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View of the Cité from my Merlot at O’Vineyards, photo by Noraa

“The small, pretty and distinctive wine region…Cabardès just north of Carcassonne”

–Jancis Robinson, Vintner turns e-Author

“Really impressive.”

–Jamie Goode

What is the book about?

O’Vineyards is located in the Cabardès region of France, minutes north of the historic medieval Cité de Carcassonne.

I’ve written this short ebook (24 pages) explaining what makes the Cabardes unique and fun.

The book includes a map of the Cabardes, a description of the appellation and our unique blend, an index of all the independent wineries in the appellation, a brief look at our geology and climate (terroir), and my personal philosophy concerning the region.

Thank you so much for taking the time to get interested about the Cabardes and the wines of Carcassonne.

Where can I find it?

Pretty soon, the book should be available in paperback or digital format from Amazon… but for the moment you can win an advance copy through my win the Wines of Carcassonne book contest.

Who wrote this thing?

That would be me.  Ryan O’Connell, young winemaker at O’Vineyards.  I’ve compiled this information that I think helps communicate the real nature of the Cabardes.

Why did you write this book?

I want to share the identity of my appellation and the wines of Carcassonne.  It’s a really beautiful place, but it’s too small to be handled properly in reference materials with a larger scope.  Since I’m out here in the fields, my scope is perfect for a very personal look at a misunderstood appellation.  I hope you enjoy my point of view!

Can I see some sample pages?

Yes you may.

 

Who likes this book?

Casual travellers who know nothing about wine can still enjoy this book, my musings, and all the pretty photos.

Wine experts can enjoy this book too because it’s peppered with cool information that tends to be of interest to wine pros.

Jancis Robinson, editor of the Oxford Companion to Wine and one of the world’s foremost wine personalities, wrote a full article on the Wines of Carcassonne where she lauds my efforts.

How to find us

Domaine O’Vineyards, located in the North Arrondissement of Carcassonne, is just minutes from the Carcassonne train station, the Medieval City, and the Carcassonne Airport.
GPS coordinates: 43.259622, 2.340387

O’Vineyards
Wine, Dine, Relax at our Boutique Vineyard
Unique thing to do in Carcassonne
Wine Cellar. Winery Visits. Wine Tasting.
Wine & Food Pairing

North Arrondissement of Carcassonne
885 Avenue de la Montagne Noire
11620 Villemoustaussou, France
Tel: +33(0) 630 189 910

  1. Best by GPS.
    Follow the signs to Mazamet/ Villemoustaussou using the D118. At the end of the last straight part of D118, you will come to a roundabout with the Dyneff gas station.
  2. Take the exit towards Pennautier. Continue 500m to a small roundabout and go straight over.
  3. Look out for the second road on your right, Avenue des Cévennes which curves up hill (about 1km) to Avenue de la Montagne Noire on the left.
  4. At the last juction, bear left. the road sign “Ave de la Montagne Noire” (confusing as it seems to show a right turn)
  5. After another 500m you will see our red brick color building in the middle of the vines.
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