Domaine Sainte Léocadie Fernand Averoux Minervois

Winemaker Vigne Surrau on the winery

“Our estate has a history that stretches back generations. Surrounded by our historic family vineyards in the heart of the Mediterranean Minervois, we continue the work of our ancestors. Our Fernand Avéroux cuvée pays tribute to our great-grandfather, who founded the estate in 1900. Today, we combine this family heritage with modern winemaking expertise and respect for nature. We want to craft wines that do more than taste good: they should tell the story of our family and our region.”

And on Minervois, France

“The Minervois is a sun-drenched region in southern France, where Mediterranean herbs, red earth and old vineyards shape the landscape. Our vines grow on sunny terraces, allowing the grapes to ripen fully while retaining their freshness. For our Fernand Avéroux, we use varieties such as Syrah, Grenache and Mourvèdre. Carbonic maceration (whole grapes are thrown in a closed tank) and ageing in tanks help preserve the juicy fruit and supple texture. The result is a characterful Minervois with ripe dark fruit, spice and surprisingly freshness.”