What terroir do the Côte Roannaise wines from Domaine Sérol come from?

The Côte Roannaise AOP is located at the source of the Loire, on the foothills of the Massif Central, in the Loire Valley. Its soils combine granite and porphyry, an environment suited to the local grape variety, Gamay Saint Romain.

Are Domaine Sérol wines mostly aged in barrels?

No, most of the estate's wines are aged in vats. Their freshness and easy-drinking character are highlighted, but the ageing method for each cuvée is not specified, so barrel or vat ageing should not be assumed for every wine.

What distinguishes the two " Eclat de Granite " wines featured here?

The " Eclat de Granite " cuvée is available in a 75 cl bottle for the 2024 vintage and in a 150 cl magnum for the 2022 vintage. So, when sharing this Côte Roannaise, the choice depends on both the volume and the year, with no information provided to compare how their flavours have evolved.

What is the mix of appellations and colours in this Sérol selection?

Côte Roannaise is at the heart of the selection, with 11 wines, alongside two Vins de France and one IGP Urfé. Reds also dominate, with 11 wines, complemented by two whites and one rosé: the selection lets you focus on reds or broaden your discovery to other colours.

Are all the wines in the Sérol selection vintage-dated?

The selection spans the 2021 to 2025 vintages, with a significant number from 2021, represented by six wines, including " Oudan " and " Perdrizière ". The Pétillant Naturel " Turbullent " is the only wine listed as non-vintage.