The history of Clos Saint-Vincent
Owned by the Sicardi and Sergi family
The property ofClos Saint-VincentIt has belonged to the Sicardi and Sergi families since spring 1993. It is located in the micro-appellation ofBelletLocated in the hills above Nice, this estate benefits from an exceptional geographical location, enjoying the sea breeze and the fresh winds of the Southern Prealps. They took over this estate, which dated back to the 1950s and had fallen into disrepair. The terrain is challenging, the vines are old, but Gio Sergi works tirelessly to showcase this superb terroir. He applies Burgundian methods and converts the vineyard to organic and biodynamic farming. His efforts are paying off today, as the estate's wines are recognized as true gems of the breathtaking vineyards ofBellet.
On the lands of Bellet
A little-known vineyard of high quality
Located in the hills above Nice, the vineyard ofClos Saint-VincentIt covers 6 hectares. The vines are planted on terraces on the hillside. The estate practices entirely thebiodynamicssince 2007. For theClos Saint-Vincent,This practice aims to fully express the terroir – and especially its freshness – through their wines. Following a lunar calendar, composted manure, as well as plant-based preparations (nettle teas), are applied to the vines. At the estate, no pesticides are used, allowing for the production of authentic wines that fully reflect the terroir ofBellet.
The wines of Clos Saint-Vincent
From earth to glass
In total, 5 wines are produced by theClos Saint-Vincent.The estate's red wines are produced from Folle Noire and Grenache grapes. Rolle is used in the white wines, and Braquet is used to make the rosé wines.
THEClos RougeThis is the estate's red wine, made from vines planted in soil composed of pebbles mixed with very light sand. The harvest at the estate is unique in that it is done entirely by hand, with the grapes picked at full maturity. The wines are aged in French oak barrels and vats, and bottling takes place 12 to 16 months later.
THEClos RoséThis wine is produced from 100% Braquet grapes. It is vinified in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks. After settling, fermentation takes place at a low temperature (18°C), resulting in a very floral, elegant, and harmonious nose. Eight months later, the wine is bottled and lightly filtered.
The White EnclosureProduced from 100% Rolle grapes, carefully aged in oak, this wine has a slender, fresh finish.
