This cuvée comes from a plot planted by Stéphane Sérol and is distinguished by meticulous work on granite soil in the heart of the Oudan hillside. The vines, planted at high density, benefit from a south-facing exposure, ideal for early ripening of the grapes. Each step, from the manual harvest to the 11-month aging in truncated conical wooden vats, is carefully considered to respect and reveal the potential of the terroir, further enhanced by rigorous selection in the cellar.
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Serve at 16° to 18°
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5 to 10 years
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Domaine Serol
In the Côte Roannaise, Domaine Sérol is run by Stéphane Sérol, who took over the family estate in 1998. The vineyard now covers approximately 28 hectares, located on the volcanic slopes of the Roannaise region, a geological context which imparts a characteristic tension and freshness to the wines.
The estate is managed organically, with careful soil management based on the addition of organic matter and lime, to maintain the vineyard's vitality and the vine's balance. The harvest is done by hand, with rigorous sorting of the bunches, ensuring that the grapes are picked at optimal ripeness.
The winemaking process is carried out plot by plot, with each cuvée crafted separately to reveal the nuances of each terroir. The winery is primarily equipped with concrete tanks, supplemented by a few truncated conical wooden vats. Fermentation occurs using indigenous yeasts, without any intervention, in an approach that remains true to ... Lire plus
