Domaine Roman, a family story

Located in the commune of Jonquières in the Vaucluse region, the Roman family has been working the land for over 130 years. The family’s story begins in 1885 when Martinien, Arnaud’s great-great-grandfather, took over the management of the Marquis de Causans’ farm. Initially focused on cereal farming and sheep breeding, the estate planted its first vines in 1965 under the guidance of Ginette and André, Arnaud’s grandparents. Driven by Arnaud’s parents, Céline and Jean-Yves, the estate eventually transitioned entirely to viticulture and embraced organic farming practices.

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How did the estate become Domaine Roman?

From cooperative to first vintage

In 2012, their son Arnaud joined the family estate after gaining winemaking experience in France and the New World (Australia and California). Inspired by his international experiences, Arnaud returned to the estate with the ambition to create his own wine. Previously, the harvest had been solely dedicated to cooperative cellars, but Arnaud was determined to unlock the full potential of his vines. The first vintage of Domaine Roman was released in 2015, following the establishment of a winemaking facility in the old sheep barn.

Where does Arnaud's passion for wine come from?

A fifth-generation winegrower

The estate has seen each generation pass down the family land and passion. Arnaud Roman represents the 5th generation, so when asked about his passion for wine, he naturally responds:

Like Obélix, I fell into it when I was little!

What does the vineyard look like today?

An Organic Vineyard in the Rhône Valley

Today, Domaine Roman spans nearly 25 hectares of vineyards within the Côtes du Rhône and Côtes du Rhône Villages Plan de Dieu appellations, with a recently acquired parcel in Vacqueyras (first vintage in 2021). The vineyard is cultivated entirely under organic farming practices, which are more environmentally friendly and help preserve soil biodiversity, crucial for the healthy development of the vines.

What wines does Domaine Roman produce?

The South in a Bottle

Benefiting from a Mediterranean climate and the influence of the Mistral wind, Domaine Roman cultivates primarily Rhône and Southern varietals to create distinctly southern cuvées. The estate produces three Côtes du Rhône cuvées: a red, a white, and a rosé, along with a red Côtes du Rhône Villages Plan de Dieu cuvée.

The Plan de Dieu red cuvée is an elegant and structured blend of Grenache and Mourvèdre, notable for its spicy character. The Côte du Rhône red (Grenache, Syrah, Marselan) is a sun-drenched and voluptuous wine with notes of blackberry and violet. The white cuvée, a blend of Clairette and Grenache Blanc, delights with its roundness and exotic fruit notes. Finally, the rosé, named Cha’ladoc in reference to the Caladoc grape and Tigrou, the family cat, is both fresh and gourmand. According to legend, Tigrou’s infatuation with this rosé nearly led him to fall into the tank!

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Frequently asked questions about Domaine Roman

Where is Domaine Roman located?

The estate lies in Jonquières, in the Vaucluse, within the southern Rhône Valley. Its vines enjoy strong sunshine tempered by the Mistral wind, ideal conditions for southern grape varieties.

Which appellations does Domaine Roman produce?

The vineyard covers close to 25 hectares across the Côtes du Rhône and Côtes du Rhône Villages Plan de Dieu appellations. A Vacqueyras parcel joined the estate more recently, with a first vintage expected in 2021.

Is Domaine Roman farmed organically?

Yes, the whole vineyard is grown under organic farming. This path, set by the previous generation, aims to protect living soils and biodiversity, key to the balanced growth of the vines.

What grapes and cuvées does Domaine Roman make?

The wines rely on southern varieties. The reds include a grenache-mourvèdre blend in Plan de Dieu and a grenache-syrah-marselan in Côtes du Rhône. The white pairs clairette with grenache blanc, while the Cha'ladoc rosé showcases caladoc.

Where does the Cha'ladoc rosé name come from?

It combines the caladoc grape with Tigrou, the family cat. Estate lore says his fondness for the tank nearly earned him a dive straight into the rosé.