Clos Systey

Identity

Clos Systey is a winegrowing estate located in the commune of Saint-Émilion. It is owned by Fanny Dulong and Juan Moretti. Sylvie Dulong serves as the estate's consulting oenologist.

History and philosophy

Clos Systey was founded in 2015 by Sylvie Dulong and Stéphan Grawitz. The estate is committed to biodynamic viticulture, respecting vineyard biodiversity and using no herbicides, pesticides, or synthetic fertilisers.

Appellations

Clos Systey produces wines under the Saint-Émilion Grand Cru appellation.

Practical information

Clos Systey is located at 212 Route de Rol, 33330 Saint-Émilion. The estate can be contacted by telephone on +33(0)7 49 76 88 37 or by email at fanny.dulong@clos-systey.com.

Guided tours and tastings are strictly by appointment only, arranged by email or telephone. They are available seven days a week from 10:00 to 17:00, at a price of €15 per person for groups of up to 15 people. The tasting room is open from Monday to Sunday, from 10:00 to 13:00 and from 14:00 to 17:00. The estate offers visitor parking, disabled access, and welcomes pets. Wi-Fi is available. The estate also provides direct cellar-door sales, group tastings, as well as a seminar space and reception room. Languages spoken are English, Spanish, and French. Accepted payment methods are debit/credit card and cash.

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The vineyard (terroir)

The vineyard of Clos Systey spans 2 hectares. The soils are characterised by the presence of iron oxides and sand. The average age of the vines is around 40 years. The grape varieties are predominantly Merlot (80%), complemented by Cabernet Franc (15%) and Cabernet Sauvignon (5%). The estate is certified organic (Agriculture Biologique) and Demeter (Biodynamic).

Flagship cuvées

The estate's principal cuvée is named Clos Systey. The estate crafts three flagship cuvées. Harvesting is carried out by hand.

Vinification and ageing

Vinification takes place in barrels and stainless steel vats. The wines are aged with 30% in new oak barrels, 30% in barrels of one wine and more, and 40% in vats.