Les Clos Perdus

Founded in 2003, Les Clos Perdus is a small winery located in the village of Peyriac-de-Mer in the Corbières. The name ‘Les Clos Perdus’ reflects the discovery of isolated old vine parcels ‘lost’ in the Haute Corbières and Vallée de l’Agly. Many of these small vineyards had been disregarded due to their low cropping potential and inability to be machine worked. Today, Paul Old works on 16 hectares, divided into 35 small parcels, spread across three different areas: Corbières maritime, Haute Corbières, and Vallée de l’Agly. The aim has been to select particular varietals for specific soil types, and then guide these vineyards towards a balance and health that can be sustained with low intervention. Organic viticulture, biodynamic principles and the structure of the lunar calendar are intrinsic. Healthy and vibrant fruit is hand-picked and sorted. Wild yeast fermentations, careful extractions and extended elevage with minimal interference allow for the making of unique wines that express their place of origin.