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Domaine Begude

A French wine estate high in the Languedoc hills, where an English wine family grows grapes in a cooler, more alpine climate. Catherine and James Kinglake took over Domaine Begude in 2003 and now farm its 29 hectares fully organically. The estate was founded as far back as the late 1500s, but it's the modern, low-yield approach that has earned it its current reputation.

  • Bottle of Domaine Begude Chardonnay Arcturus white wine
    Domaine Begude Chardonnay Arcturus 2016 French White Wine 75 cl 13,5%
    Item no.: 222276865480-67093-0316

    Arcturus is the brightest star in the northern sky, and that's also the level of ambition Domaine Begude aims for with the estate's most oak-driven Chardonnay.

    Expert's Description

    Domaine Begude Chardonnay Arcturus 2016 is a White Wine from Limoux, France made from 100% Chardonnay, bottled at 13.5% ABV.

    Arcturus is the estate's most ambitious Chardonnay, aged for 12 months in 600-litre French demi-muid casks, giving it a more pronounced oak influence than the estate's other Chardonnay cuvées. With several more years now in bottle, the 2016 vintage has developed a fine complexity and a full, almost opulent character.

    Tasting Notes

    Nose

    Distinct oak character upfront, followed by citrus aromas, spice and floral scent.

    Palate

    Fresh lemon curd, honeyed lemon sweetness and a round, opulent character.

    Finish

    Long and flowing, with a good balance of body and freshness.

    Serving & Food Pairing

    Serve at 10-12°C in a Burgundy glass. Pairs with lobster, veal in creamy sauce or aged creamy cheeses.

    Specifications

    Name: Chardonnay Arcturus
    Producer/Winery: Domaine Begude
    Region/Country: Limoux, France
    Appellation/Classification: IGP Haute-Vallée de l'Aude
    Grape Variety(ies): Chardonnay
    Vintage: 2016
    ABV: 13.5%
    Size: 75 CL
    Oak Ageing: 12 months, French oak, 600-litre demi-muid
    Organic/Biodynamic: Organic
    Vegan: No
    Serving Temperature: 10-12°C
    Decanting Recommended: No
    Glass Type: Burgundy Glass

    Flavour Profile

    Opulent · Oak-Driven · Round · Complex

    Did You Know?

    The wine is named after the star Arcturus, one of the brightest in the night sky - a name signalling that this is the estate's flagship Chardonnay.

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    • 56,25
      1pcs.
      48,75EUR
  • Bottle of Domaine Begude Chardonnay Etoile white wine
    Domaine Begude Chardonnay Etoile 2022 French White Wine 75 cl 13,5%
    Item no.: 222276865480-67093-0313

    Etoile means star in French, and with its brioche aroma and long finish, this Chardonnay isn't named by accident - one of Domaine Begude's most ambitious white wines.

    Expert's Description

    Domaine Begude Chardonnay Etoile 2022 is a White Wine from Limoux, France made from 100% Chardonnay, bottled at 13.5% ABV.

    Etoile is a step up from the estate's base Chardonnay, with a bit more oak influence and longer lees contact, giving the wine a creamy texture and brioche-like complexity. The estate, sitting over 300 metres above sea level at the foot of the Pyrenees, is farmed fully organically.

    Tasting Notes

    Nose

    Aromatic and balanced, with notes of brioche, apple and pear.

    Palate

    Full with buttery peach and lemon, good structure and a long finish.

    Finish

    Very long and naturally fresh.

    Serving & Food Pairing

    Serve at 10-12°C in a Burgundy glass. Pairs with chicken in creamy sauce, shellfish or creamy cheeses.

    Specifications

    Name: Chardonnay Etoile
    Producer/Winery: Domaine Begude
    Region/Country: Limoux, France
    Appellation/Classification: IGP Haute-Vallée de l'Aude
    Grape Variety(ies): Chardonnay
    Vintage: 2022
    ABV: 13.5%
    Size: 75 CL
    Oak Ageing: Partial, French oak
    Organic/Biodynamic: Organic
    Vegan: No
    Serving Temperature: 10-12°C
    Decanting Recommended: No
    Glass Type: Burgundy Glass

    Flavour Profile

    Full-bodied · Creamy · Aromatic · Long

    Did You Know?

    Etoile is the middle tier of Domaine Begude's three Chardonnay cuvées, sitting between the fresh Terroir 11300 and the more ambitious, oak-driven Arcturus.

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    • 25,25
      1pcs.
      22,00EUR
  • Bottle of Domaine Begude Chardonnay Terroir white wine
    Domaine Begude Chardonnay Terroir 11300 2021 French White Wine 75 cl 13%
    Item no.: 222276865480-67093-0312

    An English couple left the finance world in London in 2003 and bought an old estate at the foot of the Pyrenees - today Domaine Begude is one of Limoux's most talked-about organic wineries.

    Expert's Description

    Domaine Begude Chardonnay Terroir 11300 2021 is a White Wine from Limoux, France made from 100% Chardonnay, bottled at 13% ABV.

