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Domaine de Moulines
Domaine de Moulines – Five Generations of Passion in the Heart of Languedoc...
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Domaine de Moulines: five generations of passion at the heart of the Languedoc
Domaine de Moulines - The Saumade family, Lansargues (Hérault), IGP Pays d'Hérault
Domaine de Moulines is a family estate of the Languedoc, farmed for five generations by the Saumade family, over 55 hectares between sea and garrigue.
Between Montpellier and Nîmes, Domaine de Moulines stretches over 55 hectares in a single block, on clay-limestone soil bathed by the sea breeze. For five generations, the Saumade family has cultivated a winemaking art built on rigour, respect for nature and quality, to discover direct on Avenue des Vins.
Between Montpellier and Nîmes, at the heart of Mediterranean Languedoc, Domaine de Moulines stretches over 55 hectares in a single block. Set on clay-limestone soil bathed by the sea breeze, the vineyard enjoys an ideal microclimate, where generous sunshine and humid air shape perfectly ripe grapes.
For five generations, the Saumade family has cultivated here a winemaking art founded on rigour, respect for nature and a constant pursuit of quality.
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A family history rooted in the land of Lansargues
The estate's history goes back to the Middle Ages, when the Saint-André de Moulines abbey, now vanished, occupied the lands around the Bérange river. The estate's name comes from the old mills that once turned on this waterway.
In 1913, Léonce Étienne bought the 28-hectare property and gave it to his daughter Léoncie on her marriage to Charles Saumade, from a line of winegrowers in Lunel-Viel. Under their impetus, the estate modernised: an irrigation system, concrete vats, replanted vines.
The following generations continued the work. In the 1970s, Gérard Saumade steered the vineyard towards quality by introducing noble varieties such as Merlot, Grenache, Chardonnay and Viognier. His son Michel developed direct sales and modernised the cellar to master every step, from harvest to bottling.
Today, Charles (a qualified oenologist) and Adrien (a wine-trade specialist) carry it on: a new generation both rooted in tradition and turned towards the future.
A mosaic of grapes, a mirror of the Languedoc terroir
Domaine de Moulines grows a palette of rare, complementary varieties: Chardonnay, Viognier, Vermentino, Marselan, Merlot, Syrah, Grenache, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc and Sangiovese. This diversity makes it possible to craft expressive, powerful, balanced and elegant wines.
Precise winemaking, respectful of the fruit
The red wines. Picked at perfect ripeness, destemmed then slowly fermented in temperature-controlled stainless-steel tanks. A long maceration brings depth and roundness; the best cuvees are aged in oak barrels or concrete tanks.
The white and rosé wines. Picked earlier to keep their freshness, they undergo a gentle vinification at low temperature. Pneumatic pressing and slow fermentation reveal wines bursting with fruit and balance.
The flagship cuvees of Domaine de Moulines
As vintages and availability change, the selection shown on Avenue des Vins may vary; here are a few of the estate's cuvees.
Prestige Blanc
IGP Pays d'Hérault - a Chardonnay and Viognier blend, citrus and white flowers.
Prestige Rouge
IGP Pays d'Hérault - Merlot, Syrah and Cabernet Sauvignon, ample and harmonious.
Grande Réserve
IGP Pays d'Hérault - oak-aged, rich and spicy.
Viognier
IGP Pays d'Hérault - a floral, fruity white with a silky, lingering texture.
Chardonnay
IGP Pays d'Hérault - balanced and bright, freshness and roundness.
Cabernet Sauvignon
IGP Pays d'Hérault - powerful and elegant, blackcurrant and vanilla.
Les Cigales Rosé
IGP Pays d'Hérault - fresh and crisp, for convivial moments.
Les Cigales Blanc
IGP Pays d'Hérault - delicate and lemony, with seafood and salads.
Careful shipping across France and Europe
The excellence of a recognised estate
Rewarded for the consistency of its quality, Domaine de Moulines stands as a reference of the modern Languedoc. Blending tradition, innovation and respect for the living, the Saumade family embodies the success of a sincere and sustainable viticulture.
And you, which Domaine de Moulines cuvee would you like to discover: the freshness of the Viognier or the solar power of the Prestige Rouge?
