The Clos des Lunes of Sauternes of Bordeaux
The Clos des Lunes is one of the best wineries to follow in Sauternes.. It offers 7 wines for sale in of Sauternes to come and discover on site or to buy online.
The Clos des Lunes estate is located in Sauternes, France, and boasts over 50 hectares of vineyards. The vineyards are planted on clay-limestone soils and are covered with diverse vegetation. The vineyards benefit from a temperate climate and a gentle sea breeze, as well as a rich soil, nourished by the nearby Ciron River. The proximity to Sauternes properties offers the opportunity to produce exceptional wines, composed of dry and sweet Sauternes wines. The family that owns Clos des Lunes settled in the region in 1740 and developed its presence under the direction of Baron Joseph Janoueix. Based on the concept of "taste of the feet", where the vines are planted with their roots directly into the soil, the family has diligently worked to produce delicious wines that have evolved over generations. Today, the winery is managed by Janoueix's wife, Christine, and their children, and works to provide wines that faithfully reflect the Sauternes terroir. Clos des Lunes Estate is exclusively dedicated to the production of Sauternes wines, with dry and sweet wines released each year. Quest of Lunes produces discreet Chateau La Suite, Chateau Barrejat, Chateau Jaubert, and Chateau Janoueix dry and sweet wines. A member of the ALEFPA since 2005, Clos des Lunes winery offers wine tourism experiences and bike rides through the vineyards. From May until September, it is possible to participate in tours of the property that offer visitors an insight into the estate’s history and its influence in the region. These tours also include a tasting of the estate's wines. The Janoueix family and their Clos des Lunes winery offer a variety of wines that are both fresh and balanced.
