The 300 hectare domain, which spreads over the top of the Trévaresse slopes, has a magnificent view that spans from the Sainte Victoire in the east to the Mediterranean in the south west.

Today, the domain focuses on developing its 62 hectare vineyard which is entirely covered by the Coteaux d'Aix-en-Provence designation, as well as its small, Provence-quality olive oil production.

Located in the Puyricard territory, today the Château de Seuil develops wines that have a unique character and are among the best wines of Provence.

The woods surrounding the Château du Seuil and its vineyards offer a biodiversity reserve and a preserved, natural and relaxing setting for visitors, who will be surprised to see deer, partridges, hares or...wild boar, including the opportunity to pick wild thyme.

Travelled since ancient times by Greek, Roman and Gallic merchants, today the dirt roads of the Trévaresse are open to walkers who love nature and silence that is only broken by birdsong.

Domain

Chateau

The Château du Seuil has two facets:

- A "château-farm" massed around its courtyard, which has always been the seat of agricultural activity, as well as preserving a defensive look with its sturdy towers from its past eras (13th/16th centuries),

- In the 17th century the château became the summer residence of the ennobled bourgeois: the MICHAELIS, members of the Aix Parliament, who adorned it with the attributes of real power and the amenities of a Provençal house: a noble central façade, shield pediment, stone lions and a French garden with a mirror of water.

These two facets distinguish it from other classic Aix-en-Provence houses.

Its exterior (façades, gardens), which has hardly changed since then and is classified on the French Supplementary Historic Monument List (ISHMH), reflecting one of the most illustrious periods in the history of Provence.

Wine Selection

Chateau du Seuil

Chateau Grand Seuil

Rosé

Red

White

Rosé

Red

White

Chateau du Seuil

Chateau du Seuil Rose - Rose

AOP Coteaux d'Aix-en-Provence - 13°

The Château du Seuil range includes fresh, gourmet wines that can be opened for any occasion

Grapes

Syrah, Cabernet Sauvignon, Grenache, Rolle

At the vine

The terroir and the soils: clay-limestone, pebbly. Altitudes of the plots, between 300 and 500m.

Philosophy : Sustainable viticulture based on observation, prevention and attention on the nature balance.

In the cellar, vinification and aging

Direct pressing, low temperature fermentation.

In the glass

This rosé wine has a bright, clear salmon colour. Red fruits and white flowers aromas blossom on the first nose. A gourmet citrus juice carries through on the palate in a fresh and lively impulse. An elegant and exquisite final delights the taste-buds.

Tasting advice

This Château du Seuil rosé is ready to be savoured in the early summer heat offering a great spontaneous taste.

Chateau du Seuil Rouge - Red

AOP Coteaux d'Aix-en-Provence - 14°

The Château du Seuil range includes fresh, gourmet wines that can be opened for any occasion

Grapes

Syrah, Cabernet Sauvignon

At the vine

The terroir and the soils: clay-limestone, pebbly. Altitudes of the plots, between 300 and 500m.

Philosophy : Sustainable viticulture based on observation, prevention and attention on the nature balance.

In the cellar, vinification and aging

Stainless- steel vinification, maceration from 3 to 6 weeks, daily pumping, followed by maturation in tank.

In the glass

Intense red colour, powerful with tannins present but silky, red and black fruits notes.

Tasting advice

Serve between 16° and 20°C.

Chateau du Seuil Blanc - White

AOP Coteaux d'Aix-en-Provence - 13°

The Château du Seuil range includes fresh, gourmet wines that can be opened for any occasion

Grapes

Rolle, Grenache Blanc, Sauvignon Blanc

At the vine

The terroir and the soils: clay-limestone, pebbly. Altitudes of the plots, between 300 and 500m.

Philosophy : Sustainable viticulture based on observation, prevention and attention on the nature balance.

In the cellar, vinification and aging

Direct pressing, low temperature fermentation.

