Le Clos Du Marbrier

Le Clos du Marbrier

An organic estate in Caunes-Minervois (Aude), nestled in a medieval village at the foot of the Montagne Noire. A former marble workshop transformed into an artisanal cellar by winegrower Irene Prioton. High-altitude vines, certified organic since 2001. Minervois, Minervois La Liviniere and Mains Libres cuvees.

Le Clos du Marbrier, nestled in the medieval village of Caunes-Minervois, carries within it all the soul of its territory. Once a marble-cutter's workshop, the place was transformed into an artisanal cellar by Irene Prioton, a passionate winegrower. Each cuvee is vinified with care, respecting tradition and a constant quest for quality. The vines flourish on high-altitude plots, at the foot of the Minervois mountains: an ideal microclimate, combining freshness and sunshine, which reveals the aromatic purity and natural elegance of the wines.

Organic farming at the heart of the project, since 2001

Since 2001, Le Clos du Marbrier has been committed to respectful, certified organic viticulture. This strong choice reflects a will to preserve biodiversity and limit environmental impact, while offering wines that faithfully express the identity of the terroir. One plot of the A Main Levee rosé is in conversion, in the same sustainable approach.

À Pleine Main, the flagship cuvee

AOC Minervois, red - Mourvèdre, Syrah, Grenache Noir

The estate's signature cuvee: a rich, elegant red, born of the blend of Mourvedre, Syrah and Grenache Noir. Structure, depth and finesse, the most accomplished expression of the high-altitude Minervois terroir.

The Minervois La Livinière wines

AOC Minervois La Livinière, red - Syrah & Grenache Noir

Haute Main, on a schist terroir, offers silky, refined wines; La-Haut, a cuvee of altitude, is rich and expressive. Two Syrah-Grenache from the La Liviniere cru, the jewel of the Minervois.

The Mains Libres cuvees

Vin de France, white, red & orange - rare cuvees

Mains Libres Blanc (Grenache Blanc, Roussanne, Vermentino, Viognier), born of a plot at 400 m altitude; Mains Libres Rouge (Castets and Grenache Noir), rare and singular; and Mains Libres Orange (Viognier, Grenache Blanc, Vermentino), a bold macerated wine with intense aromas.

The high-altitude whites

Marsanne, Roussanne, Grenache Blanc, Petite Arvine

Le Blanc de la Montagne Noire (Marsanne majority, Grenache Blanc, Vermentino, Roussanne and Petite Arvine): a subtle white with an assertive minerality. Fresh, fine cuvees, carried by altitude and the diversity of the soils.

The reds for sharing

AOC Minervois & Vin de France - Cinsault, Syrah, Grenache

A Main Levee Rouge (Cinsault, Grenache Noir), supple, fruity and convivial; Le Chouchou (Cinsault dominant, Syrah, Grenache Noir), floral, airy and spicy; Miss Terre (Syrah majority), intense and deep. Not forgetting the A Main Levee rosé, fresh and elegant.

Irène Prioton, a former marble workshop

An artisanal cellar in the heart of Caunes-Minervois

Once a marble-cutter's workshop, the place was transformed into an artisanal cellar by Irene Prioton, a passionate winegrower. In the heart of the medieval village of Caunes-Minervois, each cuvee is vinified with care, respecting tradition and a constant quest for quality.

High-altitude organic wines of Caunes-Minervois, direct

What wines does Le Clos du Marbrier produce?

A wide, organic range, at altitude: the A Main Levee rosé; the reds A Pleine Main (flagship cuvee), Miss Terre, Le Chouchou and A Main Levee Rouge; the Minervois La Liviniere Haute Main and La-Haut; the whites Mains Libres Blanc and Le Blanc de la Montagne Noire; the rare Mains Libres red (Castets); and an orange wine, Mains Libres Orange.

Where is Le Clos du Marbrier located?

In the medieval village of Caunes-Minervois, in the Aude (11), at the foot of the Montagne Noire. The vines flourish on high-altitude plots at the foot of the Minervois mountains, in a microclimate combining freshness and sunshine.

Who is Irène Prioton?

