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Roussillon may technically and politically be part of France, but there will always be something in the heart of a true Roussillonais that looks over the Pyrenees towards Catalonia. Deep in this Catalan region of southwestern France, Domaine Lafage blends juicy, aromatic wines that deliver the rare combination of distinctiveness and affordability.

Although only in his late thirties, Jean-Marc Lafage already has almost 15 years of worldclass winemaking behind him. One of the most sought-after winemakers of Europe at the moment, Jean-Marc lends his expertise with Southern European varietals to several top estates in both France and Spain and also in South America. However, his best work is perhaps at home at his estate in the hills of the Roussillon with his wife, also an accomplished winemaker. Domaine Lafage is situated off the old road between Perpignan and Canet or exit 3 off the dual carriageway. Eliane and Jean-Marc Lafage took over his father's estate in 2001, having bought a vineyard in this micro-region five years earlier after travelling and working in wineries around the world. They now have 140ha of vineyards split between Perpignan/Canet near the sea, and inland in the Aspres (called Le Vignon near Torderes, with spectacular terraces and home to their premium red made from hand-selected Syrah, Carignan and Grenache) and Agly valley (near Maury). The renovated winery, cellar and shop at Mas Miraflors is the central point for tasting from all their range.

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