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Saint-Chinian
The Saint-Chinian appellation is a sub-regional appellation of Languedoc wines. Since February 4, 2005, two communal appellations have been recognized: Saint-Chinian Berlou and Saint-Chinian Roquebrun, distinguished for their excellence and typicity. Saint-Chinian wine, one of the region's finest crus, has been an AOC since 1982 for its red and rosé wines, and since 2004 for its white wines.

Situated on either side of the Orb and Vernazobre rivers, the Saint-Chinian vineyards extend over some twenty communes northwest of Béziers: Assignan, Babeau-Bouldoux, Berlou, Causses-et-Veyran, Cazedarnes, Cébazan, Cessenon-sur-Orb, Creissan, Cruzy, Ferrières-Poussarou, Murviel-lès-Béziers, Pierrerue, Prades-sur-Vernazobre, Puisserguier, Quarante, Roquebrun, Saint-Chinian, Saint-Nazaire-de Ladarez, Vieussan and Villespassans. Extraordinary geological and climatic diversity gives Saint-Chinian its distinctive character, giving each wine its own unique character. To the north, vines are planted on predominantly schistose soils, and to the south, on clay-limestone soils, at altitudes ranging from 100 to 400 meters.

Saint-Chinian wines are made from Grenache, Syrah, Mourvèdre, Carignan, Cinsault and Lledoner Pelut for reds and rosés, and from Grenache, Marsanne, Roussanne and Vermentino (or Rolle) for whites. Saint-Chinian is best appreciated by tasting the wines offered by Mas Champart, Clos Bagatelle or Domaine La Madura.

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Domaine Belot - Saint-Chinian Mouleyres 2022

3*Coup de Coeur Hachette

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90/100 James Suckling

structured
red berries
toasted

"Let yourself be seduced by this Saint-Chinian with its superb balance and suppleness".

"Praised last year for its Best of Belot, the domaine does it again with this Mouleyres, a plot selection aged for a year in new barrels. A luminous purplish color, delicate yet dashing aromas of sweet spices and morello cherry, the start is promising. On the palate, it's a recital: a full attack, a fleshy, caressing mid-palate, silky tannins well coated by the ageing process, an unstoppably seductive vanilla finish. All in a case of preserved freshness. Simply perfect and already irresistible. (Le Guide Hachette 2025).

Domaine Les Païssels - Saint Chinian Les Païssels 2022

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4/5 (1 review)

2*Étoiles Hachette

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90/100 Bettane & Desseauve

(2020 vintage notes)
spicy
complex
solar

"A deep, complex Saint Chinian from a blend of old vines, a pure delight!

Les Païssels is a full-bodied, sun-drenched wine of great complexity, with notes of spices, candied orange blossom and chocolate. Remarkable elegance and length on the palate. A splendid success with good ageing potential.

Domaine Les Païssels - Saint Chinian Le Banel 2023

90/100 Bettane & Desseauve

(Vintage 2021 notes)
expressive
barbecue
among friends

"Pure pleasure for this rich and expressive Saint Chinian, at a small price!"

Banel is characterized by aromas of bell pepper and thyme, with hints of garrigue and freshness. Powerful on the palate with a velvety texture, it will seduce your palate with every sip. A delicious, tender red wine with splendid balance.

Domaine La Madura - Saint-Chinian Classic rouge 2021

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3/5 (2 reviews)

92/100 Coup de Cœur RVF

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91/100 James Suckling

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17/20 Jancis Robinson

spicy
gourmet
Gem

"A charming, elegant cuvée, perfect with southern dishes".

"Classic 2021 is a clear success, an expression of wild raspberry and spices on the nose and palate, a wine full of delicacy. The tannins are very well integrated and there's a juicy sensation on the finish with a hint of garrigue." (Le Guide RVF 2024)

Domaine Canet Valette - Saint-Chinian Maghani 2020

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4/5 (2 reviews)

93/100 RVF

powerful
velouté
gourmet

"Iconic Saint-Chinian, expressive in its youth, becoming more complex with time".

"Maghani is tasted with the tension of perfect tannin and a touch of great finesse, flavored with wild garrigue flowers." (Le Guide RVF 2025) A magnificent Saint-Chinian!

Domaine Canet Valette - Saint-Chinian Ivresses 2023

90/100 RVF

elegant
red berries
chocolate

"All the charm of Grenache through its subtle, airy structure, offering a refined and seductive sensory experience."

On the nose, tangy red fruit and candy aromas mingle in a bewitching bouquet. Fresh, elegant and charming on the palate, this cuvée is hard to resist!

