The Lignères family have traditionally been doctors in the villages of Moux and Fontcoverte, in the heart of the Corbières appellation, but they have also managed a vineyard and winery for five generations. Drawing on their medical background, the winery has always embraced a philosophy of zero winery additions and organic farming practices. Jean and Anne Lignères manage the property today, Chateau Baronne is planted on limestone, sandstone and gravel soils covered with garrigue, the classic Languedoc landscape that weaves its way into the wine. For their introductory wine, they blend Grenache and Carignan half and half to arrive at a picture perfect Corbières. Aromas begin with black cherry pastille, plum and sandy earth. The palate is full bodied – though a restrained 13.5% abv –  with chewy tannins and waves of ripe cherries and plums with a hint of orange oil, bitter herbs, and garrigue crusted soil that lingers through the finish.