Domaine de cala

The property

Surrounded by nature, Domaine de Cala encompasses more than 40 hectares of grapevines in the heart of Provence. Some of them were planted about half a century ago, while others were selected to ensure his vineyard would be full of character. Whites, reds and rosés: all of the property’s wines are the fruit of a passion for all things culinary. And the fulfilment of a long history that the team can’t wait to tell you…

A place where you can hear silence

Once upon a time…

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The history of Domaine de Cala dates back to the 14th century. At the time, it was known as Domaine de Pourraques, named after the Provençal word for the small white narcissus flowers that carpeted the land. It was only much later (after crossing paths with a poultry-farming prince and a Polish countess) that wine began to be grown on the estate. The original vineyard covered a mere 25 hectares and produced a rosé which was mainly sold in bulk.

In 2015, retired chef Joachim Splichal bought the property, developed it and changes the name to Domaine de Cala. He sells it on 1 August 2024 to family business Château la Source.

Nowadays, more than 40 hectares of grapevines thrive on the hillside, growing to the tune of the cicadas and the birds. And the white, red and rosé wines patiently mature in the storehouse, keeping time with the harvests.

Histoire domaine de cala

Renamed in 2015,
Domaine de Cala has retained the patina of its history.

« Although Domaine de Cala is still young, its identity is firmly established. 
As is its quality »

Flavian Maison
Vineyard Manager

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A PROPERTY STEEPED IN HISTORY

It all began around 1300… The marshland surrounding Brignoles was entrusted to the inhabitants to cultivate wheat and grapes. Domaine de Pourraques was born!

15TH AND 16TH CENTURIES

From 1450 to 1587, a series of plagues ravages Provence. The sick are isolated in buildings at the entrance to the property, the remnants of which are still referred to as “the hospital” today.

17TH CENTURY

In 1655, a coaching inn serves as a resting place for travellers and their steeds. The property encompasses 150 hectares of oak and pine trees, scrubland, wheat… and a few blocks of grapevines.

19TH CENTURY

A country house is added to the estate, as the owner’s residence. The old coaching inn provides room and board to farmers working the land.

20TH CENTURY

The property, surrounded by nature, becomes a winery. At this point, the vineyard spans 25 hectares and produces bulk rosé wine.

2015

Retired chef Joachim Splichal buys the property and renames it Domaine de Cala.

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Nowadays

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THE story continues with new owners

More to follow...

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