Estates & Expertise
Every wine starts with a place
From Loèche to Fully, our estates reflect the diversity of Valais. Soils, altitudes, and climates shape unique wines, crafted with precision by Famille Rouvinez.
Living and expressive soils
Precise work, parcel by parcel
Emblematic grape varieties
I know nothing serious here below but the cultivation of the vine
Voltaire
A sustainable vision, passed down since 1945
At Domaines Rouvinez, sustainability is not a recent trend. It is part of a family history that began in 1945, where each generation has sought to produce wines of character while respecting the Valais terroirs.
From the modest practices of the early days to the implementation of integrated production, then to the development of organic viticulture, this vision has been built continuously, through action and by example. Today, it translates into coherent, measurable, and forward-looking choices.
- Approximately 60 ha organic, the rest according to integrated production specifications
- 16% of bottles washed and reused
- 150% of electricity needs covered by solar energy
Our wine estates
in the heart of Valais terroirs
From Loèche to Fully, our estates span a mosaic of soils, altitudes and exposures unique in Switzerland. Each parcel benefits from a specific microclimate and adapted expertise.
Discover our estates
Château Lichten
Petite Arvine
Cornalin
Humagne Rouge
Syrah
A spectacular Alpine estate, where the steep terraces of Loèche give rise to precise, fresh wines that are intensely marked by their terroir.
Noble-Contrée
Sauvignon Blanc
The Noble-Contrée estate faces the crown of the Valais Alps. Its highly calcareous soil is perfectly suited for Sauvignon Blanc.
Prafalcon
Marsanne (Ermitage)
On the banks of the Rhône in Sierre, the mineral slopes and optimal sunshine of Prafalcon sublimate the Marsanne. A rich, structured wine with a beautiful freshness.
Colline de Géronde
Pinot Noir
The oldest estate of the Rouvinez family, Colline de Géronde overlooks Sierre. Its moraine and filtering soil produces a Pinot Noir of remarkable finesse and depth.
Crêta-Plan
Syrah
Isolated on the Sierre plain and surrounded by forest, Crêta-Plan is the first organic estate of the Rouvinez family. Its alluvial soils give rise to an intense, spicy, and profound Syrah.
Clos Saint-Marcel
Merlot
Gamaret
In Grône, the Clos Saint-Marcel estate benefits from sandy, permeable soil crossed by a mountain stream. A gentle and steady heat, ideal for a harmonious and elegant Merlot.
Ravanay
Johannisberg
On the alluvial fan of Chamoson, the geologically complex terroir of Ravanay offers Johannisberg an exceptional soil. The result: a round, fresh, and aromatically rich Sylvaner.
Clos de Montibeux
Cornalin
Between Chamoson and Leytron, the gravelly, well-drained soils of Clos de Montibeux are ideally suited to Cornalin. Refined, structured wines that are intensely Valaisan.
Ardévaz
Humagne Rouge
Nestled beneath the rocky massif of Ardève, the Ardévaz estate accumulates warmth to reveal Humagne Rouge in all its typicity. An authentic, structured wine, deeply rooted in Valais.
Les Seilles
Petite Arvine
In Fully, the gneiss walls and the hot, dry climate of Les Seilles create ideal conditions for Petite Arvine. Salinity, tension, and aromatic depth are all present.
Terroir & Character
Terroir is central to our approach.
In Valais, it expresses itself through exceptional geological and climatic diversity: calcareous, granitic, or morainic soils, strong temperature fluctuations, multiple exposures, and altitudes ranging from the plain to the highest hillsides.
This natural richness is enhanced by attentive and sustainable viticulture.
Generalized grassing, biodiversity preservation, maintenance of dry stone walls, and precise observation of each parcel help maintain living and balanced soils.
Each grape variety is planted where it expresses itself best. When the soil is alive and the vine well adapted to its terroir, the grapes gain in precision, freshness, and character.
A global responsibility, from vineyard to business
Sustainability is also expressed through technical and human choices, often invisible but essential. At Domaines Rouvinez, water, energy, and resources are managed with precision to limit environmental impact without compromising quality.
Drip irrigation is widespread on irrigable parcels, renewable energies largely cover the estate's needs, and electric mobility is gradually developing. Circularity is encouraged, particularly through the valorization of by-products and the reuse of bottles.
This approach is part of a local and human ecosystem: continuous training of teams, welcoming apprentices, regional partnerships, and commitment to the Valais cultural and social fabric.
Labels & Commitments
A terroir shaped by alpine climate
Valais benefits from a unique alpine climate, marked by strong thermal variations between day and night, particularly during the grape ripening period from August to October.
These variations promote the development of great aromatic richness while preserving an acidity essential to the balance of the wines.
With moderate precipitation, approximately 600 mm per year in Sierre, water management is a key challenge. Since 2004, a drip irrigation system has been installed across all parcels, allowing precise and controlled water supply according to the vine's needs.
The foehn, this warm and dry wind characteristic of Valais, also plays a beneficial role by limiting cryptogamic diseases and promoting berry concentration at the end of ripening.
Our expertise in service of the terroir
Our wines are the result of precise work, carried out from vineyard to cellar with rigor and attention to detail.
Each parcel is observed, understood and cultivated according to its specificities, in order to best respect the expression of its terroir.
This approach continues during vinification, where each grape variety benefits from tailored care. Depending on the desired style, wines are aged in stainless steel tanks to preserve freshness and fruit, or in Swiss oak barrels and casks to provide structure and complexity. This mastery allows us to create balanced, elegant wines that are true to their origin.