Jul 2019
Summer storms
“Of all the scourges that strike the vine, the most terrible in terms of its effects is evidently hail. The vines Continue →
The history of the vineyard
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May 2019
A big moment for our vineyard
It was a magical occasion. The official opening of our winery took place amid a perfect alchemy of clement weather, Continue →
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Jan 2019
Just before the snow…
We have now signed the provisional acceptance of our new winery facility. We are delighted with this true tour de Continue →
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Sep 2018
Permaculture and workhorses
“It’s not just about the horses, it’s about cultivation” We are delighted to now be able to count on the Continue →
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Jun 2018
News from the domaine
News from the front from Michel Verhaeghe de Naeyer: The square footage of our vineyard remains unchanged, i.e. 5.20 ha. Continue →
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Sep 2017
Second harvest
We harvested our Chardonnay on the last Sunday in September, assisted by friendly hands. This year’s more generous grape crops Continue →
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Aug 2017
First drops
The first drops have been bottled. The task was carried out by hand in the utmost modesty. Although the bottles Continue →
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Apr 2017
Late frosts
The unpredictable climate has proved extremely trying for our vineyard apprentices. In spite of the recommended biodynamic preventative dusting, the Continue →
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Oct 2016
First harvest
The third leaf signalled that it was time for the first harvest. It proved a very special and emotional day Continue →
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Mar 2016
Pruning
At the end of winter, once the sap has descended in the resting vines, work begins once again, starting with Continue →
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Jul 2015
An everyday struggle
Winemaking is both a struggle and a delight. Every day, our vine workers follow nature’s rhythm and pay great attention Continue →
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May 2015
Training
Training the structure of the vine is an essential step. We planted 7,000 acacia stakes to support our young vines Continue →
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Apr 2015
Planting by hand
Who would have ever thought of planting vines in Belgium? Our hand planters came from the South of France, bringing Continue →
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Apr 2014
Mechanical planting
Vines like slightly poorer soils. The less vigorous a soil, the greener and fleshier the leaves. Pascal Marchand and Yves Continue →
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Jul 2013
Drainage
Following two years of peace and quiet, it’s time for the first major works, led by the marvellous Yves Hérody. Continue →
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Jun 2013
The genesis
In the video below, Michel Verhaeghe de Naeyer tells us about his plans to restore vigour to his land, his Continue →
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Nov 2012
The earth at rest
To give our soil a new lease of life through winemaking, our expert geologist has prescribed a resting period of Continue →