The Verdots Vineyard, great wines from Bergerac and Monbazillac

Immerse yourself in the fruity world of Maison Wessman, a family in love with its region and its terroir. Since the end of 2021, it has been carefully tending the vines of the Vignoble des Verdots, an estate nestled in a green setting in Conne-de-Labarde, in the heart of the Périgord Pourpre. Curious, lovers of great wines or epicureans, enjoy a unique wine experience alongside passionate winegrowers, they welcome you throughout the year.

The Verdots Vineyard, a wine tourism destination developed in Bergerac

No need to be a connoisseur to appreciate a good glass of wine! The Vignoble des Verdots is open all year round for visits and tastings of their vintages, fine, fruity and refined wines to discover in a beautiful, modern and renovated room. Concert, carnival or even film concert, the place is alive with an event organized every month, the opportunity to have fun and meet in a privileged setting. In the summer, it is the walks in the vineyards that are appreciated, daily excursions in backpack with a picnic to enjoy with family, lovers or friends. Finally, in July, a gourmet market invites you to discover and taste local products, without forgetting the fruity nectar of the Vignoble des Verdots.

The Verdots Vineyard, a story of love and passion in Bergerac

Wine is not only the expression of a terroir, it is also the reflection of a heritage that is passed down, a unique know-how preserved over the generations. In the heart of the vineyards, 15 minutes from Bergerac and 10 minutes from Monbazillac, Maison Wessman, surrounded by a team of experts and enthusiasts, is committed to promoting the character of the great exceptional wines produced on the estate. For several years, the Vignoble des Verdots has been a perfect balance between tradition and modernity, a unique place that shakes up codes and taste buds by perpetuating traditions. Come and meet a team on a human scale to discover a contemporary vineyard with a sublime panorama opening onto the vines.

The Verdots Vineyard, modern structures for quality wines

Wind your way along the country roads and look up to admire the magnificent estate rising above the vines. From purple to green to the shimmering colors of autumn, it offers a unique landscape at every time of year. Several buildings at Vignoble des Verdots are worth visiting to appreciate the refined work of the passionate women and men who work on the property.

The underground cellar

This little gem carved out of the rock is almost invisible to those unfamiliar with the area. Located beneath your feet, the underground cellar reveals 600 m² of space designed to house 200 barrels for maturing, aging, and storing the wine. Take the time to admire the aging barrels, crafted by five passionate coopers, magnificent wooden casks that watch over the wine and give it character and distinctiveness.

The winemaking cellar

An essential part of the production of the great wines of Bergerac and Monbazillac, the wine cellar is a privileged space to admire the work of the fruit. The grapes and bunches arrive by a conveyor belt before being vinified in truncated cone-shaped vats, modern installations for preserved quality.

The Verdots Vineyard, essential steps to follow

Working the vineyard is a passion shared by each member of the Vignoble des Verdots team who carefully watch over the 66 hectares of grapes, spread over 3 terroirs with the AOP Bergerac, AOP Côtes-de-Bergerac, and AOP Monbazillac vintages.

• First, the grape harvest takes up all their time, harvesting the red and white grapes: Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc and Malbec for the reds, Sémillon, Sauvignon Blanc, Sauvignon Gris and Muscadelle for the whites.
• The fruit then arrives at the cellar where it will be vinified, while gravity carries out the punching down work naturally.
• It continues its journey in the underground cellar where 3 rackings are carried out during aging.
• Blending, filtering and bottling are the next steps, carried out on the property.
• Stored on galvanized steel pallets of 600 bottles, the wine returns to the cellar to be stored in optimal conditions, aging quietly in barrels unique to each vintage.

Patience, it's almost time to taste!

The Verdots Vineyard, working the vineyard with respect for the environment

It is with love and kindness that the entire team at Vignoble des Verdots maintains the soil and the vines, a desire to preserve the richness of this particular terroir. An in-depth study of the soils was carried out in 1998 to organize meticulous work in harmony with the environment, offering unique wines with subtle and complex aromas. More than a commitment, it is a real environmental approach that is implemented through a vitiforestry policy and the obtaining of the High Environmental Value Certification HVE3.

The Verdots Vineyard, exceptional wines to be enjoyed with or without moderation

After your visit, head to the winery to find your favorite wine gem. The estate produces three wine ranges, each with its own unique character and characteristics:

• Original Verdots, the vineyard's signature range between the gourmet and fruity Bergerac red, the aromatic and fruity dry Bergerac, the sweet and gourmet Bergerac rosé and the generous and sweet Bacchus.
• The Tours des Verdots, a subtle blend that offers a complex and elegant dry Bergerac, a rich and peppery red Côtes de Bergerac and a smooth and fragrant Monbazillac.
• Grand Vin "Les Verdots" are vintages for aging, a unique expression of this exceptional terroir. You will find the powerful Côtes de Bergerac red with roasted notes, the elegant and aromatic dry Bergerac, and the Monbazillac with its complex and delicious aromas of candied fruit.

The wines of the Vignoble des Verdots can also be found on their online store, ideal for treating yourself at any time of the year with quality wine.

Le Vignoble des Verdots, a charming cottage in the heart of the Périgord Pourpre

If you like the bucolic setting of the estate, you will love staying in this magnificent family home with 7 bedrooms and 5 bathrooms, 3 of which are private. Located at the top of a hill, this former 16th century coaching inn offers a breathtaking view of the woods and vineyards, the opportunity to escape in complete serenity in the heart of the Périgord. Experience a special moment at the Verdots gîte and enjoy the calm of nature to recharge your batteries.

For a visit, a stay or simply the pleasure of getting together, the Vignoble des Verdots is a true haven of peace.

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