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Le Temps des Cerises

Axel Prüfer

Axel Prüfer

Languedoc

La Tour-sur-Orb

Axel Prüfer, originally from East Germany, ventured to France in 1998, immersing himself in the burgeoning natural wine movement of the Languedoc region. During this period, he apprenticed with several renowned natural winemakers, including Yann Rohel, Jean-François Nicq, and Éric Pfifferling. These formative experiences deepened his understanding of biodynamic viticulture and minimalist winemaking techniques. In 2003, inspired by his mentors and driven by a desire to establish his own identity in winemaking, Prüfer founded Domaine Le Temps des Cerises in La Tour-sur-Orb, a village nestled in the heart of the Hérault department. The estate spans 8.5 hectares of vineyards planted on granite and quartz soils, surrounded by forests that contribute to the area’s rich biodiversity.
Embracing a philosophy of minimal intervention, Prüfer employs spontaneous fermentation using native yeasts and practices carbonic maceration in stainless steel or fiberglass tanks, with minimal sulfur additions. His wines, such as La Peur du Rouge and Avanti Popolo, are celebrated for their freshness, vibrancy, and expressive aromatics, often showing bright red and dark fruit notes, lifted floral hints, and subtle earthy undertones. On the palate, they are juicy, finely textured, with a lively acidity and a natural minerality that reflects the granite and quartz soils of La Tour-sur-Orb. He works closely with the land, scattering human hair around the vineyards to deter wild boars and ensuring the vines coexist harmoniously with local flora and fauna. Somewhat joker and especially anti-conformist, he crafts wines that are lively, aromatic, and unpredictable in the best sense, offering a playful yet precise reflection of their origin. Quantities are limited due to low yields, making each bottle a rare insight into the terroir and Prüfer’s singular approach to natural winemaking.
Winemaker : Le Temps des Cerises
Country : France
Wine Region : Faugères, Languedoc
Town : La Tour-sur-Orb
Main Grapes : Chardonnay, Cinsault, Grenache, Carignan, Aramon, Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon
Farming : Organic, No additives
Vineyard : 14 ha
First Vintage : 2003
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