Domaine de Laxé

Domaine de Laxé

An emblematic Gascony vineyard in Fourcès (Gers), founded in 1962 by the Estrade family. 90 hectares on a clay-limestone terroir. South-West and international grapes, Classics (organic), Friandises and Grands Vins aged in oak barrels.

Domaine de Laxé, located in Fourcès, is an emblematic vineyard of the Gascony. Founded by Desire Estrade and his sons, who arrived from Algeria in 1962, the estate was developed with passion and determination to become a reference in Gascony wines. Thanks to this solid family foundation, Remy and Eric Estrade perpetuate the tradition while integrating modern practices to produce high-quality wines.

Typical and internationally known grapes

Domaine de Laxé grows South-West grapes such as Colombard, Ugni Blanc, Petit and Gros Manseng and Tannat, as well as international grapes such as Chardonnay, Sauvignon, Merlot and Syrah. These grapes allow the creation of a diverse range: the Classics, the Friandises and premium cuvees aged in oak barrels, suitable for ageing and fully expressing the richness of this sought-after terroir.

The premium Grands Vins: Nuit Blanche, Soleil d'Oranie

IGP Côtes de Gascogne - aged in oak barrels

The estate's premium cuvees, aged in oak barrels and suitable for ageing: the Grand Vin Nuit Blanche (white) and the Grand Vin Soleil d'Oranie (red). They fully express the richness of a sought-after terroir.

The Tradition range (organic): white, rosé, red, semi-sweet

IGP Côtes de Gascogne - the Classics, AB-certified

The Classics range, certified Organic: Tradition Blanc Sec, Tradition Rosé Sec, Tradition Rouge and Tradition Moelleux. Pleasure wines, frank and accessible, faithful to the identity of the Gascony.

The Friandises & the sweet wines

IGP Côtes de Gascogne - Gascon gourmandise

The Friandise cuvees (Passion, Délice Blanc), gourmet and original, and the Elixir Liquoreux: sweet and dessert whites that make the reputation of the Gascony, perfect as an aperitif and with desserts.

A clay-limestone terroir of plateaus and hillsides

Fourcès - 90 hectares in the Gascony

The 90-hectare vineyard rests on a clay-limestone terroir of generous plateaus and hillsides, ensuring a constant quality of the grapes, in dry and wet years alike. A temperate climate and autumns favourable to ripeness, between Montreal du Gers, Condom and Mezin.

South-West & international grapes

Colombard, Manseng, Tannat, Chardonnay, Merlot, Syrah

The estate grows South-West grapes (Colombard, Ugni Blanc, Petit and Gros Manseng, Tannat) and international grapes (Chardonnay, Sauvignon, Merlot, Syrah). Enough to compose a diverse range: Classics, Friandises and premium cuvees.

A family heritage since 1962

Fourcès - the Estrade family

Founded by Desire Estrade and his sons, who arrived from Algeria in 1962, the estate has become a reference of the Gascony wines. Today, Remy and Eric Estrade perpetuate the tradition while integrating modern practices, for high-quality wines.

The Gascony wines of Fourcès, from pleasure to premium, direct

Which Domaine de Laxé wine to choose?

For a premium cuvee aged in barrels, the Grand Vin Nuit Blanche (white) or Soleil d'Oranie (red); for an organic pleasure wine, the Tradition range (dry white, rosé, red, semi-sweet); for gourmandise, the Friandises and the Elixir sweet wine.

Where is Domaine de Laxé located?

In Fourcès, in the Gers, at the heart of the Gascony (Occitanie), between Montreal du Gers, Condom and Mezin. The 90-hectare vineyard rests on a clay-limestone terroir of plateaus and hillsides, one of the most renowned of the region.

Is Domaine de Laxé organic?

The Tradition range (dry white, dry rosé, red, semi-sweet) is certified Organic, and the estate is committed to organic conversion across the whole vineyard. An approach that combines tradition and modern practices, respectful of the Gascon terroir.

Since when has Domaine de Laxé existed?

The estate was founded by Desire Estrade and his sons, who arrived from Algeria in 1962, and developed with passion to become a reference of the Gascony wines. Today, Remy and Eric Estrade perpetuate this family heritage.

Which grapes does Domaine de Laxé grow?

South-West grapes: Colombard, Ugni Blanc, Petit and Gros Manseng, Tannat; and international grapes: Chardonnay, Sauvignon, Merlot and Syrah. This diversity allows the making of a wide range of cuvees, from pleasure wine to wine for ageing.

What are the cuvees of Domaine de Laxé?

Three ranges: the Classics (Tradition Blanc Sec, Rosé Sec, Rouge, Moelleux, organic-certified), the Friandises (Passion, Délice Blanc) and the Elixir sweet wine, and the premium cuvees aged in oak barrels (Grand Vin Nuit Blanche, Grand Vin Soleil d'Oranie).

What is the premium range of Domaine de Laxé?

Cuvees aged in oak barrels, suitable for ageing, that fully express the richness of the terroir: the Grand Vin Nuit Blanche (white) and the Grand Vin Soleil d'Oranie (red). The summit of the estate's range, between tradition and innovation.

What is the Tradition range of Domaine de Laxé?

The Classics range, certified Organic: Tradition Blanc Sec, Tradition Rosé Sec, Tradition Rouge and Tradition Moelleux. Frank and accessible wines, ideal to discover the identity of the Gascony every day.

What is the Grand Vin Soleil d'Oranie?

The Grand Vin Soleil d'Oranie is the estate's premium red cuvee, aged in oak barrels and suitable for ageing. Its name evokes the origins of the Estrade family, who arrived from Algeria in 1962. A red for ageing, an expression of the Gascon terroir.

Which types of wine does Domaine de Laxé produce?

The full palette of the Gascony: dry whites and semi-sweet or sweet whites, a dry rosé, pleasure reds and reds for ageing. Wines that range from immediate pleasure to premium cuvees aged in oak barrels.

What to pair with Domaine de Laxé wines?

The dry whites with fish, seafood and as an aperitif; the semi-sweet and sweet wines with foie gras, cheeses and desserts; the rosé with grilled dishes; the reds (including Soleil d'Oranie) with red meats, South-West dishes and cheeses.

Can you buy Domaine de Laxé wines directly?

Yes: the estate's Gascony wines (organic Tradition, Friandises, Grands Vins) are available here, direct from the property, shipped with care, across France and Europe.

Direct from the estate, the Gascony wines of Fourcès

Domaine de Laxé: an emblematic Gascony vineyard in Fourcès (Gers, Occitanie), founded by Desire Estrade and his sons, who arrived from Algeria in 1962, today run by Remy and Eric Estrade. 90 hectares on a clay-limestone terroir of plateaus and hillsides, between Montreal du Gers, Condom and Mezin. South-West grapes (Colombard, Ugni Blanc, Petit and Gros Manseng, Tannat) and international grapes (Chardonnay, Sauvignon, Merlot, Syrah). Tradition range certified Organic, estate in organic conversion. Three ranges: Classics, Friandises and premium cuvees aged in oak barrels.

Cuvees: Grands Vins Nuit Blanche (white) and Soleil d'Oranie (red, oak barrels); Tradition Blanc Sec, Rosé Sec, Rouge and Moelleux (organic); Friandise Passion and Délice Blanc; Elixir sweet wine - IGP Côtes de Gascogne