Why choose Domaine de Moulines
A family estate for five generations. The Saumade family farms Moulines with the same demands, from Charles Saumade to Charles and Adrien today.
An exceptional Languedoc terroir. 55 hectares in a single block between sea and garrigue, on clay-limestone soil bathed by the sea breeze.
A mosaic of ten grape varieties. From Chardonnay to Sangiovese, a rare diversity that feeds expressive, balanced blends.
A complete range. Whites, rosés and reds, from single-variety cuvees to the Prestige wines and the oak-aged Grande Réserve.
Direct from the estate. You order as close as possible to the producer, with careful shipping across France and Europe.
Your questions about Domaine de Moulines
Where is Domaine de Moulines located?
Domaine de Moulines is in Lansargues, in the Hérault, between Montpellier and Nîmes, at the heart of Mediterranean Languedoc. It covers 55 hectares in a single block, on clay-limestone soil bathed by the sea breeze.
Who owns Domaine de Moulines?
The estate belongs to the Saumade family, who have farmed it for five generations. Today Charles (a qualified oenologist) and Adrien (a wine-trade specialist) carry it on, following Gérard and then Michel Saumade.
What is the history of Domaine de Moulines?
Its history goes back to the Middle Ages, around the Saint-André de Moulines abbey and the mills on the Bérange river, which gave the estate its name. In 1913, Léonce Étienne bought the 28-hectare property and gave it to his daughter Léoncie on her marriage to Charles Saumade.
Where does the name Moulines come from?
The name comes from the old mills (moulins) that once turned on the Bérange river, and from the Saint-André de Moulines abbey, now vanished, which occupied these lands in the Middle Ages.
What is the terroir of Domaine de Moulines?
The vineyard sits on clay-limestone soil, bathed by the sea breeze, between sea and garrigue. Generous sunshine and humid air create an ideal microclimate for perfectly ripe grapes.
Which grape varieties are grown at Domaine de Moulines?
The estate grows a mosaic of rare, complementary varieties: Chardonnay, Viognier, Vermentino, Marselan, Merlot, Syrah, Grenache, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc and Sangiovese. This diversity yields expressive, powerful, balanced and elegant wines.
Which appellation do Domaine de Moulines wines carry?
Domaine de Moulines wines are made under IGP Pays d'Hérault, a protected geographical indication that gives the estate the freedom to blend and showcase its grapes, from Chardonnay to Cabernet Sauvignon.
What are the estate's flagship cuvees?
Among the flagship cuvees: the Prestige Blanc, the Prestige Rouge, the oak-aged Grande Réserve, along with single-variety cuvees (Viognier, Chardonnay, Cabernet Sauvignon) and the convivial Les Cigales range, in rosé and white.
How are Domaine de Moulines wines made?
The reds are destemmed then slowly fermented in temperature-controlled stainless-steel tanks, with a long maceration; the best cuvees are aged in oak barrels or concrete tanks. The whites and rosés, picked earlier, are gently vinified at low temperature with pneumatic pressing.
Does Domaine de Moulines farm respectfully?
Yes. The Saumade family builds its winemaking on rigour, respect for nature and a constant pursuit of quality. The precise, fruit-respecting vinification aims to preserve terroir expression and natural balance.
Which dishes pair with Domaine de Moulines wines?
The whites (Viognier, Chardonnay, Les Cigales Blanc) go with seafood, fish and salads; the Les Cigales rosé is perfect as an aperitif; the reds (Prestige, Grande Réserve, Cabernet Sauvignon) pair with meats, grills and cheeses.
Which Domaine de Moulines cuvee should you choose?
For freshness, go for the Viognier or Les Cigales; for power and ageing, the Prestige Rouge or the oak-aged Grande Réserve. Each cuvee reflects the estate's Languedoc terroir.
Where can you buy Domaine de Moulines wines directly?
The available Domaine de Moulines cuvees can be ordered directly on Avenue des Vins, as close as possible to the estate, with careful shipping across France and throughout Europe. The selection and vintages change with each delivery.
Direct from the estate, at the heart of the Languedoc
Domaine de Moulines - Family estate of the Languedoc in Lansargues (Hérault), five generations of the Saumade family, IGP Pays d'Hérault.
Whites, rosés and reds — Prestige, Grande Réserve, Viognier, Chardonnay, Les Cigales