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White dry
Domaine Les Clos de Paulilles “Collioure Blanc 2024” – the wine is born in steep terraced vineyards between the mountains and the sea, so it is characterized not only by ripe fruitiness, but also by expressive structure and salty character. This is one of those Collioure whites that speaks more about terroir than about aromatic noise.
The aromas reveal notes of white peaches, ripe pears, citrus peel and white flowers, complemented by nuances of fennel, Mediterranean herbs and slightly smoky stone.
The wine is textured and quite concentrated. ‘Grenache Blanc’ provides body and a soft round texture, while ‘Grenache Gris’ brings a sense of freshness, minerality and a light saltiness in the aftertaste.
The wine is produced in the Collioure AOC appellation, one of the most impressive wine areas of the French coast. Here, the vineyards are located on steep slate slopes above the Mediterranean Sea, where strong winds and intense sun allow the grapes to grow concentrated but fresh. It is this contrast between the heat and the sea that gives Collioure whites their distinctive character.
The wine is made mainly from ‘Grenache Blanc’ and ‘Grenache Gris’ grapes, fermented in stainless steel tanks to preserve fruitiness and minerality. Some of the wine is briefly aged with yeast to give it more texture and complexity.
Recommended serving temperature: 10-12 °C. The wine is best paired with Mediterranean cuisine, a wine that is very well suited to marine flavors, olive oil, herbs and slightly salty dishes. Its minerality, texture and refreshing acidity make it a great match for both delicate fish and richer seafood dishes.
grilled sea bass or dorada with lemon and rosemary
scallops in a butter and citrus sauce
shrimp or grilled squid
bouillabaisse-style fish stew
brandade de morue (cod cream)
oyster or seafood plateau
goat's milk cheeses
fennel, artichoke, white bean and olive dishes.
Domaine Les Clos de Paulilles is one of the most characteristic and visually impressive wineries in the south of France, located between the Collioure AOC and Banyuls appellations, right on the Mediterranean coast. The winery is located around the Paulilles Bay, a wild, slate-clad area between the mountains and the sea, where the vines seem to hang over the water.
The history of the farm dates back to the early 19th century, when the Bernardi family founded the farm. Les Clos de Paulilles has become one of the most important names in the Roussillon region, renowned for its innovative approach to Banyuls and Collioure wines. It was this winery that was the first to produce and commercially introduce Banyuls “Rimage” style wines in 1975 – richer, fruitier, naturally sweet wines aged in a reductive environment. In 1989, the farm was also one of the first in the Collioure region to start using a higher proportion of ‘Mourvèdre’ and ‘Syrah’ in its blends, aiming to better express the local terroir.
In 2012, the winery was acquired by Maison Cazes, one of the most well-known names in biodynamic winemaking in the south of France. After this stage, even more active investments were made in organic winemaking, vineyard care and terroir expression. Today, a large part of the vineyards are certified as organic, and the entire farm is oriented towards sustainable farming and minimal intervention in the cellar.
Les Clos de Paulilles vineyards stretch on steep slate terraces, which are constantly exposed to strong sea winds and intense Mediterranean sun. This terroir gives the wines concentration, minerality and a characteristic salty character. The varieties typical of the south of France are mainly grown here – ‘Grenache Noir’, ‘Grenache Blanc’, ‘Grenache Gris’, ‘Mourvèdre’ and ‘Syrah’.
The winery’s style is based not on heavy extraction, but on a balance between sunny southern ripeness and maritime freshness. Both Collioure and Banyuls wines have a shale minerality, Mediterranean herbaceous aromas, ripe fruit concentration and expressive texture. These are wines that speak very clearly of the Côte Vermeille coast – the wild, hot and salty side of Roussillon.
