Family estate in Chateauneuf-du-Pape
Discover the story of Domaine des 3 Cellier, independent and organic winegrowers in the heart of Rhône Valley.
Eleven generations of winegrowers in Chateauneuf-du-Pape.
In the heart of Châteauneuf-du-Pape, Domaine des 3 Cellier carries on a long family story, passed down for eleven generations.
The vineyard traces its origin to the Boiron family, whose heritage was passed down by the paternal grandmother. And for three generations, the Cellier family has continued this adventure, cultivating those iconic vineyards with the same rigour and the same respect for the terroir.
Over the years, the estate has grown around a simple conviction: great wines are born from a deep bond between a family, a land, and time.
A vineyard in the heart of great terroirs
Domaine des 3 Cellier now spreads over 21 hectares (52 acres) in the southern Rhône Valley.
The heart of the estate is located in Chateauneuf-du-Pape, where 13 hectares (32 acres) of vines flourish on the famous terraces of rolled pebbles and ancient soils shaped by the Rhône river.
The vineyard also includes:
- 2 hectares (5 acres) in Lirac
- 3 hectares (7.5 acres) in Cotes-du-Rhône
- 3 hectares (7.5 acres) in Vin de France
This diversity of terroirs expresses different facets of the southern Rhône area, while keeping a common signature: deep, balanced and genuine wines.
A committed organic winegrowing
Convinced that a wine's balance begins in the vineyard, Domaine des 3 Cellier farms its entire vineyard organically for all of its organic wines: Chateauneuf-du-Pape, Lirac, Cotes-du-Rhône and Vin de France.
The certification obtained in 2016 crowns several years of patient work respecting the soil, biodiversity and the natural rhythm of the vine.
This rigourous approach preserves the vitality of the terroirs and faithfully expresses the uniqueness of each vintage.
Precision winemaking
In the winery, each cuvee is handled with special care to preserve the fruit’s character and the identity of each terroir. The Grenache, Syrah, Mourvèdre, Counoise, Terret Noir, Clairette rose, and Roussanne grape varietals are vinified separately.
Chateauneuf-du-Pape wines benefit from long macerations, which enables a gradual and elegant extraction of tannins and results in great aromatic complexity.
For the estate's other cuvees, the winemaking is deliberately shorter, favouring freshness, balance and easy drinking pleasure.
This approach blends tradition and modernity with a single aim: to reveal the truest expression of the grapes and the vintage.
The terroirs of Chateauneuf-du-Pape
The richness of the estate's wines largely relies on the diversity of soils that make up the Chateauneuf-du-Pape vineyard. Shaped by the Rhône river over millennia, these terroirs offer an exceptional geological mosaic.
The rolled pebbles
A symbol of the appellation, the rolled pebbles store the sun's heat and release it at night. They give rise to age-worthy wines, powerful with complex aromas.
The sandy soils
Lighter and well-drained, the sandy soils bring finesse and elegance. The wines they produce often stand out for their aromatic delicacy and silky texture.
The red clays
Clay soils contribute to the structure and ageing potential of the wines. They help the vine better withstand periods of drought and produce cuvées with fine ageing potential.
The spirit of the 3 Cellier
At Domaine des 3 Cellier, every wine reflects patient work and a family heritage.
From vine to cellar, every gesture aims to support nature with precision and humility, to reveal wines true to their origin.
Wines that tell a story: that of a terroir, a vintage, and several generations of winegrowers.
Frequently asked questions
L'histoire du domaine remonte à onze générations de vignerons à Châteauneuf-du-Pape. Le nom Cellier est présent depuis trois générations, l'exploitation familiale provenant à l'origine de la famille Boiron (grand-mère paternelle).
Le Domaine des 3 Cellier cultive environ 21 hectares de vignes répartis sur une quarantaine de parcelles : 13 hectares en Châteauneuf-du-Pape, 2 hectares en Lirac, 3 hectares en Côtes-du-Rhône et 3 hectares en Vin de France.
Les vignes sont implantées sur plusieurs terroirs emblématiques de Châteauneuf-du-Pape : galets roulés sur argiles rouges, sables, grès rouges et éclats calcaires. Cette diversité permet de produire des vins aux profils complémentaires.
Le domaine cultive les principaux cépages historiques de Châteauneuf-du-Pape : Grenache, Mourvèdre, Syrah, Counoise, Vaccarèse, Terret Noir, Clairette et plusieurs autres cépages autorisés par l'appellation.
Oui. Le domaine est certifié Agriculture Biologique depuis 2016. Les pratiques culturales privilégient le respect des sols, de la biodiversité et de l'environnement.
Chaque cépage est vinifié séparément afin de préserver l'identité variétale. Les vinifications associent méthodes traditionnelles et équipements modernes afin d'obtenir des vins équilibrés, expressifs et fidèles à leur origine.
Le domaine est aujourd'hui exploité par les trois frères Ludovic, Julien et Benoit Cellier, qui perpétuent le savoir-faire familial tout en développant les activités viticoles, commerciales et œnotouristiques.
Oui. Le Domaine des 3 Cellier propose plusieurs formules de visites et dégustations permettant de découvrir les vignes, la cave et les vins du domaine.