Domaine Richeaume

Domaine Richeaume was taken over in 1972 by Henning Hoesch, who began cultivating his first organic plots on three hectares of land at a time when “organic” and “ecological” certifications were still unknown. Over the years, he created large terraced plots on the most promising terroirs, which today produce the grapes for the estate’s finest wines.

Just as enthusiastic as his father, Sylvain Hoesch joined Domaine Richeaume in 2001 after studying oenology in Marseille and gaining solid experience at renowned estates in Australia and California. Today, he manages the estate and vineyard with the same rigor and commitment to quality as his father, while also demonstrating great character and a strong determination.

Thanks to the microclimate, the unique soils, and organic farming, Domaine Richeaume creates true terroir wines. Furthermore, the choice of grape varieties underscores this commitment: from the very beginning, Bordeaux Cabernet Sauvignon and Rhône Syrah have thrived under the Provençal sun. Alongside them, local vines—some as old as 60 years—such as Grenache, Cinsault, and Carignan are preserved and cultivated. As for the whites, the Clairette plantings from the 1950s have been supplemented by Sauvignon Blanc and Viognier. Only this freedom from appellation regulations allows for the creation of “personal” wines with strong character.