For many of the apricots growers in the Northern Rhône Valley, growing apricots is more
than a job, it’s a way of life. Most of the orchards have been in families for generations –
being passed down over the years along with pride and respect for the land. In 2010,
Romain Roudier, managing the family’s farming operation, decided to expand in
viticulture. With vineyards in production in 2020, Romain built a cellar from scratch and
thus rebranded and started doing business as Domaine Vendome.
than a job, it’s a way of life. Most of the orchards have been in families for generations –
being passed down over the years along with pride and respect for the land. In 2010,
Romain Roudier, managing the family’s farming operation, decided to expand in
viticulture. With vineyards in production in 2020, Romain built a cellar from scratch and
thus rebranded and started doing business as Domaine Vendome.
Presentation
Presentation
Based in Larnage near Tain l'Hermitage, Domaine Vendome is moving towards an ecological approach. It has been certified organic since the 2021 vintage, and is moving towards an environmental approach, using a minimum of inputs to maximise the soil's biodiversity.
Location
Les Coulaires (Larnage) & Les Châssis Est (Mercurol)
Terroir
Clay-limestone with rolled pebbles and Loess.
In the vineyard
Mechanical harvesting with sorting at
reception
reception
Winemaking
Handpicked and sorted in the vineyards, fully destemmed and transferred to concrete vessels for
a cold 5-day maceration prior to yeast inoculation and a 4-week fermentation at strictly controlled
temps.
a cold 5-day maceration prior to yeast inoculation and a 4-week fermentation at strictly controlled
temps.
Ageing
Aged in raw concrete vats for 10 months
Varietal
Syrah : 100%
Specifications
Alcohol content : 14,5 % vol.
GM : No
Contains sulphites. Does not contain egg or egg products. Does not contain milk or milk-based products.
Advice
Serving
12°C/54°F
Ageing potential
Enjoy all year long, 5 to 10 years
Tasting
Bold layers of blueberry and cassis preserves coat the palate of this rich, ruddy Syrah. Soft in
tannins and intensely ripe, it's a plummy red balanced a sharp frame of acidity and delicate hints of
cacao nibs and rose petal. Vinified using fully destemmed fruit it has a finish marked by easing,
feathery tannins.
tannins and intensely ripe, it's a plummy red balanced a sharp frame of acidity and delicate hints of
cacao nibs and rose petal. Vinified using fully destemmed fruit it has a finish marked by easing,
feathery tannins.
Food pairings
Perfect with meats such as filet mignon, truffles, meats in sauce and cheese.
