DOMAINE ARQUIRIS

Who are we

Located in the plain of Roussillon, the Domaine Arquiris covers 5 hectares, just a stone's throw away from the sea and at the foot of the Canigou mountain. It is based on more than 20 years of biodynamic viticulture, which Myriam have implemented to respect the environment and the biodiversity so essential to the development of healthy grapes. In 2021, the estate produced its first Demeter-certified vintages with Zoé and Ferdin, who are in charge of the vinification and the commercialisation of the bottles. This entirely biodynamic viticulture is the result of having confidence in what nature produces without systematic human intervention. As no plowing is conducted, the soils are naturally covered with weed the entire year. Thus, one can “read” the soils’ needs, and consequently treatments are applied based on a case-by-case decision. We only use biodynamic preparations (herbal teas, decoctions, horn dung, etc., all Demeter controlled and certified) that are homemade and locally produced in association with other winemakers. It is our goal to actively foster interactions between plants, soils and micro-organisms within the vineyard: the basis for healthy grapes out of which we can craft lively biodynamic wines. In the cellar, we accompany our grapes as they transform into wine without using interventionist practices. Fermentations rely on indigenous yeasts, and are spontaneous whenever possible, always without intrants. The natural development of the wine allows a rich and characteristic expression of the terroir, the grape varieties and the vintage. By adapting daily to changes in our environment and its influence on the vines, grapes, and fermentations, we ensure the protection of our region's biodiversity to offer wines that are, year after year, authentic and full of life.