Domaine Monier Perreol

🇬🇧 Domaine Monier-Perréol

👨‍🌾 History and Family

• Founded by Jean-Pierre Monier in the 1980s, a pioneer of biodynamics in the Northern Rhône Valley.

• In 2008, he partnered with Philippe Perréol, creating the current estate.

• Together, they uphold demanding and respectful viticulture, recognized in the Saint-Joseph appellation.

📍 Location and Terroir

• Based in Saint-Désirat, at the heart of Saint-Joseph.

• Vineyard of about 12 hectares, on steep granite slopes.

• South and southeast exposures, ideal for Syrah and white varieties.

🌱 Philosophy and Practices

• Certified biodynamic (Demeter) for over 20 years.

• Careful soil work, manual harvests, natural vinifications.

• Long aging in old barrels, producing pure and balanced wines.

🍇 Grapes and Cuvées

• Reds: Syrah (main grape).

• Whites: Marsanne, Roussanne.