Irene Prioton is the winegrower of Le Clos du Marbrier. She transformed a former marble-cutter's workshop, in the heart of Caunes-Minervois, into an artisanal cellar, where each cuvee is vinified with care, respecting tradition and a constant quest for quality.

Is Le Clos du Marbrier organic?

Yes: since 2001, Le Clos du Marbrier has been committed to respectful, certified organic viticulture. This choice reflects a will to preserve biodiversity and limit environmental impact, while faithfully expressing the identity of the terroir (one plot of the A Main Levee rosé is in conversion).

Which appellations does Le Clos du Marbrier produce?

The estate produces in AOC Minervois (A Main Levee, A Pleine Main, Miss Terre), in AOC Minervois La Liviniere (Haute Main, La-Haut) and in Vin de France (the Mains Libres Blanc, Rouge and Orange cuvees, Le Chouchou, Le Blanc de la Montagne Noire).

What are the cuvees of Le Clos du Marbrier?

A Main Levee (rosé and red), A Pleine Main (flagship), Miss Terre, Le Chouchou, Mains Libres (Blanc, Rouge, Orange), Haute Main and La-Haut (Minervois La Liviniere) and Le Blanc de la Montagne Noire. High-altitude, organic and singular cuvees.

What is the A Pleine Main cuvee?

A Pleine Main is the estate's flagship cuvee, an AOC Minervois red from the blend of Mourvedre, Syrah and Grenache Noir. Rich and elegant, it expresses all the depth and finesse of the high-altitude Minervois terroir.

What are the Mains Libres cuvees?

The Mains Libres are rare Vin de France cuvees: Mains Libres Blanc (Grenache Blanc, Roussanne, Vermentino, Viognier), from a plot at 400 m altitude; Mains Libres Rouge (Castets and Grenache Noir), rare and singular; and Mains Libres Orange (Viognier, Grenache Blanc, Vermentino), a macerated wine.

What is Minervois La Livinière?

Minervois La Liviniere is a cru of the Minervois, reserved for reds, renowned for its schist terroirs. At Le Clos du Marbrier, it gives two Syrah-Grenache Noir cuvees: Haute Main, silky and refined, and La-Haut, rich and expressive.

Can Le Clos du Marbrier wines be cellared?

The terroir reds such as A Pleine Main, Miss Terre and the Minervois La Liviniere (Haute Main, La-Haut) lend themselves well to cellaring. The high-altitude whites (Mains Libres, Le Blanc de la Montagne Noire), the A Main Levee rosé and Le Chouchou are best enjoyed on their freshness and fruit.

What to pair with Le Clos du Marbrier wines?

The Minervois reds (A Pleine Main, Miss Terre, Haute Main) with grilled meats, lamb and daubes; the high-altitude whites with fish and goat cheeses; the Mains Libres orange wine with spicy cuisines; the A Main Levee rosé and Le Chouchou as an aperitif and with summer cuisine.

Can Le Clos du Marbrier wines be bought directly?

Yes: the estate's cuvees (A Main Levee rosé, A Pleine Main, Haute Main, Miss Terre, Le Chouchou, Mains Libres Blanc and Rouge) are available here, direct from the estate in Caunes-Minervois, shipped with care across France and Europe.

Direct from the estate, the organic wines of Caunes-Minervois

Le Clos du Marbrier: an organic estate in Caunes-Minervois, in the Aude (11), in the heart of a medieval village at the foot of the Montagne Noire. A former marble workshop transformed into an artisanal cellar by winegrower Irene Prioton. High-altitude vines at the foot of the Minervois mountains, a microclimate between freshness and sunshine. Certified organic farming since 2001 (one plot of the A Main Levee rosé in conversion). Appellations: AOC Minervois, AOC Minervois La Liviniere and Vin de France. Grapes: Syrah, Grenache Noir, Mourvedre, Cinsault, Castets, Marsanne, Grenache Blanc, Roussanne, Vermentino, Viognier, Petite Arvine, Terret Blanc.

Cuvees: A Main Levee (rosé and red), A Pleine Main, Miss Terre, Le Chouchou, Mains Libres (Blanc, Rouge, Orange), Haute Main and La-Haut (Minervois La Liviniere) and Le Blanc de la Montagne Noire