Established in the 16th century on the banks of the Rhône in Jongieux, Savoie, our 33-hectare vineyard is the historic terroir of the Altesse grape variety, notably for the Roussette de Savoie Cru Marestel. Named 'Winemaker of the Year in 2023' by the Hachette Wine Guide, our family estate invites you to discover our unique wine tourism project, reflecting six generations of expertise and passion for Alpine wine. Discover the history and excellence of Marestel, the iconic wine of our estate.
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Domaine Carrel & Senger
Located in the commune of Jongieux, in Savoie, Domaine Carrel & Senger is part of a long winemaking history, documented since the 16th century in this area. The estate is situated on the left banks of the Rhône, between the river and Lake Bourget, on the calcareous-marl foothills of Mont du Chat.
The vineyard covers approximately 33 hectares, mostly planted on steep slopes, particularly in the Marestel Cru, the historic terroir of the Altesse grape variety, which produces the most structured Roussette de Savoie wines. These steep, difficult-to-work hillsides offer, in return, optimal exposure and gradual ripening, resulting in precise and balanced expressions.
The Carrel family has been involved in winemaking in Jongieux since 1830, representing six generations of winemakers today. The estate played a pioneering role in the region, particularly from the 1970s onwards with the development of full-time viticulture and the production of sparkling wines with expertly ... Lire plus
