Map of Minervois from above, Minervois Ancient Wine Villages marked with a wine glass

Tasting · Minervois

Minervois Ancient Wine Villages

Named for Roman Goddess

Minervois is named for a Roman temple to Minerva. Stone villages cling to hillsides above wild garrigue-covered valleys. Syrah, Grenache, and Carignan vines thrive on schist and limestone the Romans first planted. These are rustic, honest wines.

Insider tips

  • Château Villerambert-Julien offers excellent organic wines with Roman history

  • The village of Minerve (medieval Cathar stronghold) has panoramic vineyard views

  • La Livinière sub-zone produces the region's finest reds

  • Wild thyme, rosemary, and lavender from garrigue infuse the wines with herbal notes