Domaine Camu

History

Gallo-Roman origins of viticulture

Domaine Camu stands on the Colline de Vézelay, traditionally known as the “Eternal Hill.” Viticulture on this hill is traced back to the Gallo-Roman period.

Late 9th century: the Benedictine monastery

At the end of the 9th century, Benedictine monks established a monastery at Vézelay. Their arrival gave new impetus to local winegrowing and helped the vineyard develop.

12th century: Sainte-Madeleine and pilgrimage

The Basilica of Sainte-Madeleine was built during the 12th century. Vézelay subsequently became an important place of pilgrimage and a departure point for the Camino de Santiago.

14th and 15th centuries: ducal estates

Viticultural practice developed further during the 14th and 15th centuries, when the Dukes of Burgundy possessed wine estates in the area. Domaine Camu’s parcel Le Clos des Ducs once formed part of the historic Clos des Ducs associated with Burgundy’s dukes.

From the 18th century: vineyard expansion

The Vézelay vineyard entered a period of expansion beginning in the 18th century.

Gallo-Roman periodThe beginnings of viticulture on the Colline de Vézelay are traced to the Gallo-Roman era.

Late 9th centuryBenedictine monks established a monastery at Vézelay, giving renewed impetus to the vineyard.

12th centuryThe Basilica of Sainte-Madeleine was built; Vézelay became an important pilgrimage centre and a departure point for the Camino de Santiago.

14th centuryViticultural practice developed while the Dukes of Burgundy held wine estates in the area.

15th centuryThe development of viticulture under the era of the Dukes of Burgundy continued.

From the 18th centuryThe Vézelay vineyard began a period of expansion.

Terroir

Domaine Camu is situated on the Colline de Vézelay, the “Eternal Hill.” Its terroir is predominantly composed of clay-limestone soils.

Le Clos des Ducs is identified as one of the estate’s leading parcels. It once belonged to the historic Clos des Ducs associated with the Dukes of Burgundy.

Winemaking

Domaine Camu’s white Vézelay wines are produced from Chardonnay. Its red and rosé wines are based on Pinot Noir, also called Pinot Fin. Melon de Bourgogne is also presented among the signature varieties represented in the estate’s tasting selection.

Philosophy

Domaine Camu presents its wines through the expression of Vézelay’s different terroirs and the diversity offered by Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and Melon de Bourgogne. Its visitor programme places discovery, explanation and sharing at the centre of the tasting experience.