Discover Chêne Bleu, one of my most treasured Rhône Valley finds and a domaine I’ve loved for over a decade. From the moment I first encountered its iconic blue oak label—designed by British artist Jane Randfield—to my visits to the winery and cellar, this estate has continued to impress me as a true hidden gem. Perched high in the Dentelles de Montmirail at 1,600 feet, with over 300 days of sunshine and the cooling influence of the Mistral, Chêne Bleu achieves remarkable balance, freshness, and depth. Revived with passion and precision by Xavier and Nicole, this once-forgotten site has become a benchmark for world-class winemaking in AOP Vaucluse, delivering wines of exceptional elegance and character—crafted with patience, integrity, and a deep respect for the land.
~ Perrine
"French wine critic Michel Bettane called the first vintages in 2006 ‘the birth of a new Grand Cru’. And in the 17 years since Chêne Bleu sold its first Abélard and Héloïse cuvées, praise includes The Wall Street Journal suggesting the vineyard could be home to ‘the world’s first Super-Rhône’."
