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Domaine de Fontbonau

Domaine de Fontbonau

About

Domaine de Fontbonau is a biodynamic winery located in Drôme provençale near Montbrison-sur-Lez, founded in 2008 by childhood friends Jérôme Malet and Frédéric Engerer. The domain produces wines from 50-year-old Grenache vines, Syrah, Roussanne, and Viognier at 350 meters altitude, surrounded by garrigue, olive groves, and lavender fields at the foot of the Lance massif. Beyond wine, the estate also produces olive oil, honey, and essential oils.

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Varietals

GrenacheSyrahRoussanneViognierCabernet Sauvignon

When to go

Monday8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Tuesday8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Wednesday8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Thursday8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Friday8:00 AM - 3:30 PM
SaturdayClosed
SundayClosed

Good to know

Domaine de Fontbonau focuses on Grenache, Syrah, Roussanne, Viognier, Cabernet Sauvignon. Signature bottles include Marius, Réserve, Terroir Mailloles, Abandon, Insouciant, Carbasse. When booking a tasting, ask which current release best represents the estate's style.
Domaine de Fontbonau is in Montbrison-sur-Lez, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, in the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes wine region. Phone: 04 75 04 00 24. Confirm hours before visiting. Winery schedules vary seasonally.
Domaine de Fontbonau was established in 2008, giving the estate 18 years to develop its wine program and farming practices.
The winemaking at Domaine de Fontbonau is led by Jérôme Malet, Frédéric Engerer, Léo Borsi. Visiting during special events or release weekends is often the best chance to meet the winemaking team and ask questions about specific vintages or techniques.
Monday: 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM | Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM | Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM | Thursday: 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM | Friday: 8:00 AM – 3:30 PM | Saturday: Closed | Sunday: Closed Hours may vary seasonally. Confirm by phone or on their website before visiting.

Location

Montbrison-sur-Lez, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, France

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