Cave Coopérative de Saint-Chinian

A historic player in the appellation, the Cave de Saint Chinian is a well-known showcase for local wine production. Its particularity is to associate wine and creation, as the concept of Art en Cave testifies.
The cooperative cellars are indelible markers of the history of the Midi wine region. Created in the first part of the last century, these ... buildings with their strong character are still standing. In Saint-Chinian, it was in 1937 that the commune opened the doors of its own structure.
Since the passage of the PDO in 1982, the unique terroirs of this territory have thrilled the taste buds of many consumers.
It was in 2013 that Art en Cave made its appearance. A crazy idea to transform the production site into an artistic place. The cellar develops this concept and welcomes each year 2 artists who create giant frescoes on the interior vats. The bays are transformed into a real art gallery and welcome more and more visitors.
Since 2020, the construction of the new, modern cellar has made it possible to give a warm welcome to lovers of the arts of taste and sight.
Despite the economic and health context, the producers believe in the future of this old lady who will celebrate her 85th birthday in 2022. see more