A DOMAIN. GILLES MASSON WINE MAKER.

“This vineyard, this cellar, these wines are the result of a magnificent adventure of humanity ; the story of dozens of people who united their energy and passion. I am happy and proud to be at the heart of this adventure. ”

Gilles Masson

“ This vineyard, this cellar, these wines are the result of a magnificent adventure of humanity ; the story of dozens of people who united their energy and passion. I am happy and proud to be at the heart of this adventure. ”

Gilles Masson

Domaine Masson is at the heart of the appellation known as “ Coteaux Varois in Provence ”,
half way between Nice and Aix-en-Provence, nestling among the woods,
this bower of vineyards, stretches over twenty hectares at the foot of the Bessillon mountain.
Here, the perfumes of thyme, moss and bark float in the air. In the distance, the jay calls.
The ocre red earth soaks up the last rainfall. This is where our noble wine is created.

Domaine Masson is at the heart of the appellation known as “ Coteaux Varois in Provence ”,
half way between Nice and Aix-en-Provence, nestling among the woods, this bower of vineyards, stretches over twenty hectares at the foot of the Bessillon mountain. Here, the perfumes of thyme, moss and bark float in the air.
In the distance, the jay calls.
The ocre red earth soaks up the last rainfall. This is where our noble wine is created.

terroir

350 metres above sea level, the vineyard of 15 to 55 years spreads over a clay-limestone terroir. Nestling in a naturel circle of provençal hills, it benefits from exceptional sun exposure and the blessing of Mediterranean winds.

harvesting

At harvesting time, a daily choice is made to ensure that right grapes are harvested at the correct maturity depending on their variety and the land plot. Nocturnal picking is privileged in order to preserve the freshness of the grapes.

vine planting

The terroir reinforces the organoleptic qualities of the six grape varieties planted on the domain, thus preserving the authenticity of the wines it produces. The dominant grape varieties for each cuvée are harvested among Grenache, Syrah, Cabernet-Sauvignon, Carignan, Cinsault and Rolle.

vinification

Performed in the traditional manner with temperature control under the expert supervision of Nathalie, the domain’s oenologist.

culture

The domain is passionately committed to the preservation of nature, practising sustainable vine cultivation. Old vines and manual green harvesting bear a low yield of 55hl/ha, thus giving real personality to each cuvée.

blending

The harmony of the Domaine’s wines lies in the delicate marriage of vats, vinified separately, depending on the plot and the grape variety. In the final composition, every detail is important.

VINEYARD. NOBLE WINE.

All the personality and charm of the Domaine Masson wines,
reflect both the terroir on which they are createdand the personality
of the wine maker who cultivates them.

VINEYARD. NOBLE WINE.

All the personality and charm of the Domaine Masson wines, reflect both the terroir on which they are created and the personality of the wine maker who cultivates them.

The body of
the red wine

**Character :**
The beautiful garnet colour, tinged with purple offers the Domaine Masson red, a bouquet of forest fruits and delicate notes of the garrigue. Its silky, rounded palate is highlighted with aromas of raspberry and liquorice.

**Dominant Grape varieties :**
Grenache 80%, Syrah 20%.

**Presentation :**
Antique Bordeaux bottle 75cl

The freshness of
our rose wine

**Character :**
Clear, tender, pearly colour with fresh fruit aromas. Rosé offers a fine bouquet with its subtle notes of peach and citrus zest. A generous, fleshy palate offers a refreshing finish. It is the jewel of the Domaine.

**Dominant Grape varieties :**
A blend of Grenache, Syrah, Cinsault and Rolle.

**Presentation :**
Antique Bordeaux bottle 75cl, half bottle 50cl and magnum 150cl

The subtlety of
the white wine

**Character :**
This crisp, fresh, light-coloured white wine, with tender greenish hues, clearly presents a complex nose of pear and apricot, enhanced with a floral note. Aromas of exotic and citrus fruits linger on the palate.

**Dominant Grape varieties :**
Issue of a single grape variety : Rolle.

**Presentation :**
Antique Bordeaux bottle 75cl

EXCELLENCE
of [E]TUDE

**Character :**
Good for ageing, this lovely red wine, presents a deep « robe » with nice ruby glints. It is the result of a patient, attentive, and exacting research. An expressive nose of dark berries, spices and aromatic herbs, announcing a promising mouth… rich, structured and offering a delicately vanilla flavoured finish. Ageing, between 2 and 5 years

**Dominant Grape varieties :**
Old Grenache 65%, Syrah 15%, Cabernet Sauvignon 20%.

**Presentation :**
Bordelaise 75cl

CUVÉES MÉDAILLÉES

ROUGE

Rouge 2017

• Concours des Vignerons indépendants 2019 – Médaille d’OR
• Sélection dans le Magazine «En Magnum» de Bettane et Dessauve
• Sélection dans le Guide Hachette des Vins 2020

ROSÉ

Rosé 2019

• Sélection dans le Guide Hachette des Vins 2019 – Une étoile

Rosé 2018

• Concours des Vins de Provence 2019 – Médaille d’OR
• Concours des Vignerons indépendants 2019 – Médaille d’OR
• Sélection dans le Magazine «En Magnum» de Bettane et Dessauve

Rosé 2017

• Concours de la Cuvée des Jeunes Agriculteurs du Var – Médaille de BRONZE
• Sélection dans le Guide Hachette des Vins 2019

Rosé 2016

Concours des Vins de Provence 2017 – Médaille de BRONZE

BLANC

Blanc 2018

• Concours des Vins de Provence 2019 – Médaille d’OR
• Concours du Salon des Vins du Salon de Morlaas – Médaille d’OR

Blanc 2017

• Sélection dans le Guide Hachette des Vins 2019

Blanc 2016

• Concours des Vins de Provence 2017 – Médaille d’OR
• Sélection dans le Magazine «En Magnum» de Bettane et Dessauve

[E]tude

[E]tude 2016

• Sélection dans le Magazine «En Magnum» de Bettane et Dessauve

CELLAR
Route de Bras
83119 Brue-Auriac – Var – France

OPEN CELLAR
May 1 to September 30
Tuesday to Friday 3pm to 7pm, Saturday 10am to 1pm and 3pm to 7pm
October 1 to April 30
Wednesday to Friday 2pm to 6pm, Saturday 10am to 12:30 pm and 2pm to 6pm
Other days, welcome and visit by appointment.

OFFICES
1014, chemin du Gavelier
83119 Brue-Auriac – Var – France