Le Serret 1826 Red 2021

Le Serret 1826 Red 2021

Justine Vigne

Terroir, plot size and grape varieties

In the sun-drenched heart of the Southern Rhône Valley, where the rounded pebbles hold the memory of warm days and cool nights, Le Serret 1826 is born , a red wine with a name steeped in emotion and history. Behind this 100% Carignan cuvée lies much more than a simple vintage: a vibrant tribute to the family roots of Justine Vigne, a passionate winemaker who has crafted a profound, deeply rooted, and sincere wine. The name “1826” evokes the year the Vigne family settled in Richerenches , while “Le Serret” designates the very first plot of the estate, planted in 1955 by Justine’s grandfather, as an act of faith in the land and in time.

This Carignan, an often-overlooked grape variety, regains its full nobility here, magnified by a sunny and windy terroir, conducive to a pure and structured expression. The soil, nourished by history and silence, allows the fruit to speak with intensity.

Cultivation methods

True to an artisanal approach and respect for all living things, Justine Vigne cultivates her vines organically , with meticulous attention to every detail. Soil work is gentle, interventions measured, allowing the vines to express themselves freely. In the vineyard as in the cellar, the philosophy is clear: do not rush anything, work with the natural elements, preserve their identity. The winemaking, precise and unadorned, aims for accuracy, sincerity, and the inner light of the fruit. Thus, Le Serret 1826 stands as an ode to patience and fidelity to its origins.

Tasting & pairings

From the moment it's opened, Le Serret 1826 – vintage 2021 – unfolds a dense and captivating nose: patinated leather , ripe black fruits like blackberry and plum, and a spicy undertone reminiscent of garrigue after the rain. On the palate, the wine asserts its structure , without heaviness, with a mouthwatering freshness that lengthens the finish and invites indulgence. The wine is clean, taut, and precise, revealing a rare balance between intensity and elegance.

This wine calls for generous and characterful dishes: grilled meats , artisanal charcuterie , mature cheeses , and juicy red meats . It pairs wonderfully with a wood-fired ribeye steak or a plate of well-aged tomme cheese, revealing all its nuances in dialogue with the dish.

With Le Serret 1826 , Justine Vigne delivers a wine of memory and conviction, a wine of lineage and place, which touches the heart with its sincerity as much as its mastery. A bottle that doesn't just tell a story: it brings it to life, sip after sip.