Who makes it
In 1223, the Viscount of Narbonne granted the land to the de Treilles family, who adopted the name de Gléon. Château Haut Gléon now makes wines under a philosophy of tradition, passion and high standards, focused on freshness, liveliness, aromatic character and complexity.
Where it grows
The estate has seven natural springs. Northern exposure and the Berre River create a fairly cool microclimate. The vineyard relies on roots reaching seven to eight metres into the earth to seek moisture in an arid region.
What they make
The range includes wines under AOP Corbières and IGP Vallée du Paradis. Château Haut Gléon Rouge is the named AOP Corbières red, composed of 60% Grenache, 25% Syrah and 15% old vine Carignan.
Traditional vinification takes place in temperature-controlled stainless-steel vats. The red wine undergoes four weeks of maceration with gentle daily pump overs for soft extraction, then ages for 12 months in 228- and 300-litre French oak barrels.