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La Ferme du Mont in the Southern Rhône, owned and vinified by Stéphane Vedeau, boasts a mosaic of biodynamic vineyards. A former soccer player, Stéphane transitioned to winemaking in 1989, spending 15 years in the Languedoc before moving to the Rhône Valley in 2000. His wines, praised by critics like Robert Parker, are known for their freshness and soul, utilizing native yeasts and biodynamic methods.
Stéphane began producing La Ferme du Mont's wines with Coralie Gourmarre of Domaine Galevan in 2005-2006 and has since continued independently. The property expanded with Clos Bellane in 2010, Val des Rois in 2020, and new vineyards in Rasteau in 2022. La Ferme du Mont specializes in Grenache-dominant wines from Côtes du Rhône, Côtes du Rhône Villages, Gigondas, Vacqueyras, and Châteauneuf-du-Pape AOCs.
The vineyards, certified Agriculture Biologique since 2014, have been farmed biodynamically since 2011, previously using sustainable practices without pesticides or chemicals. Varieties cultivated include Grenache, Syrah, Mourvèdre, Roussanne, Marsanne, Viognier, Clairette, and Bourboulenc.
From La Ferme du Mont’s very first vintages, Robert Parker noted, “Stéphane Vedeau one of the young, energetic Turks of Chateâuneuf-du-Pape , has emerged from the woodwork to produce stunning wines…This is a seriously talented winemaker who is quickly emerging as a star of the southern Rhone.”
Wines
Capelan Chateauneuf du Pape
La Ferme du Mont
Chateauneuf-du-Pape
A Châteauneuf du Pape from the most beautiful complex plots. This cuvée is characterized by a silky and firm structure, very centered in its minerality. Made from Grenache, Syrah and Mourvèdre. Olives, cocoa and truffles, hyper concentration and great length.
Jugunda Gigondas
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Gigondas
From Gigondas where La Ferme du Mont has two different and complementary terroirs composed of Grenache and Syrah. Opulent, but also very fresh attack on the palate. Mediterranean spices, fine tannins, elegant and persistent.
La Truffiere Côtes du Rhône Blanc
La Ferme du Mont
Côtes du Rhône
Grenache blanc, Roussanne, Marsanne, Viognier, Clairette vines between 35 to 55-years-old, in Limestone scree. Fermentation naturally occurs, fruits are harvested at different levels of maturity. The width and opulence of its scent prepares for a complex mouth. Acacia honey, spices, limestone minerality.
Le Ponnant Côtes du Rhône Villages
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Côtes du Rhône Villages
From the best Grenache and Syrah plots in Côtes du Rhône Villages in Courthézon, Gigondas and Rasteau. Long vatting with very gentle extractions. Very ripe fruit, black cherry, olive and black licorice. Sweetness of the fruit + sweetness of tannins = finesse and elegance.
Le Rif Vacqueyras
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Vacqueyras
Le Rif offers an authentic juice signed by nature itself with a lot of character and expression. Original taste structure rests on the old Mourvèdre harvested very late and whose small berries deeply mark the style of this cuvée. Manual harvest in small cases, vatting without yeasting, slow fermentation in stainless steel. Long liquorice, floral and fleshy finish.
Mademoiselle du Mont Rouge Côtes du Rhône
La Ferme du Mont
Côtes du Rhône
Mainly composed of young Grenache grapes, vines are 15 to 25-years-old. 95% full destemming, then fermented in large concrete vats before being aged 10% in old barrels, and 90% in concrete. Gourmet red fruit, harmonious, fine and sapid.
Première Côte Côtes du Rhône
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Côtes du Rhône
From La Ferme du Mont’s Premiere Côte, mostly on the Courthezon stretch to the foot of the Dentelles de Montmirail. Fermented without sulfur to produce fine tannins while preserving its original freshness. Full-bodied, ripe red fruit, spices and wild herbs (garrigues).
Saint Pierre Vinsobres
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Vinsobres
Situated in the Saint Pierre district in the hollows of the hills and enclosed by trees, grapes are produced using a natural farming approach. This cuvée will delight wine lovers who are looking for frank fruit in a tasty bubble with a spicy finish.
Vendange Chateauneuf du Pape
La Ferme du Mont
Châteauneuf-du-Pape
The La Ferme du Mont Vendange Châteauneuf-du-Pape Rouge is composed of roughly 80% Grenache and 20% Mourvèdre. It features deep purple-red color and elegant aromas of red and black fruits, caramel licorice, and Mediterranean spices. The palate is smooth and lively with balanced sweetness and freshness. Ideal pairings include beef, lamb, and roasted or spiced dishes.
Vendange Chateauneuf du Pape Blanc
La Ferme du Mont
Chateauneuf-du-Pape
Made from different maturities of Grenache Blanc, Roussanne, Bourboulenc, Clairette. Direct pressing and fermented in barrels made from the Tronçais forest. Low yield and very elegant ageing, White truffle, floral, beeswax.
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