Domaine Sol Payré

The Winery at the Foot of the Pyrenees

Located in the southern Languedoc-Roussillon region, Domaine Sol Payré is the last vineyard before the Spanish border. This family-owned winery has been cultivating its land since 1913, spanning five generations. Today, Jean-Claude, along with his wife Pascale, daughter Margaux, and son Bertrand, continues the family tradition. They prioritize independence and resilience, a philosophy they celebrated during their centennial anniversary in 2013 with the motto, “Resist!”

Distinct Terroirs of Domaine Sol Payré

Domaine Sol Payré boasts two unique terroirs. The first is a seven-hectare site in the Agly Valley, situated at an elevation of 300 meters, characterized by rocky soils of gneiss, granite, and schist. The second, located in the Aspres area, encompasses 40 hectares of clay-limestone soil. This combination of diverse soils, high temperatures, and limited rainfall, along with carefully selected grape varieties, results in exceptional wines. All wines produced here fall under the Côtes de Roussillon appellation, primarily using Grenache, Mourvèdre, and Syrah grapes, along with Carignan, a variety often found in Spanish wines.

Quality Through Green Harvesting

To enhance the quality of their wines, Domaine Sol Payré employs the green harvesting method. This technique involves selectively picking some grapes while they are still green, allowing the remaining fruit to receive more sunlight and nutrients. The winery typically ferments its red wines in temperature-controlled stainless steel vats before aging them in wooden barrels for 12 months, ensuring a refined and balanced flavor profile.