In the glass

A pale yellow with bright tints with floral notes mixed with fresh fruits scents. The litchi notes and white peach linger, outstretched by a nice freshness extending towards a gentle finish.

Tasting advice

Serve between 8° and10°C. Perfect as an aperitif.

Chateau Grand Seuil

Chateau Grand Seuil Rose - Rose

AOP Coteaux d'Aix-en-Provence - 13°

The Château Grand Seuil range offers wines issued from selected parcels. They are the quintessence of the domain.

Grapes

Grenache, Cinsault, Rolle

At the vine

The terroir and the soils: clay-limestone, pebbly. Altitudes of the plots, between 300 and 500m.

Philosophy : Sustainable viticulture based on observation, prevention and attention on the nature

balance

In the cellar, vinification and aging

Plot selection of old vines.

Low temperature fermentation and stainless-steel vinification on fine lies.

In the glass

Marked by minerality and subtlety. Round and bodied wine. Dominant of red fruits (crushed

strawberry) and floral notes. A long and fresh finish

Tasting advice

This Château du Seuil rosé is ready to be savoured in the early summer heat since it offers a great spontaneous taste.

Chateau Grand Seuil Rouge - Red

AOP Coteaux d'Aix-en-Provence - 14,5°

The Château Grand Seuil range offers wines issued from selected parcels. They are the quintessence of the domain.

Grapes

Cabernet Sauvignon 50%, Syrah 25% & Grenache 25%

At the vine

The terroir and the soils: clay-limestone, pebbly. Altitudes of the plots, between 300 and 500m.

Philosophy : Sustainable viticulture based on observation, prevention and attention on the nature balance.

In the cellar, vinification and aging

Plot selection, full destemming before crushing, long fermentation and regular pumping. Pneumatically pressing. After malolactic fermentation, the wine is placed into oak barrels. Fermentation during 12 months, 1/3 in new barrels, 2/3 in 1 wine barrel.

In the glass

The Grand Seuil, elegant and harmonious, offers many notes and olfactory complexity proper to barrel maturation: spiced and vanilla-flavoured.

Tasting advice

If you open it still in its early stage, do so an hour before tasting. Don't hesitate to decant. This light aeration will optimise its olfactory and gustatory palette.

Chateau Grand Seuil Blanc - White

AOP Coteaux d'Aix-en-Provence - 13,5°

The Château Grand Seuil range offers wines issued from selected parcels. They are the quintessence of the domain

Grapes

Sauvignon blanc 50%, Rolle 40 %, Grenache blanc 10%

At the vine

The terroir and the soils: clay-limestone, pebbly. Altitudes of the plots, between 300 and 500m.

Philosophy : Sustainable viticulture based on observation, prevention and attention on the nature balance.

In the cellar, vinification and aging

Full destemming before crushing and pneumatic pressing. Vinification in new French barrels, with stirring during more than 5 months (lies suspension which gives aromatic complexity to the wine). On the 12th month, the wine, after a light filtration on grids, is bottled and will rest for a minimum of 6 months.

In the glass

Gold yellow, bright. The nose expresses intensity on floral notes, with a brioche taste and a touch of minerality and spices. The mouth is complex with brioche, buttery note with licorice finish, balanced, persistent.

L' Ange du Seuil - Sweet

AOP Coteaux d'Aix-en-Provence - 13,5°

L'Ange will be a great companion for pan-fried foie gras with fresh roasted figue chutney.

Grapes

Sauvignon blanc 100%

At the vine

Clay and limestone, pebbly soil.

Single vineyard of 13 rows of vines at the entrance of our estate.

Hand picked grapes, late harvest end of october.

In the cellar, vinification and aging

24 month ageing in oak barrels, with regular tastings to maintain the balance of the wine.

In the glass

Golden yellow robe. Notes of honey and candied yellow fruits on the nose. A delicate bitterness in the end of palate equipoises with the sweetness of the wine.