite Camargue
Domaine de Figueirasse
A sand-wine estate of the Petite Camargue, between the Rhone Mort de Saint-Roman and the Mediterranean. The Saumade family since 1905, 55 hectares in AOC Sable de Camargue, organic farming. Cuvees Gris de Gris, Les Saladelles, Les Baronnets.
A unique terroir between sea and Rhone. Rooted in the wild lands of the Petite Camargue, Domaine de Figueirasse stretches between a former arm of the Rhone, the Rhone Mort de Saint-Roman, and the Mediterranean Sea. This timeless landscape, shaped by the wind and the light, gives the vines a rare identity.
The name of the estate comes from the fig trees once cultivated here in the 19th century, before the phylloxera crisis upset French viticulture. The sandy soils, spared by the parasite, then allowed the rebirth of the Camargue vineyard. It is in this terroir of resistance and light that the winegrowing vocation of Figueirasse was born.
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A family saga since 1905
For more than a century, Domaine de Figueirasse has belonged to the Saumade family, today represented by Charles, Michel, Gerard and Adrien, three generations united around the same passion: the vine. From the original 20 hectares, the family has patiently expanded the estate to reach 55 hectares, entirely dedicated to the production of AOC Sables de Camargue wines.
Their secret? A wind-formed soil, rich in minerals and silicas, with a fine, light texture. Less than 200 metres from the sea, the vines enjoy a unique microclimate: the sea breezes temper the summer heat, while the iodised spray nourishes the freshness and minerality of the fruit.
A respectful and living viticulture
Domaine de Figueirasse cultivates the vine as an ecosystem in its own right. Organic farming is an obvious choice here: respect for the soils, mechanical work free of herbicides, preserved biodiversity. This approach, passed down from generation to generation, makes it possible to obtain pure, concentrated and expressive grapes, faithful reflections of the terroir of the Sables de Camargue.
In this coastal area where the sea seems to watch over the vine, each bunch captures a little salt, sun and wind. The result: wines of a saline freshness and a natural elegance, rare in the south of France.
The emblematic cuvees of Domaine de Figueirasse
Gris de Gris
AOC Sable de Camargue - rose (Grenache Gris)
The estate's signature wine: a pale, delicately fruity rose, with notes of pink grapefruit and white flowers, a taut and crystalline palate.
Les Saladelles
White wine (Marsanne, Roussanne)
A golden hue and aromas of white-fleshed fruits, fresh almond and sea breeze. A luminous wine of great delicacy.
Les Baronnets
Red wine (Syrah, Grenache, Cabernet Sauvignon)
A bouquet of ripe red fruits, black olives and sweet spices; velvety texture and a slightly iodised finish, the nobility of Mediterranean wines.
Cuvee Princiere
Gris de Gris - confidential edition
A more confidential edition, of great aromatic purity: a perfect balance between freshness, minerality and roundness, the refinement of the Camargue.
Wines of the sands of Camargue, direct from the estate
Between tradition and modernity
Equipped with a modern cellar, the estate combines traditional know-how and technological innovation. Each harvest is vinified with precision in order to preserve the natural freshness of the fruit and the identity of the terroir. Over the years, Domaine de Figueirasse has established itself as an essential reference of the sand wines, an ambassador of winegrowing Camargue and its living heritage.
The wines of Domaine de Figueirasse are much more than a local production: they are wines of emotion, born of a shifting land and a maritime climate. They translate the meeting of water, wind and light. Each bottle tells a story of preserved nature, of transmission and of family passion.
And you, have you ever tasted a wine of the sands of Camargue able to capture the freshness of the sea wind and the warmth of the southern sun?
Your questions about Domaine de Figueirasse
Where is Domaine de Figueirasse located?
In the Petite Camargue, between a former arm of the Rhone (the Rhone Mort de Saint-Roman) and the Mediterranean Sea, less than 200 metres from the sea.
How long has Domaine de Figueirasse existed?
Since 1905: the estate has belonged to the Saumade family for more than a century, today represented by Charles, Michel, Gerard and Adrien.
Where does the name Figueirasse come from?
From the fig trees once cultivated here in the 19th century, before the phylloxera crisis upset French viticulture.
Why did the Camargue vineyard survive phylloxera?
Thanks to the sandy soils, spared by the parasite, which allowed the rebirth of the vineyard: it is this terroir of resistance and light that gave birth to the Figueirasse vocation.
What is the size of the estate?
55 hectares (from 20 hectares originally), entirely dedicated to the production of AOC Sables de Camargue wines.
What makes the terroir of Figueirasse unique?
A wind-formed soil, rich in minerals and silicas, with a fine, light texture, and a microclimate less than 200 m from the sea: sea breezes and iodised spray nourish the freshness and minerality of the fruit.
Is Domaine de Figueirasse organic?
Yes: organic farming is an obvious choice here, with mechanical work free of herbicides and preserved biodiversity.
What are the estate's cuvees?
Gris de Gris (the signature rose), Les Saladelles (white), Les Baronnets (red) and the Cuvee Princiere (Gris de Gris).
What is the Figueirasse Gris de Gris?
The estate's signature wine: a pale Grenache Gris rose, delicately fruity, with notes of pink grapefruit and white flowers.
What is the style of the Figueirasse wines?
A saline freshness and a natural elegance, rare in the south of France: each bunch captures a little salt, sun and wind.
Which dishes pair with these wines?
The Gris de Gris and the Les Saladelles white as an aperitif and with seafood and fish; the Les Baronnets red with grills and Mediterranean meats.
Where can you buy Domaine de Figueirasse wines directly?
You can find the available cuvees here, direct from the estate, carefully shipped across France and Europe. The selection changes with the vintages.
Direct from the estate, at the heart of the Petite Camargue
Domaine de Figueirasse - A sand-wine estate of the Petite Camargue, the Saumade family since 1905.
Wines of the sands of Camargue, organic - Gris de Gris, Les Saladelles, Les Baronnets
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