Château d'Esclans

TheChâteau d’Esclans estateis an exceptional site dating back to Gallic times. It served as a vantage point overlooking the Gulf of Fréjus to warn of maritime invasions. Thecellars of Château d’Esclansare very old! The current foundations date back to 1201, and the present-day château was built starting in the mid-19th century, drawing inspiration from the architecture of Tuscan villas. Before becoming the property of Sacha Lichine, Château d’Esclans had many owners. It first belonged to the Ranque brothers, then to Joseph Toussaint Caussemille in 1875. Before passing into the hands of Sacha Lichine, it belonged to the Perraud family from 1955 to 1944.

Today, the world’s finest rosés are produced at this estate. Although it was all the rage in 2006, production volumes of rosé wine remained very low. Furthermore, consumption was primarily limited to France. Since Sacha Lichine’s arrival in Provence,Esclans rosé winehas enjoyed worldwide renown. This native of Bordeaux is considered the pioneer of premium rosé wines!

For a very long time, Sacha Lichine searched for a vineyard in the south where he could truly express himself, before finally finding what he was looking for in Provence. During his many travels, particularly in England, he noticed that many women enjoyed rosé champagne. That’s when he came up with the idea of creating a unique rosé wine.

Located in a stunning setting in the Var region,Château d'Esclanshas been owned since 2006 by Sacha Lichine—a Bordeaux wine merchant and former owner of Château Prieuré Lichine until 1999. 

With its 44 hectares of hillside vineyards,Château d'Esclanshas become a must-visit destination in the region. It is particularly renowned for its old Grenache vines, which make up the majority of the vineyard.

Château d’Esclans is located in the heart of Provence. As a result, the Grenache grapes are fresher and the Cinsault grapes are much fruitier. This estate boasts excellent vineyards that produce a more refined wine than the typically tart Tavel wines. Sacha Lichine also employs modern winemaking techniques to preserve the quality of his exceptional rosé. In this way, he protects his wines from oxidation and cold temperatures and controls fermentation temperatures. He is also supported by his consulting oenologist, Patrick Léon, who ensures the wine’s pale color.

The Garrus cuvée is made from grapes grown on 90-year-old vines. As a result, the grapes have a higher concentration of aromas. Selected from the estate’s finest plots, the berries are harvested between sunrise and noon. Furthermore, Garrus wines undergo no fermentation other than alcoholic fermentation in demi-muids. Garrus is a great wine that requires a great deal of work: winemaking, bâtonnage during aging, a bottle designed specifically for each vintage, and more.

We also appreciate the rich aromas and full-bodied flavor of the Les Clans vintage. This wine pairs perfectly with the most refined dishes.

Sacha Lichine produces one of the world’s finest rosés and unique vintages that are highly sought after by top restaurants and hotels. Each of the wine ranges is distinctive and contributes to the reputation ofChâteau d’Esclans rosé.