Clos Bagatelle Estate

Clos Bagatelle Estate

Route de Saint-Pons, 34360 Saint-Chinian

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The wines of the estate

Clos Bagatelle is shaped by four distinct terroirs: La Lauze, located in the valley; Donnadieu, a schist terroir in the heart of the garrigue; Assignan, with sandstone soils at 250 metres altitude; and Saint-Jean-de-Minervois, a plateau of white stones dedicated to Muscat Petit Grain.

This diversity allows the estate to produce a wide range of wines, including Saint-Chinian red, white and rosé, as well as Muscat de Saint-Jean-de-Minervois. The cellar combines tradition and modernity, with old wooden vats, stainless steel tanks and small concrete vats used to vinify each wine with precision. Clos Bagatelle is also known for producing age-worthy wines, with some cuvées matured for several years before release.

Among its wines, the “Aux 4 Vents” range offers freshness and generous fruit, while “La Fusion des Terroirs” expresses a more personal style through distinctive cuvées. “Les Éphémères” highlights precise, characterful red wines, and the Donnadieu parcel cuvée reveals the depth and wild aromatic character of the schist soils and surrounding garrigue.

Getaway gift box including an estate visit in Saint-Chinian

Romantic weekend in Languedoc

Languedoc-Roussillon

4.9/5 (15 reviews)

Romantic getaway at Saint-Chinian

Nights among Hérault vines + Dinners + Saint-Chinian tasting

3 days / 2 nights from €350 pp

Travellers' review - Clos Bagatelle Estate

  • A wonderful stay

    We had an excellent stay in early July—it was very well organized. Sandrine and Jean gave us a wonderful welcome at L'Orée des vignes. We felt right at home: their attention to detail, helpful advice, and quality service—everything was perfect. Wonderful wine tastings on the first day at Clos Bagatelle with Marie, and on the second day with Ludivine during our visit to the Domaine de Soustres. We met people who are passionate about their estates and their wines… We had a fantastic wine trip. Well done and thank you! Philippe and Claudine

    Philippe L.

  • Very pleasant stay

    Excellent stay at the edge of the vineyards, with a very warm welcome. The welcome at the Clos Bagatelle and Domaine de la Baume wineries was perfect, as was the quality of the wines on offer. The meal at Le Lavoir was very good, despite the somewhat inexperienced staff. All in all, an excellent stay!

    Denis R.

  • Great stay!

    What can I say about this weekend....perfect. the l'orée des vignes guest house is a warm and welcoming place. Sandrine and Jean are very attentive and know lots of places to visit. A tourist agency! :-) The 2 wineries, Clos Bagatelle in Saint-Chinian and Les Soustres in Montady, are very present and welcomed us magnificently. Very good meal at Le Lavoir. Super stay! We recommend it with our eyes closed.

    Roland M.

  • An unforgettable stay

    Excellent stay at l'orée des vignes, a warm welcome, a couple of caring hosts who listen to you. Sandrine and Jean are always smiling and ready to listen, and you feel as if you're staying with long-standing friends. Super in the wineries, whether Clos Bagatelle in Saint-Chinian or Soustres in Montady. As for the restaurants, you'd expect more class from a gastro, but they're still great places to eat. As for l'Écluse, a perfect welcome, a friendly setting on the banks of the Canal du Midi and a great terrace. An excellent stay!

    Jean-Claude F.

  • 2 stays in one

    We particularly liked the concept of a day inland in Saint Chinian and a day by the sea in Gruissan. The guest room is perfect. Sandrine and Jean are top notch, very attentive. The room was well equipped and the bedding was very comfortable. In Saint Chinian, at Clos Bagatelle, the welcome and the quality of the wines are perfect. In Gruissan, at Château de Bouis, the range of wines is small but interesting, with more to come in a few weeks. The meal in Gruissan at La Cambuse du Saunier was very good. The gourmet meal at Le Lavoir was very disappointing. The only downside of the stay was the rushed service, a decent setting but nothing more, and dishes that were anything but sublime. Overall, a very good stay.

    Christophe T.

  • Great stay

    We had a very pleasant stay organized by Vinotrip. In terms of accommodation, we were pleasantly surprised by the guest house concept at Sandrine and Jean, who warmly welcomed us to their sumptuous property. Our first tasting was at the magnificent Château Lebouis. On the downside, the tasting was very quick, with little choice or explanation of the wines and the estate. We enjoyed a delicious meal at the restaurant Le Lavoir, where the cuisine was refined and copious. The trip ended on a high note with a wine tasting at Clos Bagatelle hosted by the owner, who made the activity very interesting. I highly recommend this vinotrip in Occitania!

    Théo D.

  • The history of Clos Bagatelle

    Clos Bagatelle is a family estate founded in 1623 in the heart of the Saint-Chinian vineyards. Passed down from mother to daughter for five generations, the domaine has a long history rooted in family tradition and a passion for wine.
    In the 1960s, Marie-Françoise and Henry Simon replanted the vineyards and modernised the cellar, laying the foundations for the quality of wines the estate is known for today.
    The domaine is now run by Christine and Luc Simon, a brother-and-sister team who continue this family story with the same dedication. Their careful vineyard work, combined with organic practices, reflects a deep respect for the vines and the surrounding terroirs.

  • Wine-tasting at the Clos Bagatelle

    Christine and Luc welcome visitors for a tour of the estate followed by a tasting of their wines. Their explanations help guests better understand the character of each cuvée and the diversity of the Saint-Chinian terroirs.

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