Domaine les Restanques

Domaine Les Restanques

A small 4-hectare estate by Jean-Francois Chipaux, on the foothills of the Larzac (Le Bosc, Herault), in AOP Terrasses du Larzac. Reasoned agriculture, certified Terra Vitis. Mourvedre, Grenache noir and Cinsault, on clay-sand soils laden with pebbles.

Located on the foothills of the Larzac, at the hamlet of Cartels in Le Bosc, Jean-Francois Chipaux's Domaine Les Restanques is a 4-hectare estate farmed according to the principles of reasoned agriculture and certified Terra Vitis, a label recognised for its commitment to sustainable viticulture. The clay-sand soils laden with pebbles, typical of the Terrasses du Larzac, offer the vine a unique environment, while the Mediterranean climate brings warmth and sunshine for an optimal ripening of the grapes.

Reasoned farming and the Terra Vitis commitment

On its 4 hectares, the estate is farmed according to the principles of reasoned agriculture and certified Terra Vitis, a label recognised for its commitment to sustainable viticulture. A approach respectful of the soils and biodiversity, where every gesture aims to preserve the natural balance of the vineyard and to express the power and freshness of the Terrasses du Larzac.

La Cuvée Madame

AOP Terrasses du Larzac - Mourvèdre, Grenache noir, Cinsault

The estate's cellaring cuvee (2018 vintage): a deep purple robe, a blend of Mourvedre, Grenache noir and Cinsault. All the power and freshness of the Terrasses du Larzac, on a terroir of pebbles and clay sand.

La Cuvée Darling

AOP Terrasses du Larzac - Cinsault, Grenache noir, Mourvèdre

A gourmet, accessible red (2022 vintage): a purple robe, Cinsault leading the blend brings suppleness and fruit, supported by Grenache noir and Mourvedre. The conviviality of the Larzac, direct from the property.

La Cuvée Dandy

AOP Terrasses du Larzac - Mourvèdre, Grenache noir, Cinsault, barrel-aged

The barrel-aged cuvee (2020 vintage): a purple robe, a blend of Mourvedre, Grenache noir and Cinsault. The oak ageing brings structure and complexity, for an ambitious, cellar-worthy Terrasses du Larzac.

The Terrasses du Larzac terroir

Clay-sand soils laden with pebbles

On the foothills of the Larzac, the clay-sand soils laden with pebbles, typical of the Terrasses du Larzac, offer the vine a unique environment: natural drainage while retaining the moisture needed for high-quality grapes, in harmony with nature.

Reasoned farming & Terra Vitis certification

A sustainable, respectful viticulture

The 4-hectare estate is farmed according to the principles of reasoned agriculture and certified Terra Vitis, a label recognised for its commitment to sustainable viticulture. A generous Mediterranean climate favours optimal ripening and wines rich in aromas.

A Mediterranean estate by Jean-François Chipaux

Vine, olives, olive oil and jams

Beyond wine, Jean-Francois Chipaux grows a true Mediterranean polyculture: olives and olive oil, wine vinegar, grape juice and jams (strawberry, fig, apricot, cherry). The spirit of a small family estate, authentic and diverse, at the hamlet of Cartels.

The AOP Terrasses du Larzac (Madame, Darling, Dandy), direct

Which Domaine Les Restanques wine to choose?

For a cellaring red, La Cuvée Madame (Mourvedre-dominant); for a gourmet, accessible red, La Cuvée Darling (Cinsault-led); for a barrel-aged, structured and ambitious cuvee, La Cuvée Dandy. Three AOP Terrasses du Larzac, direct from the property.

Where is Domaine Les Restanques located?

On the foothills of the Larzac, at the hamlet of Cartels, in Le Bosc (34700), in the Herault, in AOP Terrasses du Larzac. A small estate of 4 hectares on clay-sand soils laden with pebbles, under a Mediterranean climate.

Is Domaine Les Restanques certified?

Yes: the estate is farmed according to the principles of reasoned agriculture and certified Terra Vitis, a label recognised for its commitment to sustainable viticulture, respectful of the soils and biodiversity.

Which grapes does Domaine Les Restanques grow?

The emblematic Mediterranean grapes of the Terrasses du Larzac: Mourvedre, Grenache noir and Cinsault. They are blended differently according to the cuvees to express the power, fruit and freshness of the terroir.

What are the cuvees of Domaine Les Restanques?

Three cuvees in AOP Terrasses du Larzac: La Cuvée Madame (Mourvedre, Grenache noir, Cinsault), La Cuvée Darling (Cinsault, Grenache noir, Mourvedre) and La Cuvée Dandy (Mourvedre, Grenache noir, Cinsault, barrel-aged).

What is the AOP Terrasses du Larzac?

Terrasses du Larzac is a Languedoc appellation renowned for its blended reds (Syrah, Grenache, Mourvedre, Cinsault, Carignan). The strong day-night temperature swings give wines that are both powerful and fresh, on terroirs of pebbles and stones.

What is the Cuvée Dandy of Domaine Les Restanques?

La Cuvée Dandy (2020 vintage) is the estate's barrel-aged cuvee: a blend of Mourvedre, Grenache noir and Cinsault in AOP Terrasses du Larzac. The oak ageing brings it structure, roundness and complexity, for a cellar-worthy red.

Does Domaine Les Restanques produce anything other than wine?

Yes: Jean-Francois Chipaux grows a Mediterranean polyculture. Beyond the wines, the estate produces olives and olive oil, wine vinegar, grape juice and jams (strawberry, fig, apricot, cherry).

Can Domaine Les Restanques wines be cellared?

The Terrasses du Larzac are happily enjoyed on the fruit in their youth, but their structure allows them to be kept for a few years. La Cuvée Dandy, barrel-aged, and La Cuvée Madame, more concentrated, are the most suited to cellaring.

What to pair with Domaine Les Restanques wines?

The Terrasses du Larzac reds pair perfectly with grilled meats, lamb, daubes and slow-cooked southern dishes, charcuterie and aged cheeses. La Cuvée Dandy, more structured, calls for meats in sauce and game.

Who is the winegrower of Domaine Les Restanques?

Jean-Francois Chipaux, a winegrower on the foothills of the Larzac, at the hamlet of Cartels in Le Bosc. He runs his 4-hectare estate in reasoned agriculture (certified Terra Vitis) and also grows olive trees and orchards for a complete Mediterranean range.

Can you buy Domaine Les Restanques wines directly?

Yes: the estate's cuvees (AOP Terrasses du Larzac: Madame, Darling, Dandy) are available here, direct from the property in Le Bosc, shipped with care, across France and Europe.

Direct from the estate, the Terrasses du Larzac

Domaine Les Restanques: a small 4-hectare wine estate by Jean-Francois Chipaux, on the foothills of the Larzac, at the hamlet of Cartels in Le Bosc (Herault), in AOP Terrasses du Larzac. Farmed according to the principles of reasoned agriculture and certified Terra Vitis. Clay-sand soils laden with pebbles, Mediterranean climate. Grapes: Mourvedre, Grenache noir, Cinsault. The estate also produces olives, olive oil, wine vinegar, grape juice and jams.

Cuvees: La Cuvée Madame (2018), La Cuvée Darling (2022), La Cuvée Dandy (2020, barrel-aged) — AOP Terrasses du Larzac