Château Mont-Thabor – A Family-Run Organic Estate in Châteauneuf-du-Pape

Located in the southern Rhône Valley, Château Mont-Thabor has been in the Stehelin family for over 140 years. The 24-hectare estate produces wines under several appellations, including Châteauneuf-du-Pape, Côtes du Rhône, and Luberon. Management is shared between Fanny Stehelin and her husband, Vincent Brémond, with winemaking led by Fanny’s father, Daniel Stehelin. The domaine’s certified organic vineyards reflect its commitment to sustainable and traditional viticulture.

Estate History & Ownership

The Stehelin family purchased Château Mont-Thabor in 1881. Today, three generations of expertise guide the estate’s production. Daniel Stehelin, the long-standing winemaker, is known for his traditional approach that prioritizes terroir expression. His daughter, Fanny, plays a central role in operations, while her husband, Vincent Brémond, a fourth-generation winemaker from Luberon, brings his own vineyard holdings and experience to the estate.

Key People

Daniel Stehelin

• Veteran winemaker at Château Mont-Thabor.
  
• Uses traditional vinification with minimal intervention.
  
• Dedicated to producing wines that reflect the estate’s terroir.
  

Fanny Stehelin

• Co-owner and daughter of Daniel.
  
• Oversees operations and works alongside her father in winemaking.
  

Vincent Brémond

• Fanny’s husband and co-owner.
  
• Fourth-generation Luberon winemaker.
  
• Contributes to new organic cuvées and brings additional vineyard resources.

Vineyard Holdings & Wine Production

Châteauneuf-du-Pape Red

• 4 hectares on stony and clay soils.
  
• Primarily Grenache with supporting varietals.
  
• Known for rich, full-bodied wines with black cherry, raspberry, garrigue, and olive notes.
  

Côtes du Rhône

• 14 hectares north of the villages.
  
• Blend: Grenache (80%), Cinsault (10%), Mourvèdre/Syrah (10%).
  
• Traditional fermentation with a focus on preserving varietal character.
  

IlluMiné White (Luberon)

• Blend: 40% Vermentino, 30% Grenache Blanc, 30% Clairette.
  
• Grown at 400–500 m altitude in sandy-slate soils.
  
• Natural yeast fermentation, aged on lees.

Visit & Tasting Experience

During our visit to Château Mont-Thabor, we conducted a tasting with Daniel Stehelin at the estate in Bédarrides. The tasting showcased the diversity of the domaine’s cuvées and provided firsthand insight into their winemaking philosophy. Call ahead, it will be well worth your time.