The long history of Domaine Sérol
A family legacy spanning 5 generations
ThereSérol familyis the owner ofDomaine Sérolsince the 17th century, and has kept this farm within the family from generation to generation. In 1964,Robert SérolHe took over the estate, which was cultivated using mixed farming methods, including 2 hectares of vines. He chose to develop the vineyard and improve its quality with the help of his wife, Marie-Thérèse. Their efforts were rewarded with the classification ofDomaine Sérol in the Côte Roannaise AOCThen it's the turn ofStéphane Sérolto take over the family estate in 2000. He undertook to further expand the property, which now covers 27 hectares. The range of red and rosé wines produced gradually broadened. In 2007, Stéphane and his wife Carine planted Viognier vines to initiate white wine production, the first vintage of which was released in 2010. The winery and equipment were also modernized to produce increasingly higher-quality wines. Stéphane and Carine are committed to environmental issues and theDomaine SérolIt is now organic and biodynamic. The winemaking follows the principles of plot selection in order to continuously improve the quality of the production.
Viticulture at Domaine Sérol
Sustainable farming practices and respect for winemaking traditions
THEDomaine Sérolis part of the designationRoanne CoastLocated on the foothills of the Massif Central, this 200-hectare appellation constitutes the first vineyard of theLoire ValleyThe 27 hectares of vineyards ofDomaine SérolThe vines grow in granitic and sandy soil and benefit from a south-southeast exposure, ensuring ample sunshine. The vines range in age from 5 to 80 years, and the vineyard's altitude does not exceed 450 meters. Two grape varieties are cultivated biodynamically on the estate: Gamay Saint Romain for the red and rosé wines, and Viognier for the white wine. Gamay Saint Romain is a grape variety specific to theRoanne Coastand is honored by theSérol familywho wants to showcase its many facets. Stéphane is committed to preserving winemaking traditions and the terroir. The vineyard is currently farmed organically and biodynamically, and no chemical inputs are used. Yields per vine are intentionally limited and compensated for by a high planting density. Finally, the harvest is done by hand, and the grapes are sorted with the utmost care. A team of 6 to 12 people tends the vineyard daily.
The wines of Domaine Sérol
The expression of the different personalities of the Saint-Romain Gamay
The red wines undergo fermentation in stainless steel tanks for 8 to 14 days. The different cuvées are then aged in cement tanks or truncated conical wooden vats for 6 to 11 months. The Côte Roannaise red wines aim to showcase the diverse characteristics of Gamay. Les Originelles is a well-rounded cuvée that perfectly represents the grape variety in its youth, as does Les Estinaudes, with its aromas of blackcurrant and raspberry.Granite Splintersis a more intense wine with aromas of red fruit and elegant tannins. The Oudan cuvée is dense and its aromas evoke ripe fruit. All the fruity notes of Gamay are found in this cuvée.The Millérandswhich also offers vanilla and spice aromas, just likeThe Partridgewhich is a wine with a spicy character. It is the pronounced and structured tannins of the Cuvée Troisgros that distinguish it from the other wines of Domaine Sérol. This wine has a beautiful length of aromas of ripe red and black fruits. The dry white wine produced atDomaine SérolMade from the Viognier grape, this wine is fresh with aromas of apricot, pineapple, and white flowers. It undergoes fermentation in tanks and is aged on its lees for six months. Finally, the estate produces three rosé wines: Cabochard is very fruity, Enjôleur is more lively with citrus notes, and Turbullent is a sparkling rosé that beautifully illustrates the finesse and fruitiness of its grape variety.
