Provence, France
Domaine de Trévallon
Where Cabernet meets Provence
Est. 1973
About the Estate
Domaine de Trévallon is a cult Provence estate that elevated Les Baux's reputation through uncompromising quality and a pioneering 50/50 Cabernet Sauvignon-Syrah blend. Founded in 1973 by Eloi Dürrbach on rocky limestone slopes of the Alpilles, the domaine refused to alter its iconic blend when AOC regulations limited Cabernet to 20%, sacrificing AOC status to honor their terroir-driven vision. The wines are age-worthy like great Bordeaux, combining Cabernet's spicy cinnamon notes with Syrah's Northern Rhône minerality.
Grape Varieties
Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah, Marsanne, Roussanne, Chardonnay
Heritage & Milestones
A journey through time, celebrating the moments that defined our legacy
Property Acquired
Éloi Dürrbach’s parents, Jacqueline and René, purchase the rundown Trévallon estate in Provence in 1950 using proceeds from an art commission, setting the stage for their son’s winemaking project
First Vines Planted
In 1973, 23-year-old Éloi Dürrbach plants Trévallon’s initial vineyards in the Alpilles, defying local norms by equally planting Cabernet Sauvignon and Syrah on the limestone slopes
Rebellion Against Appellation
When a 1993 appellation rule capped Cabernet at 20%, the Dürrbachs refuse to replant. Domaine de Trévallon exits the AOC (becoming Vin de Pays) to preserve its hallmark 50/50 Cab–Syrah blend, upholding integrity over status
Founder’s Farewell
Éloi Dürrbach, the visionary founder of Trévallon, dies in November 2021 at age 71. His children, Ostiane and Antoine, continue the family’s pioneering legacy at the iconic estate
Property Acquired
Éloi Dürrbach’s parents, Jacqueline and René, purchase the rundown Trévallon estate in Provence in 1950 using proceeds from an art commission, setting the stage for their son’s winemaking project
First Vines Planted
In 1973, 23-year-old Éloi Dürrbach plants Trévallon’s initial vineyards in the Alpilles, defying local norms by equally planting Cabernet Sauvignon and Syrah on the limestone slopes
Rebellion Against Appellation
When a 1993 appellation rule capped Cabernet at 20%, the Dürrbachs refuse to replant. Domaine de Trévallon exits the AOC (becoming Vin de Pays) to preserve its hallmark 50/50 Cab–Syrah blend, upholding integrity over status
Founder’s Farewell
Éloi Dürrbach, the visionary founder of Trévallon, dies in November 2021 at age 71. His children, Ostiane and Antoine, continue the family’s pioneering legacy at the iconic estate
Vineyard Location
Provence, France
Terroir
High-pH limestone soil on north-facing slopes of the Alpilles massif, preventing over-ripening. The cool aspect and disease-preventing Mistral winds enable natural winemaking. Rocky terrain planted with inspiration from 19th-century agronomist Dr. Jules Guyot's research showing pre-phylloxera Cabernet thrived here.
Available Wines
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