Chêne Bleu Aliot is an extraordinary blend of Viognier, Roussanne, Marsanne, and Clairette Blanc grapes grown in the stunning vineyards of Southern France. This wine boasts a subtle golden hue with a balanced acidity, a mesmerizing fragrance of honey and jasmine, and flavors of ripe peach, apricot, and subtle hints of pear. The wine is aged for ten months in oak barrels before being bottled, making it rich and full-bodied.

The name “Chêne Bleu” translates to “blue oak” and pays homage to the estate's emblematic 600-year-old oak tree, which stands tall among the vineyards alongside breathtaking vistas of the nearby mountain range, Mont Ventoux. Chêne Bleu Aliot pairs perfectly with roasted chicken, seafood, creamy risotto, or a selection of French cheeses, reflecting the beauty and the taste of Southern France in a glass.

Tasting Notes

Appearance: A beautiful golden yellow; bright and clear, with golden reflections. Nose: Rich and complex with subtle notes of lime, star anise, toasted almonds, warm brioche and honey.. Palate: Surprising acidity with abundant elegance, finesse and minerality. Citrus notes and hints of brioche. Finish: Intense and long

About the Winery

The history of Chêne Bleu begins back in the 19th century. The winery consisted solely of vineyards planted on the Dentelles de Montmirail slopes and the main building. The earliest records of Chêne Bleu in the form of written archives indicate 1026. During those times, the land got used as a farming priory. It functioned and operated while depending on the proximate Abbaye de Prebayon.

The entire property got taken over by the Knights Templar a bit later into the future. It happens because the plot had several beneficial elements and aspects. It consisted of fertile soil and protection from various detrimental parameters. In addition, the place remained situated on a high and defensive plateau. It implied that acquiring the land would have allowed the Knights to patrol and survey the valley below effortlessly and efficiently.

In 1427, the name of the priory changed to “La Verrière,” which translates to “Glassblowing Workshop” in English. The then-owner Aliot de Montvin named it so. The history from then on is relatively obscured and unrecorded. At that period, the property got abandoned. It gradually turned to ruins owing to various conflicting claims of inheritance directed at it.

Finally, in 1993, Nicole and Xavier Rolet purchased and acquired the estate. However, the land they obtained was in a state of severe degradation.

Nicole and Xavier worked relentlessly to restore the condition of the property. They renovated the ground and the buildings. Overall, they tried to preserve the state and essence of the structures. In addition, they aimed to recreate the ecosystem and its self-sustainable nature. The entire makeover process took over a decade. For that reason, Chêne Bleu can enjoy a confluence of various natural factors today. It receives the benefits of the climate of the region, its multifaceted geology, and its rich soil.

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