The History of Famille Gonnet

Founded in 1950 by Etienne Gonnet, the Font de Michelle winery began with 30 hectares of vines located just southeast of the renowned Châteauneuf-du-Pape appellation. After the passing of their father in 1970, brothers Jean and Michel took the reins, dedicating over three decades to refining their winemaking techniques. In 2002, the family expanded their estate with an additional 20 hectares in Côte du Rhône Village Signargues, rebranding as Font du Vent to reflect their family heritage. The Gonnet family is committed to crafting organic wines that truly express their unique terroir.

Winemaking at Famille Gonnet

In 2016, the next generation took charge as Bertrand and Guillaume, sons of Jean and Michel, stepped into leadership roles. Both equipped with degrees in viticulture and enology, they traveled globally to enhance their understanding of soil and vine management. While preserving traditional winemaking practices and family values, they introduced modern techniques to elevate wine quality. Since 2013, the estate has transitioned to organic farming, earning official certification for their commitment to sustainable practices.

Visit Famille Gonnet Winery

Famille Gonnet welcomes visitors to experience the beauty of the Rhône Valley and its celebrated appellations. Guests can enjoy informative wine tastings while taking in the stunning vineyard landscape, making it a perfect stop for wine enthusiasts and travelers alike.

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Top reviews

Lukas Marti
June 4, 2023
The nice man in the shop took his time and explained everything very kindly and in detail, thank you very much!
Gautier Gorbinkoff
July 6, 2024
We had a great time with Pierre. The history of the estate and the explanations of the different stages of wine were fascinating. Clear explanation, more than warm welcome with a lot of kindness and friendliness. The wine was excellent! It is a must in the region, you will not be disappointed!

Location

Location 22 Rue Joseph Ducos, 84230 Châteauneuf-du-Pape, France

Spoken Languages

Services

Pets Allowed

Visiting Hours

Monday - Saturday
11:00 - 17:30
Sunday
closed

Wine types

Red Wine
White Wine
Rose Wine

Grape varieties

Grenache
Syrah
Mourvedre
Cinsault
Counoise
Clairette
Roussanne
Bourboulenc

Our wines

White Wine 

Cuvée “Etienne Gonnet”
Famille Gonnet

Famille Gonnet – A Wonderful Family Winery with Class and Taste

Rose Wine 

Léonard's Wine
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Famille Gonnet – A Wonderful Family Winery with Class and Taste

Red Wine 

Our Passion
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Famille Gonnet – A Wonderful Family Winery with Class and Taste

White Wine 

The Promises
Famille Gonnet

Famille Gonnet – A Wonderful Family Winery with Class and Taste

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Leon Vincent
Reviewed on February 10, 2025

Generous wine tasting with friendly host Emily - right in the heart of Chateauneuf de Pape - family owned winery for 50 years - no charge for the tasting- just buy what you like at very reasonable prices

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Bronislav Indra
Reviewed on January 2, 2025

After visiting the Papal Palace in Châteauneuf-du-Pape, the goal was clear – to bring home some wine. By chance, we stumbled upon this charming little shop, where we were warmly welcomed and treated to a small tasting of their products. If only I had a bigger cooler in the car, I would have bought more – their wine is fantastic!

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Tammy Tu
Reviewed on October 18, 2024

Thank you Pierre for an excellent introduction to Châteauneauf-du-Pape. We stumbled across this little shop in our first few minutes in town and we’re so glad we stopped in. A super informative tasting with a passionate host - and most importantly, great wines! What more could we ask for?!

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Charles Cavrot
Reviewed on August 28, 2024

Thank you to Pierre for all the explanations, the wines are excellent, I recommend them, they are organic, with a Côte du Rhône Fait du Vent at 10 € and the Château Neuf du Pape 2021 at 25 €. Do not hesitate to ask Pierre, I now know why the bottle is shaped. And marked either with the coat of arms of the castle or the miter and keys of the Pope... Enjoy tasting everyone...

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Chase Smi
Reviewed on July 8, 2024

Do not ignore these wines, they’re incredible. Emilie was so knowledgeable and friendly; we thoroughly enjoyed our tasting!

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Frequently Asked Questions about Famille Gonnet

Where is Famille Gonnet located?

Famille Gonnet is located in Châteauneuf du Pape, France

What type of wines does Famille Gonnet produce?

Famille Gonnet produces Red Wine, White Wine, Rose Wine.

What grape varieties do they plant at Famille Gonnet?

At Famille Gonnet, they cultivate Grenache, Syrah, Mourvedre, Cinsault, Counoise, Clairette, Roussanne, Bourboulenc,.

What languages do they speak at the Famille Gonnet?

At Famille Gonnet they speak English, French.

Do they produce organic wines at Famille Gonnet?

Yes, Famille Gonnet is an organic wine producer.