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Domaine la Suffrène
Domaine de la Suffrène: organic Bandol mourvèdre direct from the estate in La Cadière-d'Azur...
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Domaine La Suffrène, the soul of Bandol between tradition and modernity
Domaine La Suffrène
A family Bandol estate in La Cadiere d'Azur (Provence), run by Cedric Gravier. 60 hectares of vines and olive trees on clay-limestone terroir. Certified HVE3 (2019) and organic (from the 2021 vintage). Mourvedre, the emblematic grape.
Domaine La Suffrène is above all a family adventure, passed down from generation to generation at the heart of Provence. Anchored in the commune of La Cadiere d'Azur and its neighbouring villages, the estate carries on a long winegrowing tradition while instilling a modern, responsible vision. Each generation has contributed to it with passion, ensuring continuity and a strong identity, in the service of the great wines of Bandol.
A respectful and certified viticulture
Spanning 60 hectares of vines and olive trees, Domaine La Suffrène benefits from a privileged terroir, shaped by the proximity of the sea and the Mediterranean sun. For more than 15 years, the estate has followed a reasoned viticulture, attentive to natural balances. These virtuous practices were rewarded with HVE level 3 certification in 2019, then by the conversion to organic agriculture, made official with organic certification from the 2021 vintage. An approach that illustrates the estate's commitment to a sustainable viticulture, respectful of biodiversity and the natural heritage.
The exceptional terroir of Bandol
The vineyard is split into several plots, spread between Le Castellet, La Cadiere d'Azur and the surrounding villages. These clay-limestone soils, bathed in sun and cooled by sea breezes, offer ideal conditions to fully express the emblematic grape of Bandol: Mourvedre. This unique microclimate, combined with know-how passed down over generations, makes it possible to craft powerful, elegant wines built for cellaring.
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The cuvees of Domaine La Suffrène
The production is built around several ranges that highlight the diversity of the terroir. The Tradition range, in AOC Bandol, brings together the emblematic reds, whites and rosés. The Grands Vins de Bandol offer exceptional single-plot cuvees: Les Lauves, Sainte Catherine and Jas de Clare, built for cellaring. Finally, a range of Vins de Pays du Var and Natural Wines offers accessible, fruity cuvees full of freshness. From immediate wines to great cellaring vintages, a palette of emotions, direct from the property.
A human and authentic history
The estate bears the imprint of its landmark figures, from Fortune Piche, who devoted his life to the vine, to Cedric Gravier, the current winegrower-owner. He today embodies the continuity and future of Domaine La Suffrène, combining respect for tradition and openness to the world. With a vision turned towards the future, Cedric showcases not only the wines but also the olive oil produced at the estate, a reflection of the richness of the Provencal terroir. Between respect for nature, family heritage and winegrowing excellence, the estate stands out as a reference among the wines of Bandol.
The Tradition range: red, white & rosé
AOC Bandol - the emblematic cuvees
The heart of the production in AOC Bandol: powerful, cellar-worthy reds carried by Mourvedre, fresh and sunny whites, gastronomic rosés. The Tradition range, a faithful and emblematic expression of the Bandol terroir.
The Grands Vins de Bandol: Les Lauves, Sainte Catherine, Jas de Clare
AOC Bandol - the single-plot cuvees
The estate's single-plot cuvees sublimate precise terroirs: Les Lauves, Sainte Catherine and Jas de Clare. Reds built for cellaring, born of the finest clay-limestone plots, where Mourvedre reaches all its depth.
Vins de Pays du Var & Natural Wines
IGP / Vin de France - freshness and gourmandise
Alongside the Bandol wines, a range of Vins de Pays du Var and Natural Wines: accessible, fruity cuvees full of freshness. The friendly, sunny spirit of Provence, direct from the property.
Mourvèdre, the emblematic grape of Bandol
The great red grape of Provence
The clay-limestone soils, bathed in sun and cooled by sea breezes, offer ideal conditions to express Mourvedre. This unique microclimate, combined with know-how passed down over generations, gives powerful, elegant and cellar-worthy wines.
An exceptional terroir, between sea and sun
60 hectares of vines and olive trees
The vineyard is split into several plots spread between Le Castellet, La Cadiere d'Azur and the surrounding villages. 60 hectares of vines and olive trees, a privileged terroir shaped by the proximity of the sea and the Mediterranean sun, at the heart of the Bandol appellation.
A family history, from Fortuné Piche to Cédric Gravier
HVE3 and organic, the vine and the olive tree
The estate bears the imprint of its landmark figures, from Fortune Piche, who devoted his life to the vine, to Cedric Gravier, the current winegrower-owner. Certified HVE level 3 (2019) and organic (from the 2021 vintage), it also showcases the estate's olive oil.
