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Fortified sweet
Domaine Ampelhus Muscat de Lunel honors the deep traditions of the Languedoc region. It originates from one of the oldest French appellations—the village of Lunel, which has been renowned for its unique terroir since the Middle Ages. Today, "Ampelhus" is an estate managed by Lithuanian-born Ženia and Frenchman Thibauld, earning recognition for their natural winemaking and respect for nature.
The wine’s aromas open with vibrant notes of jasmine blossoms, ripe passion fruit, and honey. On the palate, the wine is full of velvety sweetness, accompanied by crisp acidity and the flavor of fresh citrus zest.
This Muscat de Lunel is crafted exclusively from the noble 'Muscat Blanc à Petits Grains' grapes. Its complexity is derived from the unique soil—rounded Rhône River stones—which absorb the sun's heat and transfer it to the grapes. It is the natural grape sugar and masterfully halted fermentation that ensure the pure and recognizable "Ampelhus" style.
The wine is produced using the natural sweet wine (Vin Doux Naturel) method, preserving maximum fruitiness and elegance.
Serve at 8-10 °C with fruit salad, white chocolate desserts.
Ženia Vasiljeva's journey from Lithuanian pharmacy to the Languedoc wine world began in 2013, when she met her husband, Frenchman Thibauld Vermillard. After two years of experimentation and learning, they took over a 10-hectare family vineyard and expanded it to 12 hectares. Today, "Domaine Ampelhus" is a successful winery that has won the Best Young Winemaker in France award. Ženia and Thibauld, following traditional winemaking methods and biodynamic principles, create exceptional wines that reflect the uniqueness of the Languedoc terroir. They grow various grape varieties, including 'Muscat', 'Grenache', 'Piquepoul Noir', 'Terret Noir', and 'Rivairenc', and some wines are made by experimenting with unusual methods.
Wine Style
"Domaine Ampelhus" wines are characterized by a distinctive character that combines tradition and innovation. They are aromatic, expressive wines that reflect the sun and soil of the Languedoc region.
Prestigious Vineyards
"Domaine Ampelhus" owns vineyards located in the Languedoc region, renowned for its unique terroir:
These vineyards are characterized by unique soil and climate, which give the wines a distinctive character.
Aging and Consumption Period
"Domaine Ampelhus" wines have a good balance between youthfulness and aging potential. Due to soft tannins and bright acidity, these wines can be enjoyed in their youth, but some red wines also age and develop beautifully over time.
