A triumph of Mother Nature

The vineyard of the Borde-Rouge Priory is set in one of the most picturesque locations in the region.

Located in the commune of Lagrasse, itself recognized as one of the most beautiful villages in France, it is at the very heart of the Corbières region. From its’ position perched high on the hills of Mont Villebersan, the Borde-Rouge priory can be seen from afar when following the Corbières wine trail. The chateau and its tower are set off beautifully by the pleasing lines of carefully tended vines in 38 hectares of distinctive red soils. Little can surpass the panoramic views of white rocky outcrops contrasting against the red earth, punctuated by 200 year old pine trees sculpted by the wind, all contributing to an enchanting atmosphere that makes Borde-Rouge feel simply out of this world.

Location

Situated 2km south west of Lagrasse , 30km from Carcassonne, in the AOC of Corbieres in the south of France

Originators of the vineyard

Almost certainly the Benedictine monks from the nearby Lagrasse abbey

Proprietors

Father and son team Jean & Frederic Carrere, both of whom have long standing links with the area, became the latest in a long line of owners of a vineyard with centuries of history.

The Team

• Bertrand Boileau, Chef de culture et Maître de chai
• Pierre Roque, Œnologue Consultant
• Anne Lauvige, Sales and Marketiing

Interesting fact

A local legend provides the story behind the distinctive red soils of the domaine…

Acreage

38 hectares of vines