Domaine Danjou-Banessy
Located at Espira, a few kilometres away from Rivesaltes, Domaine Danjou-Banessy is an old family estate that was producing only fortified and dry rancio wines until Benoit took over from his father 10 years ago. His brother, Sebastien, an English teacher, joined the domaine full time 5 years ago. They are now producing dry whites and reds from very old vines of local grapes such as their rare and original carignan gris. Their soil has always been free from any chemicals; their father and grandfather were bio before anyone else. They are as non-interventionist as possible in the cellar. Benoit and Sebastien are Catalans but friends with many neo-vignerons that came from all over the world to Roussillon to produce great wines. Tradition and open-mindedness could explain the quality of their wines.
| Country | France |
|---|---|
| Region | Roussillon |
| Appellation | Cotes du Roussillon, Cotes du Roussillon village, VDP Cotes Catalanes |
From this Winery
This cuvee’s name comes from the river “el Robol”. A fine and elegant wine made from the youngest vines (30 years old!!) on the estate.
“Truffiere” is the name of a small parcel of schist planted with very old Carignan and Grenache. This wine is a flowery and incredibly fresh and light Grenache from Roussillon.
“Mirandes” is the name of a local basaltic rock. It is an explosive syrah from the Roussillon: complex, rich, and elegant with ripe tannins. Evocative of superb wines from St Joseph.
“Myrs” is the name of a small parcel of very old Carignan. Benoit Danjou aptly calls this grape the “Poulsard of Catalonia” for its floral aromas, elegance and freshness.
