Clos de Caveau

Vacqueyras, Southern Rhône, France

WHERE

WHO

Lewis & Henri Bungener

Organic farming at the very top of Vacqueyras, under the forest for added freshness.

HOW

Vacqueyras Blanc "Le Louis d'Or"
Côtes du Rhône Rouge "Les Bateliers"
Vacqueyras Rouge "Fruits Sauvage"
Vacqueyras Rouge "Carmin Brillant"
Gigondas Rouge "Champ Vermeil"
Vacqueyras Rouge "Lao Muse"

WINES

Clos de Caveau is owned and operated by the Bungener family. Specifically, it's currently run by Henri Bungener, who took over from his father, Gérard Bungener. The estate has been in the Bungener family since 1976, but was formerly owned by Stephen Spurrier, who said “my one regret in life was selling Clos de Caveau”.

They have been practicing organic farming since 1989 (and have been certified for nearly as long) and have been true pioneers for the Vacqueyras appellation, with a privileged position at the top of hill and just below the woods that cover the tops of the Dentelles de Montmirail. This lends incredible freshness to a region typically known for full bodied wines. Across the whites and reds there is a marked salinity and herbal quality which make them supremely versatile - we love the reds with Langres and other similar cheeses.