Chateau Minuty M de Minuty

Chateau Minuty

M de Minute

 Overlooking the iconic bay of St Tropez, the Château Minuty winery is remarkably well located on the slopes of the villages of Gassin and Ramatuelle and the vines benefit from a temperate maritime climate.

CHÂTEAU MINUTY IS SURROUNDED BY 55 HECTARES OF CONTINUOUS VINEYARDS ON CALCAREOUS, COLORED SOIL, WITH AN ADDITIONAL 40 HECTARES OF LIMESTONE SOIL IN VIDAUBAN AND A FURTHER 17 HECTARES ON THE HILLSIDES OF VALDERIAN IN RAMATUELLE WHICH BEND A STUNNING VIEW OF THE BAY OF PAMPELONNE.

The vines benefit from very deep soil mainly used for Grenache. Special attention is paid to site-specific planting - each variety is expertly planted in the most suitable part of the preserve, allowing it to reach its full potential. The plots around the castle are planted with Grenache, a variety that flourishes in this deep, almost stone-free soil. The south-facing plots, favored by generous sunshine, are dedicated to the Syrah and Mourvèdre red wine varieties. The more rocky, calcareous slopes are conducive to a more mineral-based expression and are therefore planted with Rolle.

Being southeast facing, the vineyard is directly influenced by the nearby Mediterranean Sea. The wines therefore offer a subtle character brought about by the sea air. The sea breeze dries the vines after morning dew or rain and directly contributes to reducing the risk of disease.