Welcome to “Chez Lointain” – Your Gateway to Discover the Roussillon region in Southern France

Nestled between the Mediterranean Sea and the Pyrenees mountains, the Roussillon region is one of France’s best-kept secrets: a warm and sunny landscape rich with history, culture, and breathtaking natural beauty. Whether you’re seeking medieval villages, family-owned wineries, hiking trails through rugged mountains, or a chance to slow down and enjoy a three-hour lunch, you’ll find it here.

Who are we? We are the owners of Clos Lointain in France and Holocene Wines in Oregon. This site offers our local insight and personal experience, as we own old-vine Grenache vineyards here and have spent some time getting to know the people and places in this gorgeous area.

Let us help you discover the beauty, flavors, and sights of Roussillon and the broader Catalan region.

Welcome to our “faraway home.” We can’t wait to share it with you!