Our soils and terroirs, the mark of our identity

At Château Sainte Marguerite, our vineyards stretch over almost 500 hectares in the heart of Provence, between sea and hills. Established on some of the finest terroirs of AOC Côtes de Provence, such as La Londe, Cuers, Pierrefeu and Hyeress. Our vines draw their character from the richness of their soils and the diversity of their climates. It is these elements, worked with care and respect, that give birth to our cuvées.

Four terroirs, one standard

Each of our terroirs tells a story, shaped by nature.
À La Londe-les-MauresThe nearby Mediterranean softens the climate and favors regular grape ripening.
Further inland, the terroirs of Cuers and Pierrefeu benefit from wide temperature variations between day and night, perfect for concentrating aromas.
À HyèresThe vines benefit from generous sunshine and the influence of the sea, ensuring freshness and balance.

A diversity of soils, the richness of our vineyards

Our vines thrive on a veritable mosaic of soils. Each has a direct influence on the profile of our wines:

• Micaschist :A blend of schist and light minerals, favoring deep rooting and optimal drainage. It's at the heart of some of our finest rosé parcels, such as those in the Fantastic Rosé 2024where it expresses finesse and minerality.
• Flint chips : This soil lends tension and verticality to our whites, particularly in our cuvée Marguerites en Provence White 2023.
• Clay Deep and water-retaining, it favors slow ripening. Ideal for structured reds like our Marguerites en Provence Red 2021.
• Schist Poor and well-drained, it allows the roots to plunge deep into the soil. It's the hallmark of our characterful rosés, especially the Symphonie Rosé 2024.
• Limestone : Very present on the estate, it brings uprightness and minerality to several of our cuvées, including the Fantastic Red 2022.

Grape varieties in harmony with their soil

Each grape variety we grow is associated with the soil that allows it to express itself fully.
Visit Grenache and the CinsaultThe mainstays of our rosés, they express themselves perfectly on micashist and limestone soils.
Visit Syraha structuring grape variety, reveals its full potential on deep clay soils.
Visit Rolle (Vermentino)draws freshness and tension from flint-rich soils.

Respecting our terroirs, enhancing our cuvées

Our approach has always been based on sustainable viticulture, attentive to natural balances. Every decision, from the vine to the cellar, aims to reveal the authenticity of our terroirs and the uniqueness of each vintage.
Through our vintages Symphonie, Fantasticand Marguerites en Provence we aim to convey the beauty of our landscapes, the richness of our soils, and the elegance of our identity.