“Yield to the soil to better serve it,” is the philosophy of owner and winemaker Patricia Boyer-Domergue. After graduating from enology school in Bordeaux, Patricia moved to the Languedoc where she bought what is now Clos Centeilles, a beautiful estate that began as a Roman villa and chapel. It lies near the village of Siran in the heart of the Petite Causse on the western limits of the Languedoc. She set about replanting ancient forgotten vines, such as Araignan Blanc, Picpoul Noir, Oeillade Noir and the various Riveirenc. Her work reviving these grapes and highlighting previously under-appreciated Carignan and Cinsault, is now emulated by many. Her first vintage was in 1990 shortly after buying the property. Since 2016, Patricia is accompanied by her daughter, Cécile, who assists in both the vineyards and the cellar.