Les Domaines Paul Mas: Rural Luxury in Languedoc
Les Domaines Paul Mas: Rural Luxury in Languedoc Deep in the verdant countryside of Southwest France, a stronghold of Gallic tradition, are the 17 Châteaux and Domaines Paul Mas. Twenty years ago, Jean-Claude Mas founded the company with a mission: To revive the stellar reputation of Languedoc wines, and to bring out the essence of each far-flung terroir. His method: Reinventing the viticultural traditions of the Languedoc while above all respecting the land and preserving its future. Over these last two decades, the firm’s growth has been exponential. Starting with an 86-acre family plot, Les Domaines Paul Mas has thoughtfully expanded its holdings to 2,400 acres of vineyards, producing 25 million bottles annually that are distributed to more than 80 countries. Yet, these diverse wines share a unique quality—the effortless style of “Rural Luxury.” This uniquely Languedoc version of the French art of living is a graceful blend of wines, artisan artworks and cuisine based on