Le Clos des Grillons

Nicolas Renaud is the story of a career change. Initially a history teacher, his passion for Living wine led him to make a radical career change in 2006. He took over some vineyards in Rochefort-du-Gard and thus began his adventure in the world of natural wine. His transition to viticulture was greatly influenced by tasting the wines of Eric Pfifferling of Domaine de l'Anglore , which had a profound impact on him and pushed him to leave his teaching job to fully commit to the wine industry.
To hone his skills, Nicolas Renaud began an apprenticeship at Domaine de la Vieille Julienne, located near Orange, where he gained in-depth knowledge of vineyard management and exemplary viticultural practices. With this experience, he quickly established Clos des Grillons in 2006 , starting with a small plot of vines. Over time, his estate flourished, developing into a beautiful estate made up of multiple plots of vines, all carefully cultivated using organic and biodynamic farming methods.
The Clos des Grillons cellar, although modest in size, is a testament to meticulous work and a constant quest for quality. Nicolas Renaud, a perfectionist, pays particular attention to detail, ensuring that his wines meet his high standards. His natural wines are characterized by their indulgence, floral character, and freshness. Despite their unadorned nature, these wines are renowned for their exceptional quality, embodying a bridge between natural wines and a more traditional approach. wine.
His estate, Clos des Grillons, located in Rochefort-du-Gard near Avignon, is renowned for its delicacy and its importance in the world of natural wine. Nicolas works on 18 hectares of vineyards, using mainly traditional grape varieties of the region, while having the chance to work with century-old vines, which adds an exciting dimension to his work. The wines produced at Clos des Grillons are clean, precise, colorful, and contain little added sulfur, making them authentic and vibrant. This atypical winemaker has followed his passion and become a true reference in the field of natural wine.