Domaines Ott

Domaines Ott – The Mediterranean soul sublimated by four generations

Domain name

Domaines Ott

Wine region

Provence (Côtes de Provence & Bandol)

Appellations and terroirs

The Ott estates now encompass three prestigious Provençal properties: Château de Selle, Clos Mireille, and Château Romassan. Located in the heart of the Côtes de Provence and Bandol AOC appellations, these vineyards benefit from the Mediterranean's maritime influences. Planted on ancient terraces, on soils of schist, marl, limestone, and sandstone, they rest on a rugged landscape, ideal for natural drainage, optimal sun exposure, and the preservation of freshness. Each plot, framed by centuries-old cypress trees, offers an authentic expression of its terroir.

Emblematic grape varieties

• Grenache – a major grape variety for rosé wines, bringing roundness and ripe red fruit.
• Cinsault – brings freshness, elegance and aromatic suppleness.
• Mourvèdre – structure and finesse in the reds of Bandol.
• Syrah – spicy complexity and depth in blends.
• Rolle (Vermentino) & Clairette – for crisp, saline and subtle white wines.

Philosophy and History

The story begins in 1896, when Marcel Ott, a young agricultural engineer from Alsace, discovered Provence and planted the first seeds of what would become a legendary estate. Deeply convinced of his ability to produce great wines, he purchased Château de Selle in 1912, then expanded his holdings with Clos Mireille (1936) and Château Romassan (1956). A visionary, he already championed sustainable viticulture, with controlled yields, meticulous soil management, and hand-harvesting.

In 1932, René Ott designed the iconic bottle inspired by ancient amphorae and elegant cypress trees, which has become a symbol of Domaines Ott. Exports to the United States in 1933 marked the beginning of its international renown. Today, Christian and Jean-François Ott perpetuate this family and artisanal heritage, combining traditions passed down from Antoine with modern practices: certified organic farming, biodynamic influences, and viticulture in harmony with nature.

Production specifics

The care taken is exceptional: over 600 hours of work per hectare, compared to 200 to 300 in Provence. Each vine is inspected 47 times a year. Harvesting is done by hand, the grapes are meticulously sorted, and then the winemaking process is very gentle: limited maceration, fermentations at low temperatures, and delicate pressing. In the cellar, the wines are vinified by gravity, without added yeasts or enzymes, and aged for a long and respectful time—in large oak casks, stainless steel tanks, or demi-muids—to guarantee purity, finesse, and longevity.

Lunar cycles guide the bottling and bottling processes, reinforcing the harmony between the seasons and the vines. The use of sulfur is controlled, in accordance with organic and biodynamic specifications, which prioritize biodiversity, working the fallow land, and natural ground cover.

Recognitions

Ott wines are now considered absolute benchmarks for gastronomic rosé, particularly the **“Cœur de Grain”** cuvée, unanimously praised for its finesse, balance, and distinctive character. Their rosés are regularly ranked among the best in the world. Their Bandol reds and Provence whites are recognized by international guides, sommeliers, and critics. The estates have been members of the prestigious Roederer Collection Group since 2004, a testament to their excellence.

Domaines Ott champions exceptional viticulture that respects the environment, and bears the signature of a Mediterranean terroir sublimated in the depth of each bottle.

Why choose a wine from Domaine Ott?

• A rich family heritage spanning over 120 years.
• Three iconic estates in Côtes de Provence and Bandol.
• Cutting-edge organic and biodynamic viticulture.
• Extensive artisanal practices (600 h/ha, manual harvesting).
• A high-end, low-intervention winemaking process.
• A legendary rosé, the "Cœur de Grain", internationally recognized.
• A range of reds, whites and rosés of rare elegance.

Discover the unique range of Domaines Ott : refined, vibrant wines, bearing a Provençal heritage, shaped by a total commitment to quality and respect for the terroir.