Domaine de Font-Sane

In the heart of the Gigondas region of the Rhone Valley lies the Domaine de Font-Sane. Established in 1860, the estate is currently run by Véronique Cunty-Peysson, her husband, Bernard, and their son, Romain, who recently arrived on the estate after receiving his Master’s in International Wine Business.

The domaine is about 16 hectares (39 acres) divided into Red/Rosé Gigondas, Red/Rosé Ventoux, and Vin de France. From the domaine itself, you can see the majestic rock faces of the Dentelles de Montmirail and the little village of Gigondas.

The name of the domaine comes from the name of one of the terraces, Fontsaine, which means “healthy fountain.”

Domaine de Font-Sane has opted for a sustainable culture. Fertilization is done every year by adding organic compost. These natural products help maintain the humus levels and promote good exchanges between the soil and the plant, and quality is always preferred over quantity. 

In order to better take into account the environment, they are considering conversion to organic farming within the next few years.