Domaine Larroudé

Domaine Larroudé: A Legacy of Quality Winemaking

The Estoueigt Family has a rich history in winemaking that spans generations. Since the 1980s, Julien has led Domaine Larroudé, with his son Jeremy joining the family business in recent years. The estate has been in the family since 1889, but it was Julien and his wife Christine who shifted the focus from quantity to quality. They replanted the vineyards and renovated the cellar, resulting in award-winning wines that have garnered respect from fellow winemakers and contributed to the resurgence of quality in the Jurançon appellation.

Unique Terroir and Winemaking Practices

Domaine Larroudé spans 43 hectares, with seven hectares dedicated to vineyards. The clay-silica soil, facing the Pyrenees, enhances the maturation of the vines, leading to fruit-forward wines with balanced acidity. The vineyards benefit from the “foehn,” a warm wind from Spain, which adds to the wines' smooth character. Since becoming fully organic in 2014, Domaine Larroudé has embraced traditional winemaking methods, ensuring a genuine expression of the terroir.

Distinct Grape Varieties at Domaine Larroudé

Domaine Larroudé specializes in unique grape varieties. For white wines, they cultivate Petit and Gros Manseng, along with the rare Camaralet. For red and rosé wines, Tannat is a key variety, known for its presence in the Pyrenees and popularity in Uruguay. Additionally, they grow Marselan, a hybrid of Cabernet Sauvignon and Grenache, as well as Manseng Noir, showcasing the diversity of the region's viticulture.