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Ch\u00e2teau des Cr\u00e8s Ricards is entering a new phase in its history with an ambitious modernisation project. Featuring a new winery, a redesigned tasting room, and elegant visitor spaces, the estate has been fully renewed to combine technical excellence with a refined wine tourism experience.<\/strong><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”3_5,2_5″ _builder_version=”4.18.0″ _module_preset=”default” custom_padding=”29px||0px|||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”3_5″ _builder_version=”4.18.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text content_tablet=”<\/p>\n At the heart of the project, a state-of-the-art barrel cellar now ensures precise control of temperature and humidity, creating ideal ageing conditions. The estate has also added a new 1,000-hectolitre tank room with conical tanks, designed to preserve the wines\u2019 character and refine the vinification process. The new tasting room and sales area, soon to be open to visitors, will considerably enhance the experience at Ch\u00e2teau des Cr\u00e8s Ricards. Located atop the tower with floor-to-ceiling windows, the tasting room offers breathtaking views of the Terrasses du Larzac and its highest point, Mont Saint-Baudille. ” content_phone=”<\/p>\n At the heart of the project, a state-of-the-art barrel cellar now ensures precise control of temperature and humidity, creating ideal ageing conditions. The estate has also added a new 1,000-hectolitre tank room with conical tanks, designed to preserve the wines\u2019 character and refine the vinification process. The new tasting room and sales area, soon to be open to visitors, will considerably enhance the experience at Ch\u00e2teau des Cr\u00e8s Ricards. Located atop the tower with floor-to-ceiling windows, the tasting room offers breathtaking views of the Terrasses du Larzac and its highest point, Mont Saint-Baudille. ” content_last_edited=”on|phone” _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” header_2_font_size=”22px” width=”93.4%” custom_margin=”115px|||||” custom_padding=”0px||||false|false” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″ custom_margin_last_edited=”on|phone” custom_margin_phone=”0px||||false|false” custom_margin_tablet=”0px||||false|false”]<\/p>\n At the heart of the project, a state-of-the-art barrel cellar now ensures precise control of temperature and humidity, creating ideal ageing conditions. The estate has also added a new 1,000-hectolitre tank room with conical tanks, designed to preserve the wines\u2019 character and refine the vinification process. The new tasting room and sales area, soon to be open to visitors, will considerably enhance the experience at Ch\u00e2teau des Cr\u00e8s Ricards. Located atop the tower with floor-to-ceiling windows, the tasting room offers breathtaking views of the Terrasses du Larzac and its highest point, Mont Saint-Baudille. 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Originating from a historic and unique plot, this wine stands out for its original blend of four grape varieties \u2014 Viognier, Grenache Blanc, Roussanne, and Vermentino. With these new facilities, Ch\u00e2teau des Cr\u00e8s Ricards reaffirms its ambition to establish itself as a key player in the regional wine landscape, combining modernity, respect for the terroir, and exceptional hospitality.<\/p>\n A breath of renewal is sweeping through the estate, promising beautiful vintages in the years to come.<\/p>\n ” content_phone=”<\/p>\n This year also saw a remarkable harvest and the launch of a new cuv\u00e9e: Les Galets<\/em>. Originating from a historic and unique plot, this wine stands out for its original blend of four grape varieties \u2014 Viognier, Grenache Blanc, Roussanne, and Vermentino. With these new facilities, Ch\u00e2teau des Cr\u00e8s Ricards reaffirms its ambition to establish itself as a key player in the regional wine landscape, combining modernity, respect for the terroir, and exceptional hospitality.<\/p>\n A breath of renewal is sweeping through the estate, promising beautiful vintages in the years to come.