    The vineyards sit over 300 metres above sea level at the foot of the Pyrenees, where steep slopes and cool nights give the grapes a freshness that balances the fruit's richness. The soil is clay and limestone, and the estate is fully organic, run by James and Catherine Kinglake, who founded it in 2004.

    Tasting Notes

    Nose

    White peach, red apple and a hint of saline minerality.

    Palate

    Zesty and aromatic with apple and pear, complemented by a touch of oak.

    Finish

    Lively acidity with a mineral, almost flinty finish.

    Serving & Food Pairing

    Serve at 8-10°C in a white wine glass. Pairs with white fish, shellfish and goat's cheese.

    Specifications

    Name: Chardonnay Terroir 11300
    Producer/Winery: Domaine Begude
    Region/Country: Limoux, France
    Appellation/Classification: IGP Haute-Vallée de l'Aude
    Grape Variety(ies): Chardonnay
    Vintage: 2021
    ABV: 13%
    Size: 75 CL
    Organic/Biodynamic: Organic
    Vegan: No
    Serving Temperature: 8-10°C
    Decanting Recommended: No
    Glass Type: White Wine Glass

    Flavour Profile

    Fresh · Mineral · Fruity · Zesty

    Did You Know?

    Limoux sits so close to the Pyrenees that the area has a cooler climate than much of the otherwise warm Languedoc - it's exactly this elevation and cooling that give Domaine Begude's Chardonnay its characteristic freshness.

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    • 20,00
      1pcs.
      17,50EUR
  • Bottle of Domaine Begude Pet-Nat La Folie sparkling wine
    Domaine Begude Pet-Nat La Folie de Begude 2021 French Sparkling White Wine 75 cl 11,5%
    Item no.: 222276865480-67093-0315

    La Folie means "the madness" - a fitting name for a pet-nat, where the grape juice is left to keep fermenting straight in the bottle, with little control over exactly how the bubbles turn out.

    Expert's Description

    Domaine Begude Pet-Nat La Folie de Begude 2021 is a Sparkling Wine from Limoux, France made from 100% Chenin Blanc, bottled at 11.5% ABV.

    Pet-nat, short for pétillant naturel, is an old method where the wine is bottled while still fermenting, so the carbon dioxide is captured naturally without added sugar or yeast. This edition is made without added sulphur and may therefore appear slightly hazy, with the odd natural tartrate crystal at the bottom.

    Tasting Notes

    Nose

    Fresh apple, pear and citrus with light floral and yeasty notes.

    Palate

    Crisp acidity and a gentle mousse give a lively, playful and slightly rustic experience.

    Finish

    Clean and refreshing with a hint of white peach.

    Serving & Food Pairing

    Serve well chilled at 6-8°C in a white wine glass. Pairs as an aperitif or with light tapas and fresh shellfish.

    Specifications

    Name: Pet-Nat La Folie de Begude
    Producer/Winery: Domaine Begude
    Region/Country: Limoux, France
    Appellation/Classification: Vin de France
    Grape Variety(ies): Chenin Blanc
    Vintage: 2021
    ABV: 11.5%
    Size: 75 CL
    Method: Pétillant Naturel
    Organic/Biodynamic: Organic
    Vegan: Yes
    Serving Temperature: 6-8°C
    Decanting Recommended: No
    Glass Type: White Wine Glass

    Flavour Profile

    Crisp · Lively · Fruity · Rustic

    Did You Know?

    Pet-nat is the oldest sparkling wine style in the world, older even than Champagne - the method was originally used long before anyone understood why the wine began bubbling again in the bottle.

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    • 32,00
      1pcs.
      27,75EUR
   

About Domaine Begude

Domaine Begude is a French wine house in the high Languedoc, known for fresh, mineral wines grown at the region's cool altitude. For the newcomer, it's a good chance to taste Languedoc in a different, cooler style than the region's typically powerful reds. For the collector, the low yields - under 20 hl/ha for individual wines - are a guarantee of concentration and quality rarely found at this price.

History & Background

The estate is run by a British wine family who found a unique terroir in the Languedoc highlands, far from the region's warmer lowlands. Catherine and James Kinglake took over and relaunched the estate in 2003, though the property itself was founded as far back as the late 1500s, and is today run fully certified organic.

Production & Style

The wines are made from grapes grown at high altitude, where cool nights preserve acidity and give the wines a fresher, more elegant style than typical Languedoc.

Signature Style

Fresh, Mineral, Elegant
The flavor offers fresh acidity and a distinct mineral character, unusual for the region.

Facts

Wine HouseDomaine Begude
RegionLanguedoc
CountryFrance
Founded2003 (relaunched by current owners; estate dates to the late 1500s)
PronouncedDoh-MAIN Beh-GOOD
OwnerFamily-owned (Kinglake family, British)
Official websitedomainebegude.com

Did You Know?

Domaine Begude sits in one of Languedoc's highest and coolest areas, giving the wines an unusual freshness for the region.

Like Domaine Begude? You should also try:

Niepoort Vin and Errazuriz Vin.