Excellence Rewarded
An Organic Chardonnay with Character, Award Winner
Among the rare award-winning white wines that combine sensory excellence, organic commitment, and vegan ethics, the organic and vegan Chardonnay from Château des Coccinelles holds a special place. Awarded a Silver Medal at the Concours Général Agricole de Paris —the most demanding wine competition in France, judged blind—this fresh IGP Pays d'Oc white wine is the expression of a Rhône Valley terroir cultivated without compromise since 1978. A pioneer in organic farming , the estate goes even further: no animal products are used in the winemaking process, guaranteeing a vegan white wine from vine to bottle. A rare consistency, driven by a passion that has remained undiminished for nearly five decades.
Organic Farming
An exceptional terroir in the heart of Languedoc
The Château des Coccinelles vineyard is rooted in one of the region's finest soils: an ancient Rhône riverbed in Domazan, in the Gard department. This unique Rhône terroir combines a clay-limestone subsoil with a covering of rounded pebbles inherited from the river. These stones absorb solar heat during the day and gently release it to the vines at night, promoting a slow and precise ripening of the grapes—concentrating natural aromas and balance without forcing the process.
The Mediterranean climate plays a decisive role in the quality of this organic Chardonnay . The powerful Mistral wind naturally dries the plots, protects the grapes from humidity, and reduces the need for pesticides to an absolute minimum—a valuable advantage for the estate's organic viticulture practices. At 5,000 vines per hectare, the vines fully express the living character of a soil that has remained untreated for nearly fifty years.
Critical
Tasting Notes
The wine is a luminous pale gold , with golden highlights that hint at its ripeness. The nose, typically Chardonnay, is generous: ripe and enveloping aromas of melon and quince jelly unfold gently, enhanced by delicate white flower scents and subtle yeasty notes that testify to careful winemaking, respectful of the raw material.
On the palate, this award-winning white wine reveals its full depth. The attack is creamy and generous , supported by a substantial body that coats the palate without ever weighing it down. The buttery flavors characteristic of great Chardonnays unfold with elegance, leading to a warm and persistent finish of remarkable length. What is most striking is the integrity of the winemaking: no superfluous oak , no over-extraction—simply the fruit, the terroir, and the expertise. A solidly constructed , honest, and fully accomplished Chardonnay. Serve between 8 and 10°C for optimal expression.
Gastronomy
Food & Wine Pairings
The versatility of this organic, vegan, IGP Pays d'Oc Chardonnay makes it a remarkably adaptable companion at the table. As an aperitif , it is festive and refreshing: tapenades, fresh herb cheeses, hummus on toast, or vegan spring rolls are all natural partners.
Its vibrant, lemony character makes it a perfect match for fish —sole meunière, roasted sea bream, sea bass tartare with citrus—highlighting their delicate flavors without ever overpowering them. A welcome surprise: this award-winning, crisp white wine pairs remarkably well with Asian cuisine . From ginger vegetable stir-fry and lemongrass chickpea curry to crispy spring rolls or vegan sushi, the wine's natural acidity cuts through the umami and spicy flavors in a pairing that is both bold and perfectly natural.
Une Qualité Saluée au Plus Haut Niveau
Médaille d'Argent – Concours Général Agricole de Paris 2026
Millésime 2025 (En cours d'embouteillage)
La cuvée 2025 vient d'être récompensée pour son équilibre exceptionnel.
Nos récompenses, médailles et critiques
Note de dégustation 88 : Dégusté le 10/10/2025 : Romana Echensperger
Millésime 2024 : Jaune doré clair dans le verre, de type Chardonnay mûr, avec des arômes de melon, de gelée de coing, de fleurs blanches et de discrètes notes de levure. Crémeux en bouche, doté d’une matière généreuse, de saveurs beurrées et d’une finale chaleureuse. Élaboration soignée, sans boisé superficiel.
Concours des Grands Vins de France à Macon 2024 - Médaille d'Or
Millésime 2023
Guide Hachette - 1 étoile - Vin très réussi
Millésime 2022 - Non disponible - Victime de son succès
Un chardonnay très convaincant, épanoui jusque dans sa robe dorée, aux arômes de citron bien mûr et d'orange, qui s'entiche d'une touche de fruits secs et de pain d'épices dans un palais confortable, gras, chaleureux, tenu par des amers gastronomiques. Parfait avec une viande blanche en sauce.
Quand est-il conseillé de boire le Château Des Coccinelles Chardonnay 2022 blanc ?
Ce vin doit être dégusté de préférence entre 2023 - 2025.
Concours Général Agricole de Paris 2020 - Médaille Argent
Millésime 2019 - Non disponible - Victime de son succès
Pionnier du Vin Blanc Bio depuis 1978
Le Château des Coccinelles : 45 ans d'engagement pour un vin pur, respectueux de la terre et des hommes.