Before settling in Montagne, Gonzague Maurice worked in the wine business for several years, the first two years in Sancerre, then four years in a domain in Haut-Medoc. He then followed a specialized training course at Chevalier (Pessac-Léognan), Château Poupille (Côtes de Castillon) and Domaine de l'Île Margaux. In 2005 he decided to buy an old winery and 3.2 hectares of vines. Its installation required tedious work since the vines were in deplorable condition with more than 3000 vines to replant. The vat room was also intermediate, with functional concrete vats but a significant layer of scale to be removed. Once set up, he expanded the estate, covering 7.5 hectares in Montagne Saint Emilion, 2.5 hectares in Puisseguin Saint Emilion, and 3 hectares in Côtes de Castillion.