Domaine le Novi

Languedoc reds and rosé from old vines, rated by major critics.

Domaine le Novi sits in Languedoc, the sprawling southern French region where Mediterranean warmth and limestone soils coax ripe, structured wines from old-vine parcels. The estate works with the classic Languedoc palette: Grenache, Carignan, Syrah, and Mourvèdre—varieties that thrive in this climate and anchor the winery's core releases. Les Soucas Vieilles Vignes Rouge, a blend of Grenache, Carignan, and Syrah from aged vines, has drawn recognition from Wine Enthusiast, Wine Advocate, and Decanter. Terre de Safres Rouge, built on Mourvèdre, Syrah, and Grenache, follows a similar critical path. The rosé, Côté Levant, adds Vermentino and Cinsault to the Syrah-Grenache base, capturing the freshness and minerality that define quality pink wine from the Midi. These wines reflect Languedoc's shift toward precision and balance—moving beyond bulk production toward terroir-driven expression. The region's long harvest season and diurnal temperature swings allow phenolic ripeness without excess alcohol, a hallmark of modern Languedoc craft.