A day in life of … Lilian Bérillon

At Clos de Caille, preserving our natural heritage is at the heart of our mission. The Mariotti family and our artisan winemakers are dedicated every day to crafting gourmet wines that embody the unique character of our terroir. This commitment is rooted in a blend of tradition and innovation, guided by the expertise of our oenologist, Matthieu Cosse.

AT THE HEART OF CLOS DE CAILLE, THE ART OF CULTIVATING EXCELLENCE

Our vineyard, managed with meticulous care, follows massal selection practices in collaboration with world-renowned nurseryman Lilian Bérillon.

Unlike cloning, this technique enhances the genetic diversity of our vineyard and maintains the authenticity of our grape varieties by selecting the highest quality, most resilient vines.

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HERITAGE & COMMITMENT TO CRAFTING WINES OF DISTINCTION

Since our first vintage, our estate has championed a more sustainable approach to viticulture. Through thoughtful practices and organic certification, we actively manage our impact on biodiversity, cultivating our vines without synthetic chemicals. From pruning to harvest, our low-intervention methods are designed to maintain the natural balance of our land and reinvigorate its microbial life.

Our dedication to environmental stewardship, our passion for the craft, and the legacy we protect all come together to shape the identity of our wines—whether red, rosé, or white.

« Viticulture at Clos de Caille is a matter of passion and precision, where every detail is considered with the utmost care. »

MASSAL SELECTION: A GUARANTEE OF CHARACTER AND LONGEVITY

We are dedicated to promoting sustainable viticulture that respects the plant. Because a great wine is born in the vineyard—the winemaking process merely reveals its potential—we have chosen to invest in the future by safeguarding the genetic diversity of our vines. 

Massal selection involves choosing the finest vine plants from our best parcels, gradually crafting a distinct “House Vineyard.” These exceptional plants embody the unique soils of Clos de Caille, allowing us to sustain the production of wines with a rich array of flavors and aromas that truly reflect our terroir.

« Together with Lilian Bérillon, we are building a vineyard that will age gracefully and consistently deliver wines of the utmost elegance. » – Mathieu Mariotti.

DISCOVER OUR CUVÉES

 

By preserving the identity of each parcel, we achieve wines that are perfectly balanced and complex, in harmony with nature. This dedication produces “Haute Couture” vintages, marked by unique character and a freshness that echoes the microclimate of our 200-meter elevation.

All our wines are a tribute to our terroir, a promise of authenticity for all enthusiasts of great wines, turning each of them into a sumptuous source of refinement and emotion.     

AWARE THAT NATURE PROVIDES US WITH THE MOST BEAUTIFUL MASTERPIECE, WE DEDICATE OUR EXPERTISE TO ENHANCING ITS SPLENDOR.

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Lilian Bérillon, an iconic figure and pioneer of a new model for vine nurseries, is deeply committed to preserving terroir and ecology.

Lilian Bérillon

As the son and grandson of nurserymen from Vaucluse, Bérillon became acutely aware of the vineyard’s health challenges and the impact of climate change early on. In 2007, he founded an environmentally conscious nursery model, driven by one guiding principle: the quality of the plant.

How did the collaboration with the Clos de Caille team come about?

It was Sophie Morgaut, founder of the PR agency Force4, who introduced us in 2022. The collaboration began with our first vintage, and every indicator is already positive. The Mariotti family understands the importance of flawless plant stock to ensure wine quality. Planting a vineyard, much like their primary field in real estate, requires solid foundations for lasting success. And the foundation of a vineyard is its root system.

What were the first steps of your collaboration?

In our initial meetings, we quickly sensed the unique potential of these terroirs, waiting to express themselves. I believe that terroir can truly reveal itself only through vine plants rich in genetic diversity—plants designed to thrive for generations. Unlike clones or lab-engineered resistant varieties, the genetic diversity we cultivate at Bérillon is the hallmark of plants that empower terroir expression. For over 20 years, we’ve scouted exceptional vineyards, seeking out century-old vines. These are carefully observed for three years, preserved, then propagated for vineyards like Clos de Caille that are dedicated to “the taste of wine.”

In your view, what makes our estate unique?

Many winemakers aim to create exceptional wines, but few fully commit to the steps necessary to achieve this. At Clos de Caille, it’s a different story. Everything is in place to let the terroirs speak, so we allow time to do its work.
Let yourself be amazed by this jewel of Provence…

 

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GRAND TASTING PARIS by Bettane+Desseauve

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Join us in Paris for the Grand Tasting on Friday, November 29, and Saturday, November 30.
Carrousel du Louvre, Paris, from 10:15 am to 8:00 pm.

Find us at Table 223.

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