Domaine les Teyssonnieres

Estate Tour & Wine and Chocolate Pairing

Enjoy a unique experience in the heart of the estate with a tour of the vineyards and cellar, followed by a tasting of our wines paired with chocolates from a local chocolatier. A gourmet and surprising discovery featuring our current vintages. 2h --> 30€

Domaine Les Teyssonnières: Back at SAVIM Marseille!

Relive our first springtime experience at the SAVIM Marseille fair! Domaine Les Teyssonnières is sharing its highlights and is already looking forward to seeing you next November at Parc Chanot to discover our new vintages and prepare for your holiday season.

Domaine Les Teyssonnières: The Elegance of Safres in Gigondas

The article explores the unique geological and climatic signature of Domaine Les Teyssonnières. In contrast to traditional clay-heavy soils, our vines thrive on safres (ancient sands), which lend a rare tannic finesse and elegance to our Gigondas wines. Combined with the altitude of the Dentelles de Montmirail and the cooling breath of the Mistral wind, this terroir produces balanced, fresh, and profound wines—a refined departure from the appellation's typical raw power.

Teyssonnières Olive Oil: The Secret to Elevating Provençal Cuisine

This article explores the excellence of Teyssonnières Olive Oil, produced in the prestigious terroir of Gigondas, at the foot of the Dentelles de Montmirail. It highlights the estate's ancestral craftsmanship and the purity of an oil extracted with passion. You will discover professional techniques—such as the "finishing drizzle"—to enhance emblematic dishes like Aïoli or grilled Mediterranean sea bass. The article also features a unique pairing with the estate's own Gigondas White wine, perfect for the traditional "Pompe à l'huile" dessert. A complete guide to experiencing the authentic art of living and the refined flavors of Southern France.

Gigondas: From 50cl to Jeroboam, Which Format to Choose? | Domaine Les Teyssonnières

The choice of bottle size for your Gigondas from Domaine Les Teyssonnières directly influences both the aging process and the tasting experience. While the 50 cl format favors a faster evolution for immediate enjoyment in intimate settings, the classic 75 cl bottle remains the absolute standard for your everyday meals. For special occasions and long-term cellaring, the Magnum and Jeroboam are the kings of the cellar; their larger volume slows down oxidation and enhances the complexity of the terroir. In short, match the bottle size to the number of guests and your patience to enjoy our wines in peak condition.

News from Domaine Les Teyssonnières: From winter review to spring awakening

The Awakening of Les Teyssonnières: Between Winter’s Legacy and the Breath of Spring As the first buds finally break through the bark, Domaine Les Teyssonnières embraces the excitement of spring. But before the green vines take over our rows, we have been working hard in the quiet of winter: from the precision of pruning to the smoky ritual of burning the canes, right up to the crucial stage of blending in the cellar to craft your future vintages.

Gigondas: The Miracle of the Sands and the 140-Year-Old Vines of Domaine Les Teyssonnières

Why is Domaine Les Teyssonnières an exception in Gigondas? Dive into the heart of a rare terroir where sand (saffre) protects 140-year-old pre-phylloxera vines. Discover how the influence of the Dentelles de Montmirail, the Mistral wind, and the cultivation of 13 grape varieties unite to create wines of absolute finesse. A journey between millennial geology and unique viticultural history, waiting to be discovered at our family estate.

Domaine les Teyssonnières: The Alexandre Family’s Triumph in the 2024 Jeb Dunnuck Report

Discover the exceptional scores awarded by Jeb Dunnuck to Domaine les Teyssonnières in 2024. With a 94/100 for the 2023 Cuvée Alexandre, the Alexandre family rises to the top of the Gigondas appellation. A prestigious ranking highlighting the purity, elegance, and age-worthiness of these great Rhône Valley wines.

Domaine les Teyssonnières: The Soul of Gigondas at the Foot of the Dentelles de Montmirail

Since 1838, Domaine les Teyssonnières has been cultivating excellence at the foot of the Dentelles de Montmirail. Between the vertical peaks of this unique limestone massif and the thousand-year history of Gigondas (the ancient Roman Jocunditas), our family crafts wines of character. Discover the perfect alliance between artisanal craftsmanship (hydraulic pressing, HVE sustainable certification) and a prestigious terroir the first "Cru" of the Côtes du Rhône since 1971. An invitation to a journey, from the rock to your glass.

A six-generation legacy of vineyards and human values

Immerse yourself in the history of Domaine les Teyssonnières: a family of winegrowers in Gigondas since 1838. From ancestral traditions and tales of wartime courage to a legacy of passion, discover the soul of an exceptional terroir.