Winter is settling into the Languedoc - life in the vineyard enters a quieter, more reflective rhythm, but that doesn’t mean things slow down. With the vines now lying dormant, this is the moment when the team turns its attention to essential winter work. It’s a peaceful time of year in the vineyard — crisp air, still mornings, and views over the bare rows of vines. Everything we do now sets the foundation for the growth to come in spring. Preparing for the Festive Season Ou

Last week, we had the pleasure of hosting a series of Laurent Miquel food and wine pairing dinners  in the Netherlands — evenings that reminded us why we do what we do. These dinners are always about much more than tasting wine. It's much more about bringing people together  — around the table, over good food, and through conversation. Each event is an opportunity to share stories, exchange ideas, and rediscover the simple joy of connecting with others. Guests explored the wi

We know that sustainability matters. But when it comes to the everyday choices we make — whether that’s the wine we drink or the food we buy — convenience and price often come first. and sustainability can feel a little abstract. So why should it matter to you as somebody who enjoys a glass of wine? At Laurent Miquel, our focus on regenerative agriculture and sustainable practices isn’t just about caring for the land — it’s about producing better wine, naturally, that you can

For eight generations, the Miquel family has been working the land around Château Cazal Viel in the Languedoc region of the south of France. Our approach is based on the Japanese philosophy of "Kaizen", blending tradition and innovation to constantly improve on what went before, to create wines that express both the character of our land and the story of our family. It was Laurent’s father, Henri Miquel — affectionately known in our village as Monsieur Syrah  — who first unde