Choosing Your Wedding Wine: The Château des Coccinelles Guide and Accompaniment
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Is your wedding approaching and you're looking for the perfect wines to accompany this special day? Between the stress of organizing, choosing the menu, and the pressure to satisfy all your guests, selecting the right wines can seem complex. At Château des Coccinelles, we understand these concerns. With nearly 50 years of experience in organic viticulture and our expertise in wedding planning, we're not just a wine producer, but your true partner in ensuring the success of your reception.
The Key Question: How Much Wine to Pack for a Wedding?
The first concern of brides and grooms is quantity. Here are our tried-and-true recommendations, based on years of experience:
For the reception / cocktail:
- 1 bottle of rosé or white wine for 4-5 people
- Average duration: 1h30 to 2h
- Choose fresh, light wines
For the sit-down meal:
- 1 bottle of red wine for 3 people (main course)
- 1 bottle of white wine for 4 people (starter, fish)
- 1 bottle of rosé for 4-5 people (summer, aperitifs)
For the champagne/sparkling wine:
- 1 bottle for 5-6 people (toast, dessert)
- 1 bottle for 8-10 people if reserved only for toast
Simplified Calculator for your Wedding
| Number of guests | Reception | White meal | Red meal | Champagne toast |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 50 people | 10-12 bottles | 12-13 bottles | 16-17 bottles | 5-6 bottles |
| 80 people | 16-20 bottles | 20 bottles | 26-27 bottles | 8-10 bottles |
| 100 people | 20-25 bottles | 25 bottles | 33-35 bottles | 10-12 bottles |
These quantities are given as an indication and can be adjusted according to your guests and the duration of your reception.
A Wine for Every Moment: Our Recommendations from Château des Coccinelles
For the Wine of Honor: Freshness and Conviviality
The reception wine sets the tone for your reception. It should be unifying, easy to drink, and refreshing for all your guests.
Our suggestion: The Rosé from Château des Coccinelles
Our Côtes du Rhône rosé perfectly embodies the festive spirit of a wedding. Made from Grenache and Syrah grapes grown organically since 1978, it reveals delicate aromas of fresh red fruits and citrus. Its pale salmon color and freshness on the palate make it the ideal companion to kick off your festivities in a friendly atmosphere. Served at 8-10°C, it will delight both connoisseurs and novices.
To Accompany the Meal: Perfect Harmony with Your Menu
With the Entrance: Elegance and Finesse
To accompany fish, seafood or light starters:
Our Côtes du Rhône White from Château des Coccinelles brings the vitality needed for your meal's first courses. Made from a blend of Grenache Blanc and Viognier, this organic wine expresses floral notes of acacia and white fruits. Its natural freshness and minerality will enhance your refined starters without masking the delicate flavors of your main course.
With the Main Course: Power and Harmony
To accompany red meats, roast poultry or dishes in sauce:
Our AOC "Signargues" Red embodies the excellence of our expertise. This exceptional vintage, recently awarded a medal at the 2024 Organic Vintage Challenge, reveals all the character of our Côtes du Rhône Villages terroir. The traditional blend of Grenache, Syrah, and Mourvèdre offers an elegant structure with silky tannins. Its complex aromas of black fruits, sweet spices, and garrigue will perfectly complement the characterful dishes on your wedding menu.
For Cheese and Dessert
For cheese pairings, our Signargues red pairs perfectly with strong cheeses, while our white delicately complements goat cheeses. For dessert, we recommend a champagne or sparkling wine, creating a festive moment during the wedding cake.
The Château des Coccinelles "Wedding" Offer: More than a Wine, a Service
Personalized Tasting at the Estate
Because every wedding is unique, we invite you to come and discover our wines in the exceptional setting of our estate located between Avignon and Uzès. This free tasting will allow you to:
- Taste our entire organic range
- Validate your choices based on your specific menu
- Receive personalized advice from our oenologists
- Discover the history and passion of our winemaking family
This experience helps you make a choice with complete peace of mind, free from commercial pressure.
Make an appointment for a tasting →
Decreasing Rates and Tailor-Made Offers
Aware that the wedding budget represents a significant investment, we offer:
- Preferential rates for wedding orders (from 60 bottles)
- Decreasing discounts according to quantities ordered
- Adapted payment conditions (possibility of staggering)
- Personalized advice to optimize your budget according to your priorities
Each quote is tailor-made, based on your specific needs and budget.
Request your personalized quote →
Additional Services
Delivery to your reception venue: We organize the delivery of your wines directly to your wedding venue within a 50 km radius around Domazan or throughout the Ile de France.
Service advice: Our experts give you all the keys to optimal service: serving temperatures, order of tasting, opening in advance.
Spare bottles: We can provide a few extra bottles on deposit to avoid any shortages on the day.
Our Wedding Testimonials
"We chose Château des Coccinelles for our wedding of 120 guests. The tasting at the estate convinced us, and on the big day, all our guests loved the rosé wine of honor. The Signargues red with our piece of beef was perfect. A big thank you for your advice!" - Sarah & Thomas, married in June 2024
"The team at Château des Coccinelles reassured us about our choices. Their organic wines delighted even our most demanding guests. The delivery went perfectly." - Marie & Pierre, married in September 2024
Wedding Wine Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
When should you order wine for your wedding? We recommend placing your order two to three months before your wedding. This ensures the availability of your chosen wines and allows for smooth logistics planning.
Should you include red wine at the reception? Generally, no. The reception emphasizes freshness and conviviality. Rosés and whites are more suitable. However, in winter or for guests who enjoy red wine, you may want to include a few bottles.
How should you store your wine before the big day? Store your bottles in a cool place (12-15°C), away from light and vibrations. Avoid temperature fluctuations. We can advise you on optimal storage.
Do you offer delivery to the recipient's location? Yes, we deliver within a 50 km radius of Domazan or throughout the Ile-de-France region. Beyond that, we consider each request on a case-by-case basis.
Are your wines truly organic? Absolutely! Château des Coccinelles has been certified organic since 1978. We are one of the French pioneers of organic viticulture. All our wines bear the AB logo.
Can the labels be personalized? We consider customization requests on a case-by-case basis for large orders. Please feel free to discuss this with us during your visit.
What happens if we order too much wine? We accept returns of unopened bottles within 30 days of your wedding, subject to certain conditions to be agreed upon together.
Your Wedding Deserves the Excellence of the Château des Coccinelles
Choosing your wedding wines at Château des Coccinelles means opting for the peace of mind of personalized support and the assurance of exceptional wines derived from nearly 50 years of expertise in organic viticulture. From tasting at the estate to serving on the big day, we put our passion and expertise at the service of your happiness.
Contact us for your Wedding Project
Your big day deserves perfection. Let's team up to make it so.