Our history

The articles of association of our Cave Coopérative were signed in 1954 by 15 founding members. These pioneers, driven by a shared vision, laid the foundations for a collective adventure that continues to this day. At the time, the objective was simple: to join forces to produce quality wine while respecting our values of solidarity and sharing. The journey since the Cave was founded has not been an easy one, but thanks to the commitment of successive generations, our cooperative has been able to develop and modernise while preserving its original spirit.

Initially, investment in production tools was limited. It was only in 1960, after several years of work and preparation, that our cooperative was able to take a decisive step: the purchase of modern presses. This made it possible to transform the harvested grapes into wine more efficiently and more precisely, a crucial step in ensuring the quality of our products. Thanks to this investment, we were able to carry out our first harvest under improved technical conditions, marking the start of a long series of harvests.

But the story of our Cave doesn't end there. We realised that we needed to continue investing in modern equipment to meet the growing demands of the market, as well as the expectations of our members and consumers. Wine production has evolved, both in terms of growing techniques and winemaking methods. To remain competitive and guarantee the quality of our wine, we have regularly reinvested in our work tools. Each new generation of winegrowers has brought its own innovations and modernisation, contributing to the growth of the cooperative.

Today, we have around 170 active members, each of whom contributes his or her expertise, commitment and love of the trade. These winegrowers cultivate around 120 hectares of vines, an area of exceptional richness and diversity. Each hectare is cultivated with care, respecting winegrowing traditions while incorporating modern practices that best protect the environment and biodiversity through integrated viticulture. The know-how of our members is passed down from generation to generation, and this collective expertise is a guarantee of the quality and authenticity of our products.

Our own estate, which accounts for a significant proportion of the cooperative's production, covers just over 2.5 hectares. This estate is the heart of our business, a place where each plot is carefully cultivated to produce grapes of the highest possible quality. On these 2.5 hectares, we are experimenting with innovative viticultural practices, particularly in terms of soil management, reducing the use of chemicals and conserving water resources. These initiatives, which are part of a sustainable viticulture approach, aim to guarantee not only the quality of our wines, but also their respect for the environment.

In a constantly changing wine sector, our cooperative is constantly adapting. Climate change, new production standards and changing consumer tastes and expectations are just some of the challenges we face with enthusiasm and determination. At every stage in our history, we have reinvented ourselves to continue producing wines that meet our commitments to quality, transparency and ethics.

Our Cave Coopérative is also distinguished by the solidarity that unites its members. As cooperative winegrowers, we share not only the fruits of our labour, but also the investments, risks and profits. This solidarity enables us to remain united in the face of market challenges and to guarantee each of our members a stable income, while maintaining a high level of production quality. What's more, it encourages a constant exchange of ideas and know-how, which helps us to constantly evolve our winegrowing practices.

In the coming years, our cooperative intends to continue this drive for modernisation and innovation, while remaining true to its founding values. Our objective is clear: to continue to produce quality wines that respect our terroir and meet the demands of modern consumers. To achieve this, we will be stepping up our strategy of investing in new technologies and new growing methods, and further developing our estate while incorporating even more sustainable, environmentally-friendly practices.
In conclusion, since its creation in 1954, our Cave Coopérative has continued to evolve, driven by the initiative of its founding members and the solidarity of successive generations. Today, thanks to the commitment of our 170 members, we can look to the future with optimism. We are pursuing our objective of producing exceptional wines, while respecting our values of solidarity, quality and respect for the environment. We've come a long way, but the best is yet to come.