An 806
⏳ Drinking Window
2022 - 2026
🍽️ Food & Wine Pairings
Slow-cooked lamb shanks with rosemary, grilled ribeye steak with Mediterranean herbs, or hearty wild mushroom risotto.
✨ Technical Specifications
Gérard Bertrand's 'An 806' is a profound tribute to the ancient viticultural heritage of the Languedoc. The name commemorates the year 806, a historical milestone marking some of the earliest documented vineyard charters in the region during the Carolingian era, when monastic communities began cultivating vines in earnest. Crafted primarily from a classic Southern French blend of Syrah, Grenache, and Mourvèdre, this cuvée captures the wild, sun-drenched essence of the Corbières terroir. The vines thrive on stony, clay-limestone soils, buffeted by the dry Cers wind and surrounded by fragrant wild garrigue. Vinified with traditional maceration and partially aged in French oak barrels, the wine reveals intense aromas of ripe black fruits, sweet spices, licorice, and a distinct herbaceous undertone, reflecting the rugged beauty and deep-rooted history of its birthplace.
🍾 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.