winery

Domaine Rolet

Jura, France

Philosophy

Hand-harvested grapes from individual parcels, wild fermentation with minimal sulfur intervention. The estate manifests terroir through separate vinification and oxidative styles under flor in 14th-century cellars, balancing tradition with precision. Jura's indigenous varieties—Savagnin, Poulsard, Trousseau—speak with mineral clarity and supple freshness.

Reputation

Founded in 1942 by Désiré Rolet in eastern France's Jura region, the domaine emerged as a beacon of terroir expression within two generations. The Rolet children consolidated stewardship across four appellations, building a second estate in the Alps.

AllocationEstate transitioned from Rolet family ownership to tri-partite ownership (Devillard, Dupuis, Flambert) in June 2018; Devillard holds controlling stake and supplies management oversight. Currently in organic conversion (stated June 2021 onset per domaine-rolet.com); not yet certified organic—labeling shows 'practicing organic' per Skurnik. Vineyard hectare estimates vary slightly (60–66ha) across sources; 66ha used as most recent. No UK or Japan importer found; Skurnik confirmed as primary US distributor. Website available in English and French. Production volume not disclosed in sources. Historical appellation Château-Chalon mentioned but current holdings unclear per source conflicts. Founded year 1942 confirmed across all sources.

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