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Based in Monein, in the heart of the Pyrénées-Atlantiques, Domaine Cauhapé farms 54 hectares of south-east-facing argilo-siliceous hillsides under the Jurançon appellation. Henri Ramonteu took over a property documented in local archives as far back as 1558 and, entirely self-taught, grew it from 4 to 54 hectares from the 1980s onwards, establishing it as one of the Sud-Ouest's most serious addresses for Petit Manseng and Gros Manseng whites. At Halles Quercamps, we have selected this estate for the rigour of its HVE-certified viticulture, the aromatic precision of its cuvées, and a style that speaks honestly of the Monein terroir. A reliable reference for anyone wishing to explore Jurançon in all its breadth.

Domaine Cauhapé has stood for more than forty years as one of the most consistent names in the Jurançon appellation. Based in Monein, Pyrénées-Atlantiques, Henri Ramonteu produces exclusively white wines across 54 hectares of argilo-siliceous hillsides in the Sud-Ouest.

A property rooted in the history of Jurançon

The estate appears in local archives as early as 1558, recorded as Caussapé. When Henri Ramonteu took over in 1980, it covered just 4 hectares. Through determination and self-taught mastery, he expanded it to its current 54 hectares, making Domaine Cauhapé a benchmark of the appellation. The estate remains under his direction via the SCEA du Domaine Cauhapé, preserving the independent, artisan spirit that defines it.

Terroir and grape varieties

Vineyards are planted on argilo-siliceous soils on south-east-facing hillsides. The range centres on Jurançon's indigenous varieties: Petit Manseng and Gros Manseng, complemented by Camaralet, Courbu, and Lauzet. Petit Manseng, with its thick skin and capacity for late harvesting, drives the estate's concentrated sweet wines through passerillage. Gros Manseng, picked earlier, produces the fresh, aromatic dry whites of Jurançon Sec. Together they express the full range of the appellation, from crisp mineral whites to richly textured moelleux.

HVE certification and vineyard approach

Domaine Cauhapé holds HVE (Haute Valeur Environnementale) certification — the most demanding tier of France's national agri-environmental framework — covering biodiversity, plant protection, fertilisation, and water stewardship. For us at Halles Quercamps, it is a meaningful marker of seriousness, particularly at this scale.

The wines of Domaine Cauhapé

The estate produces exclusively white wines under the Jurançon appellation:

  • Jurançon Sec — dry whites from Gros Manseng, with citrus, white flowers, and a lively mineral finish
  • Jurançon (moelleux) — sweet whites from late-harvested Petit Manseng, with exotic fruit, honey, and spice, balanced by natural acidity
  • Single-vineyard and prestige cuvées — parcel selections offering greater depth and ageing potential

Across all styles, the hallmark is aromatic precision and an unwillingness to mask terroir character.

Why we have selected Domaine Cauhapé

At Halles Quercamps, we list Domaine Cauhapé because it offers the clearest introduction to the diversity of Jurançon. The viticulture is rigorous — HVE at 54 hectares is no token gesture. The stylistic range is rare: few Sud-Ouest estates let you explore both dry and sweet Jurançon with such consistent quality. And the story matters: Henri Ramonteu's journey from 4 to 54 hectares, on a site dating to the sixteenth century, gives these wines real depth of context.

We recommend Domaine Cauhapé to enthusiasts building a broader picture of South-West France. The Jurançon Sec pairs beautifully with grilled fish, goat's cheese, and Basque cuisine; the moelleux is a natural match for foie gras, blue cheese, or fruit desserts.

Explore all wines from this estate

Browse the full selection of Domaine Cauhapé wines — dry and sweet, entry-level and prestige — listed below, and find the bottles best suited to your cellar or table.

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