Domaine Saint Martin d Agel

Domaine Saint-Martin d'Agel

A Languedoc family estate (Magalas, Herault), the Lugagne Delpon family since 1822, eight generations. 37 hectares of vines and olive trees, in the Faugeres, Languedoc and Cotes de Thongue appellations. A mosaic of soils and a rare palette of grapes.

A few wingbeats from the Mediterranean, Domaine Saint-Martin d'Agel spreads its vines over the luminous reliefs of the Herault hinterland. From the heights of the medieval village of Magalas to the foothills of the Caroux massif, nicknamed the mountain of light, the landscape already tells of wine. Here, the western Cevennes meet the warm scents of thyme and rosemary; the vine breathes the sun and the stone. We are at the gates of the Haut-Languedoc Regional Nature Park, in a rare ecosystem, shaped by millennia of geological history and by the hand of man.

Eight generations, one guiding thread: respect for the terroir

Since 1822, the Lugagne Delpon family has cultivated this estate with a rare loyalty. Settled at the heart of the Faugeres appellation, it has passed down for nearly two centuries a simple philosophy: protect the land, understand its nuances, and let the grape speak. Today, the children, supported by an oenologist and a renowned agronomist, continue this adventure. The next generation is already showing, ready to take over.

Calcaire de Corail & La Chapelle

The terroir cuvees

Calcaire de Corail draws its identity from the limestone soils rich in marine fossils: freshness, minerality and elegance, a vibrant wine that expresses the geological memory of the terroir. La Chapelle: a deep, structured red, carried by black fruit and spices, the noblest soul of the estate.

Le Pélerin & Magnus Martinus

Mediterranean generosity and great cellaring

Le Pélerin pays tribute to the historic paths that border the vines: ample, generous, with a fine Mediterranean finish. Magnus Martinus: an exceptional cuvee where power, balance and maturity meet for a deep wine, built for cellaring.

Blanc de Martin, Hey Cinsault & Just Rosé

Freshness, pleasure and gourmandise

Blanc de Martin: a bright, delicate white, citrus, white flowers and a fine tension. Hey Cinsault: freshness, crunch and immediate pleasure, a modern, joyful Cinsault. Just Rosé: an elegant rosé, all finesse, a perfect ambassador of the southern sun.

An impressive palette of grapes

Syrah, Grenache, old Mourvèdre, Carignan...

A rare collection: Syrah, Grenache, old Mourvedre, Carignan, Petit Verdot, Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Marselan and other typical Languedoc varieties. Some vines are over 40 years old, giving concentrated grapes for original, characterful blends.

A mosaic of soils rare in the Languedoc

Siliceous pebbles, Faugeres schist, marls

Three main soil types: siliceous pebbles of the upper slopes (freshness and tension), Faugeres schist (low yields, aromatic intensity) and sandy-gravelly marls of the lower terraces (roundness and depth). A diversity that sculpts singular wines.

Eight generations since 1822

The Lugagne Delpon family, a millennial heritage

Since 1822, the Lugagne Delpon family has cultivated this estate at the heart of the Faugeres appellation: protect the land, understand its nuances, let the grape speak. Lands crossed by the Via Domitia and the pilgrims of Compostela, bearing a Roman villa, Visigothic foundations and medieval graves.

The Languedoc wines (Faugères, Languedoc, Côtes de Thongue), direct

Which Domaine Saint-Martin d'Agel wine to choose?

For a mineral, vibrant wine, Calcaire de Corail; for a deep red, La Chapelle or Le Pélerin; for a great cellaring wine, Magnus Martinus; for freshness, the Blanc de Martin, the Hey Cinsault or the Just Rosé. A wide range, from immediate pleasure to characterful cuvees.

Where is Domaine Saint-Martin d'Agel located?

At the heart of the Languedoc, in the Herault hinterland, on the heights of Magalas, between the western Cevennes and the Mediterranean, at the gates of the Haut-Languedoc Regional Nature Park. The estate spans 37 hectares of vines and olive trees, in the Faugeres, Languedoc and Cotes de Thongue appellations.

