| Region of production: | Châteauneuf-du-Pape |
| Winery Location: | Châteauneuf-du-Pape |
| Year Established: | 19th Century |
Vineyard Holdings
Approximately 27 ha
Top Wines Produced
- Châteauneuf-du-Pape (Blanc and Rouge)
- Petit Mont: from mostly younger vines and intended for early consumption
- Cuvée du Papet: from 100-year-old Grenache vines and made only in the best years
Inaugural Vintages
- 1989 for Cuvée du Papet
Average Total Production
- 87,600 bottles
Summary
The first bottling of Clos du Mont-Olivet actually took place in 1945, although it was officially founded in the 1800s and operated by the Sabon family. The estate is currently run by the fourth generation under Thierry Sabon. Thierry worked harvests in South Africa and Australia and brought back modern methodology to the estate, including intensive de-budding and green harvesting practices. Their 27 hectares of vineyards are spread throughout the appellation.
Style & Vinification Techniques
Winemaking is mostly traditional. Grapes are partially de-stemmed and fermented in steel tank; wines are aged in a combination of foudres, steel tanks and demi-muids, then bottled unfiltered.
Producer Website: Clos du Mont-Olivet