Clos De Paulilles

The history of Clos de Paulilles

Clos de Paulilles, located between Collioure and Banyuls, was created in 1800 by the Bernardi family. In 1975, innovated by being the first to vinify Banyuls Rimage wines.

Clos des Paulilles continued its innovative momentum by being the first to vinify a Collioure with a majority of Mourvèdre and Syrah, as early as 1989. The choice of grape varieties was intimately linked to the region and its terroir favorable to these varieties.

In 2012, Clos des Paulilles was acquired by Domaine Cazes. From 2013, the estate began a decisive shift towards more environmentally-friendly viticulture. The cultivation method was revised and mechanical tillage was brought back into fashion.

2013 is also the first year of Banyuls Grand Cru production. Starting in 2016, two new cuvées were offered, Cap Béar in white and red.

The Clos de Paulilles vineyard

The Clos de Paulilles estate is located in the Paulilles cove, which has been awarded the Grand Site de France label. It stretches between Banyuls and Collioure, and covers 90 hectares of highly varied terroir, of which 63 hectares are dedicated to viticulture. Clos des Paulilles is planted with Syrah, Mourvèdre, Grenache and Cabernet.

The Clos des Paulilles vineyard is managed in a reasonable way. It aims to maintain biodiversity and dispense with chemical inputs. To this end, certain garrigues are maintained to allow wildlife and microfauna to thrive and find refuge. In addition, copses, hedges and low walls are maintained to complete a favorable environment for animals and flora alike. Finally, plant cover is introduced to combat erosion and increase the number of grazing areas.

Biodynamics focuses on the prevention and enhancement of soil and plants in their natural environment. It aims to create a perfect balance that confers greater resistance on the vine. Creating harmonious living conditions between the earth, the sky, the entire ecosystem and the plant is the best guarantee of quality grapes.

The Clos des Paulilles infrastructure has recently been renovated to optimize production facilities. The cellar has been completely refurbished. A waterfront restaurant and reception area have been created to create a magical venue dedicated to wine tourism.

The Clos de Paulilles wines

Clos des Paulilles produces wines of the three robes, as well as a Banyuls vinegar.

Rosé wines

- Le Clos des Paulilles
- Le Clos des Paulilles Cap

White wines

- Le Clos des Paulilles
- Cap Béar
- Banyuls

Red wines

- Le Clos des Paulilles
- Cap Béar
- Banyuls Traditionnel
- Banyuls Grand Cru
- Banyuls Rimage