Clos de Paulilles - Banyuls Grand Cru

Clos de Paulilles crafts one of Banyuls' most distinguished sweet wines, drawing on generations of winemaking tradition in the Languedoc-Roussillon region of southern France. Nestled in the foothills of the Pyrenees, this storied estate produces fortified wines of remarkable depth and complexity using Grenache and Grenache Blanc grapes—varieties ideally suited to the sun-drenched, schist-rich terroir.

This Grand Cru expression represents the pinnacle of the Banyuls appellation, delivering a full-bodied sweet wine with an alcohol content of 16%. The combination of ripe red fruit character and natural sweetness creates a wine of considerable intensity and warmth, perfect for contemplative moments or as an elegant conclusion to a meal. The winemaking philosophy emphasizes the purity of fruit and the unique mineral signature of the coastal vineyard sites.

Serve Clos de Paulilles with blue cheese, dark chocolate, caramel desserts, or a selection of nuts to fully appreciate its complexity. The wine's natural richness also pairs beautifully with berry-based dishes and fresh fruit preparations, making it an exceptional choice for refined entertaining aboard yachts, in mountain chalets, or at fine dining tables.