Domaine Canet Valette - Saint-Chinian Une et Mille Nuits rouge 2022

92/100 RVF

complex
silky
gourmet

"Saint-Chinian, full of sunshine and complexity, a must-discover.

A Saint-Chinian of great finesse, with aromas of garrigue, blackcurrant and morello cherry, very concentrated on the palate. Luscious yet deep, sincere and fleshy.

Domaine Canet Valette - Saint-Chinian Antonyme 2023

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5/5 (1 review)

92/100 RVF

crunchy
aperitif
immediate pleasure

"Fruit, nothing but fruit for this pleasurable wine full of pep".

"Antonyme exhibits dreamy sapidity on a slightly herbal dry extract that gives the whole its tone, the tannins are fresh and the style of great and beautiful finesse." (Le Guide RVF 2025).

Borie La Vitarèle - Saint Chinian Les Schistes rouge 2021

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3/5 (1 review)

92/100 Coup de Cœur RVF

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90/100 Bettane & Desseauve

structured
velvety texture
garrigue
fine tannins
game
prime rib

"An elegant, velvety cuvée with lots of character!"

"With its lovely structure, Les Schistes takes us on a journey of cistus and garrigue, with an appreciable fluidity on the palate and well-integrated tannins. A sapid sensation remains on the palate". (La RVF 2024).

Domaine Borie La Vitarèle - Saint Chinian Les Terres Blanches rouge 2022

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4/5 (4 reviews)

1*Étoile Hachette

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90/100 RVF

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90/100 Decanter

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90/100 Bettane & Desseauve

(Vintage 2021 notes)
freshness
gourmet
fruit bomb
poultry
beef tartar

"Gourmet and crunchy!"

With its intense red color, Cuvée Les Terres Blanches offers a fine, delicate nose of fresh red and black fruits, accompanied by a hint of sweet spices. A typically Mediterranean red, gourmet and elegant, fresh and discreetly tannic, for immediate pleasure.

Mas Champart - Saint-Chinian Causse du Bousquet 2018

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4/5 (2 reviews)

91/100 James Suckling

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90/100 RVF

complex
freshness
intensity
dense

"Gastronomic wine!

"More muscular, Causses du Bousquet delivers a spicy expression of Syrah, with a fresh, slender mouthfeel. The tannin support is well balanced, with notes of mocha, cedar and leather on the finish." (Le Guide RVF 2024). This refined, elegant cuvée never ceases to charm!

Mas Champart - Saint-Chinian Côte d'Arbo 2019

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3.6/5 (7 reviews)

92/100 Bettane & Desseauve

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91/100 RVF

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89/100 James Suckling

fruity
accessible
tapas
immediate pleasure
among friends

This vintage, with its bouquet reminiscent of red fruit and freshness, is an invitation to indulge. With great depth and supple, spicy tannins, this is a wine for immediate enjoyment that will delight even the most demanding connoisseurs! To share with friends, in complete conviviality.

Mas Champart - Saint-Chinian 2021

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3/5 (2 reviews)

90/100 James Suckling

mineral
balanced
end
aromatic
fish

This white Saint-Chinian has a profile of finesse and aromatic complexity. The nose is very floral, with toasty notes in its youth, accompanied by plenty of freshness. A round white, with good volume on the palate and a mineral, saline finish. A lovely cuvée to enjoy with the whole family.

Mas Champart - Saint-Chinian Clos de la Simonette 2018

93/100 Coup de Cœur RVF

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16,5/20 Bettane & Desseauve

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91/100 Robert Parker

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90/100 Decanter

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90/100 Vinous

(Notes vintage 2017)
silky
coated tannins
long finish

Clos de la Simonette brings together the estate's two terroirs. On the one hand, Grenache and Carignan on very stony limestone plateaus, and on the other, Mourvèdre on clay-limestone slopes. The wine is powerful, full-bodied and fine, with aromas of ripe red and black fruits and hints of garrigue. A great southern cuvée to match Mediterranean flavors!

Mas Champart - Saint-Chinian Causse du Bousquet 2018

2*Coup de Coeur Hachette

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92/100 Bettane & Desseauve

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91/100 RVF

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89/100 Robert Parker

(Notes vintage 2017)
complex
intensity
good acidity

"Gastronomic wine!

"One of the appellation's finest addresses, it justifies its rank with this cuvée born of the Causse and its very stony limestone". (Le Guide Hachette des Vins) This cuvée aged 24 months in oak asserts itself in a fleshy mouth, with incredible fruit and spice. Great character and finesse!