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 The Close Family's mission is: "to develop the potential of La Clape to produce rich, full-bodied red wines that reflect the tastes and aromas of this special microclimate”
Susan and Peter Close, a couple from the North of England, have always had a passion for good food and wine.
After bringing up a family in New Orleans, Louisiana for twenty years they decided to follow a life long dream of owning a vineyard, and the challenge of producing good quality wines.
Following several years of research and visits to many countries, Susan and Peter decided on the Languedoc region of Southern France, recognizing its great potential to produce stunning wines. At the start of the millennium year 2000 they found their dream vineyard, Chateau Camplazens, in Coteaux du Languedoc, La Clape.
The Close Family adopted the name of the vineyard when they became the new owners, and although they are not entirely sure who first gave Camplazens its name, they have a good idea. The area around Narbonne was used by the Romans as a rest stop between campaigns on the main land and the sea. On La Clape they made wine, set up camp, and generally just enjoyed themselves. So it is not too surprising that Camplazens literally means "Camp (of) Pleasure" and was first dubbed as such by the Romans.
 Yann Claustre is the head winemaker at Chateau Camplazens, he lives on the vineyard with his wife Estell and oversees all vineyard operations. He is young, enthusiastic and full of new ideas. The Close’s welcome his innovation but also employ two local consultants who have many years of winemaking experience.
Philippe Gorgues is the accountant and main contact in the office. He is an indispensable part of the day-to-day running of the vineyard.
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