The Bandol wines (Tradition, single-plot cuvees and Vins de Pays), direct
Why choose Domaine La Suffrène?
The soul of Bandol. A family reference estate, in La Cadiere d'Azur, in Provence.
A certified viticulture. HVE level 3 (2019) and organic from the 2021 vintage.
Mourvèdre in majesty. Powerful, elegant and cellar-worthy wines, on clay-limestone terroir.
Cuvees for everyone. From the Tradition range to the single-plot Les Lauves, Sainte Catherine, Jas de Clare.
Frequently asked questions about Domaine La Suffrène
Which Domaine La Suffrène wine to choose?
To discover Bandol, the Tradition range (red, white or rosé); for a great cellaring wine, the single-plot cuvees Les Lauves, Sainte Catherine or Jas de Clare; for an accessible, fresh wine, the Vins de Pays du Var and Natural Wines.
Where is Domaine La Suffrène located?
In Provence, at the heart of the Bandol appellation, in the commune of La Cadiere d'Azur and the neighbouring villages (including Le Castellet), in the Var. The vineyard spans 60 hectares of vines and olive trees, on sun-bathed clay-limestone soils.
Is Domaine La Suffrène organic?
Yes: after more than 15 years of reasoned viticulture, the estate was certified HVE level 3 in 2019, then converted to organic agriculture, with organic certification from the 2021 vintage. A sustainable approach, respectful of biodiversity.
What is the emblematic grape of Domaine La Suffrène?
Mourvedre, the great red grape of Bandol. On the estate's clay-limestone soils, cooled by sea breezes, it gives powerful, elegant and cellar-worthy wines, the signature of the appellation.
What are the cuvees of Domaine La Suffrène?
The Tradition range (AOC Bandol red, white and rosé); the Grands Vins de Bandol as single-plot cuvees (Les Lauves, Sainte Catherine, Jas de Clare); and Vins de Pays du Var and Natural Wines, accessible and fruity.
What are the single-plot cuvees of Domaine La Suffrène?
Les Lauves, Sainte Catherine and Jas de Clare are single-plot cuvees in AOC Bandol: they sublimate precise terroirs of the estate, where Mourvedre reaches all its depth. Great cellaring wines, born of the finest plots.
Who is the winegrower of Domaine La Suffrène?
Cedric Gravier, the current winegrower-owner, embodies the continuity and future of the estate. He carries on the heritage of landmark figures such as Fortune Piche, combining respect for tradition, sustainable viticulture and openness to the world.
Can Domaine La Suffrène wines be cellared?
Yes, in particular the Bandol reds (Tradition range and single-plot cuvees), carried by Mourvedre: these are powerful, structured wines, built for cellaring. The whites, rosés and Vins de Pays are happily enjoyed younger, on freshness.
What to pair with Domaine La Suffrène wines?
The Bandol reds with red meats, lamb, game and Provencal daubes; the whites with fish and seafood; the gastronomic Bandol rosés with bouillabaisse, Mediterranean cuisine and grills.
Does Domaine La Suffrène produce olive oil?
Yes: alongside the wines, the estate grows olive trees and produces its own olive oil, a reflection of the richness of the Provencal terroir. Cedric Gravier showcases this dual production, vine and olive tree, emblematic of Provence.
What is the AOC Bandol?
Bandol is one of the great appellations of Provence, renowned for its cellar-worthy Mourvedre-based reds, its gastronomic rosés and its whites. The clay-limestone terroir, the sun and the sea breezes shape powerful, elegant wines there.
Can you buy Domaine La Suffrène wines directly?
Yes: the estate's cuvees (Bandol Tradition red, white, rosé, single-plot cuvees and Vins de Pays du Var) are available here, direct from the property in La Cadiere d'Azur, shipped with care, across France and Europe.
Direct from the estate, the great wines of Bandol
Domaine La Suffrène: a family estate of the Bandol appellation, in La Cadiere d'Azur and the neighbouring villages (including Le Castellet), in Provence (Var). Run by Cedric Gravier, heir to landmark figures such as Fortune Piche. 60 hectares of vines and olive trees on clay-limestone terroir, cooled by sea breezes. Certified HVE level 3 in 2019 and organic from the 2021 vintage. Emblematic grape: Mourvedre. The estate also produces olive oil.
Cuvees: Tradition range (AOC Bandol red, white, rosé), single-plot Grands Vins de Bandol (Les Lauves, Sainte Catherine, Jas de Clare) and Vins de Pays du Var & Natural Wines