Is Domaine Saint-Martin d'Agel organic?

The estate works with attentive, reasoned cultural methods, respecting the land and its nuances. The source does not mention an organic or HVE certification: for the details of the labels, enquire with the estate.

Since when has Domaine Saint-Martin d'Agel existed?

Since 1822: the Lugagne Delpon family has cultivated this estate for eight generations, nearly two centuries. Today, the children continue the adventure, supported by an oenologist and an agronomist, and the next generation is already preparing to take over.

Which grapes does Domaine Saint-Martin d'Agel grow?

A rare collection: Syrah, Grenache, old Mourvedre, Carignan, Petit Verdot, Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Marselan and other typical Languedoc varieties. Some vines are over 40 years old, for concentrated grapes and original blends.

What are the cuvees of Domaine Saint-Martin d'Agel?

Calcaire de Corail, La Chapelle, Le Pélerin, Blanc de Martin, Magnus Martinus (cellaring cuvee), Hey Cinsault and Just Rosé. From terroir and characterful wines to immediate-pleasure cuvees, faithful to the spirit of the Languedoc.

What is the Magnus Martinus cuvee?

Magnus Martinus is the estate's exceptional cuvee: power, balance and maturity meet to create a deep wine, built for cellaring. The most accomplished expression of the Saint-Martin d'Agel terroir, between schist, pebbles and marls.

What is the Calcaire de Corail cuvee?

Calcaire de Corail draws its identity from the limestone soils rich in marine fossils: it expresses the geological memory of the terroir with freshness, minerality and elegance. A vibrant wine, witness to the Languedoc's millennia of geological history.

What are the terroirs of Domaine Saint-Martin d'Agel?

A rare mosaic: siliceous pebbles of the upper slopes (freshness and tension), Faugeres schist (low yields, aromatic intensity) and sandy-gravelly marls of the lower terraces (roundness and depth). Each grape finds its natural balance there.

What is the heritage of Domaine Saint-Martin d'Agel?

The estate's lands were crossed by the Via Domitia, then by the pilgrims of Santiago de Compostela. They still bear a Roman villa, Visigothic foundations from the 7th century and medieval graves: here, wine is a continuity, between garrigue, olive trees and history.

What to pair with Domaine Saint-Martin d'Agel wines?

The reds (La Chapelle, Le Pélerin, Magnus Martinus) with grilled meats, lamb and slow-cooked southern dishes; the Blanc de Martin with fish and goat cheeses; Hey Cinsault and Just Rosé as an aperitif, with charcuterie and Mediterranean cuisine.

Can you buy Domaine Saint-Martin d'Agel wines directly?

Yes: the estate's cuvees (Calcaire de Corail, La Chapelle, Le Pélerin, Blanc de Martin, Magnus Martinus, Hey Cinsault, Just Rosé) are available here, direct from the property in Magalas, shipped with care, across France and Europe.

Direct from the estate, the wines of the Languedoc

Domaine Saint-Martin d'Agel: a Languedoc family estate, on the heights of Magalas (Herault), between the western Cevennes and the Mediterranean, at the gates of the Haut-Languedoc Regional Nature Park. Property of the Lugagne Delpon family since 1822, over eight generations. 37 hectares of vines and olive trees, in the Faugeres, Languedoc and Cotes de Thongue appellations. Soils: siliceous pebbles, Faugeres schist, sandy-gravelly marls. Attentive, reasoned cultural methods. Heritage: Roman villa, Visigothic foundations, Via Domitia, Compostela paths.

Grapes: Syrah, Grenache, old Mourvedre, Carignan, Petit Verdot, Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Marselan. Cuvees: Calcaire de Corail, La Chapelle, Le Pélerin, Blanc de Martin, Magnus Martinus, Hey Cinsault, Just Rosé