The Pic Saint-Loup takes its name from Thieri Loup, one of three brothers who became hermits after returning from the crusades, devoting their days to prayer and living at the top of three neighbouring peaks. Situated between the Mediterranean and the Cévennes hills, Pic Saint-Loup is the most northerly of the appellations in the Coteaux du Languedoc and benefits from both Mediterranean and continental influences. The Chateau Lauret is considered amongst the best estates which occupy this high altitude peak along with the St Lucie estate which covers 40ha shared with wheat and prize bulls.