An 782
⏳ Drinking Window
2022 - 2026
🍽️ Food & Wine Pairings
Grilled red meats, slow-cooked lamb stews, and roasted Mediterranean vegetables.
✨ Technical Specifications
Gérard Bertrand's 'An 782' pays homage to the ancient winemaking heritage of the Languedoc, referencing the year 782 AD during the Carolingian era when the region's agricultural and viticultural foundations were being established. This cuvée is a classic expression of the Languedoc AOC, typically blending Syrah and Grenache grown on sun-drenched clay-limestone soils. The grapes are harvested at optimal ripeness and vinified using traditional methods, with a portion of the blend aged in French oak barrels to soften the tannins and add complexity. The resulting wine is rich and expressive, characterized by ripe dark fruit aromas, notes of wild Mediterranean scrubland (garrigue), and a touch of sweet spice, embodying the rugged elegance of the South of France.
🍾 About the Producer
Established in 1992 by former French international rugby player Gérard Bertrand following the legacy of his father Georges at Domaine de Villemajou, the estate has emerged as an undisputed pioneer of fine wine in the Languedoc. Headquartered at the coastal Château l'Hospitalet within the limestone massif of La Clape, Bertrand orchestrates over 900 hectares of vineyard land across premium terroirs spanning Corbières, Minervois-La-Livinière, Terrasses du Larzac, and Limoux. The enterprise represents the world’s largest producer of Demeter-certified biodynamic wines, guided by regenerative viticulture, lunar cycles, and chemical-free soil stewardship. Cellar craftsmanship combines precise temperature control, indigenous ferments, and tailored French oak maturation to articulate South of France typicity. Benchmark releases range from iconic single-vineyard crus such as Clos d'Ora, Clos du Temple, and Cigalus to vibrant, terroir-driven white and red bottlings, alongside celebrated Mediterranean cuvées like Côte des Roses.