<\/p>\n ” content_last_edited=”on|phone” _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” header_2_font_size=”22px” width=”93.4%” custom_margin=”100px||||false|false” custom_margin_tablet=”100px||||false|false” custom_margin_phone=”0px||||false|false” custom_margin_last_edited=”on|phone” custom_padding=”0px||||false|false” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″]<\/p>\n This year also saw a remarkable harvest and the launch of a new cuv\u00e9e: Les Galets<\/em>. Originating from a historic and unique plot, this wine stands out for its original blend of four grape varieties \u2014 Viognier, Grenache Blanc, Roussanne, and Vermentino. With these new facilities, Ch\u00e2teau des Cr\u00e8s Ricards reaffirms its ambition to establish itself as a key player in the regional wine landscape, combining modernity, respect for the terroir, and exceptional hospitality.<\/p>\n A breath of renewal is sweeping through the estate, promising beautiful vintages in the years to come.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" CH\u00c2TEAU des Cr\u00e8s Ricards: the estateenters a new eraCh\u00e2teau des Cr\u00e8s Ricards is entering a new phase in its history with an ambitious modernisation project. 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Additional enhancements include a climate-controlled storage area for finished products and a modern office featuring multiple workstations perched above the barrel cellar \u2014 a vibrant living space at the heart of the estate, known as La Vigie des Terrasses du Larzac<\/em>.<\/p>\nA Redesigned Visitor Experience<\/strong><\/h2>\n
This new visitor space reflects the estate\u2019s commitment to making Ch\u00e2teau des Cr\u00e8s Ricards a place of discovery, exchange, and conviviality.<\/p>\nFacilities That Match the Terroir<\/strong><\/h2>\n
Additional enhancements include a climate-controlled storage area for finished products and a modern office featuring multiple workstations perched above the barrel cellar \u2014 a vibrant living space at the heart of the estate, known as La Vigie des Terrasses du Larzac<\/em>.<\/p>\nA Redesigned Visitor Experience<\/strong><\/h2>\n
This new visitor space reflects the estate\u2019s commitment to making Ch\u00e2teau des Cr\u00e8s Ricards a place of discovery, exchange, and conviviality.<\/p>\nFacilities That Match the Terroir<\/strong><\/h2>\n
Additional enhancements include a climate-controlled storage area for finished products and a modern office featuring multiple workstations perched above the barrel cellar \u2014 a vibrant living space at the heart of the estate, known as La Vigie des Terrasses du Larzac<\/em>.<\/p>\nA Redesigned Visitor Experience<\/strong><\/h2>\n
This new visitor space reflects the estate\u2019s commitment to making Ch\u00e2teau des Cr\u00e8s Ricards a place of discovery, exchange, and conviviality.<\/p>\nHarvest and New Cuv\u00e9e: Les Galets<\/strong><\/h2>\n
A rare feature: the grapes are blended immediately at harvest, before vinification. The wine is then aged half in stainless steel tanks, with partial maceration to preserve fruit freshness and purity, and half in oak barrels to add complexity and texture.
The result is an elegant, vibrant, and balanced white wine, perfectly illustrating the estate\u2019s expertise and renewed energy.<\/p>\nA Promising Renaissance<\/strong><\/h2>\n
Harvest and New Cuv\u00e9e: Les Galets<\/strong><\/h2>\n
A rare feature: the grapes are blended immediately at harvest, before vinification. The wine is then aged half in stainless steel tanks, with partial maceration to preserve fruit freshness and purity, and half in oak barrels to add complexity and texture.
The result is an elegant, vibrant, and balanced white wine, perfectly illustrating the estate\u2019s expertise and renewed energy.<\/p>\nA Promising Renaissance<\/strong><\/h2>\n
Harvest and New Cuv\u00e9e: Les Galets<\/strong><\/h2>\n
A rare feature: the grapes are blended immediately at harvest, before vinification. The wine is then aged half in stainless steel tanks, with partial maceration to preserve fruit freshness and purity, and half in oak barrels to add complexity and texture.
The result is an elegant, vibrant, and balanced white wine, perfectly illustrating the estate\u2019s expertise and renewed energy.<\/p>\nA Promising Renaissance<\/strong><\/h2>\n