Le Tourmentin
The winery's visionary icon
Since 1983, Le Tourmentin has embodied the Famille Rouvinez's boldness and has profoundly shaped the history of Valais wines. As the region's first blend aged in barrels, it has become an essential benchmark.
Pioneering blend
Exceptional maturation
Emblematic signature
A revolution born in 1983
Created by Jean-Bernard and Dominique Rouvinez, Le Tourmentin was born from a bold vision: to introduce an approach to Valais inspired by great wines, based on blending and aging in oak barrels.
At a time when these practices were still non-existent in the region, this choice marked a true breakthrough. Le Tourmentin quickly became one of the first Valais wines to assert a more structured, more ambitious style, while remaining faithful to its original terroir.
Over the decades, it has established itself as a strong signature of Domaines Rouvinez, a symbol of innovation and consistency.
A unique style, between power and elegance
Aged with precision in the winery's barrel tunnel, Le Tourmentin develops a deep structure and great aromatic complexity.
Its blend of Pinot Noir, Cornalin, Humagne Rouge, and Syrah gives it richness and balance. Aromas of ripe black fruits, spices, and elegant woody notes are expressed with finesse, supported by silky tannins and a beautiful length on the palate.
It is a wine built to last, which evolves over time and reveals its full dimension.
La Trémaille
Time as a signature
As an extension of Le Tourmentin, La Trémaille explores another expression: that of a great white wine for aging.
Born from a demanding process, it combines the tension of Petite Arvine with the structure of Chardonnay. Aged in the same barrel tunnel, it is distinguished by its balance and its ability to evolve over time.
More than a wine, La Trémaille embodies a vision: one of patient, precise work, where every decision counts.
The same philosophy
Le Tourmentin and La Trémaille are based on a simple conviction: time is an ally.
Each vintage is the result of rigorous selection and meticulous work, where the goal is not to produce more, but to produce just right. This high standard gives birth to structured, elegant, and deeply expressive wines.
Wines from the Le Tourmentin range
La Trémaille
Le Tourmentin
Cardboard gift box 3x 75 cl (1x Trémaille & 2x Tourmentin)
Le Tourmentin 300cl Wooden Box
Wooden gift box 3 x 75 cl (1x Trémaille & 2x Tourmentin)
What our customers say
A wine that connects the Rhône, time, and emotion.
Geoffrey Bentrari - Sommelier in Geneva
A wine of character, demanding and deeply sincere.
Liliana Sciascia - Taster in Basel
40 vintages, and still the same emotion.
Pierrick Maeder - Enthusiast & ambassador
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Frequently asked questions about Le Tourmentin
Why is Le Tourmentin an emblematic Valais wine?
Because it was one of the first wines in the region to introduce barrel aging and the blending of grape varieties.
This innovative approach marked a turning point in Valais viticulture.
Which grape varieties make up Le Tourmentin?
Le Tourmentin is made from a blend of Pinot Noir, Cornalin, Humagne Rouge, and Syrah, which provide it with structure, complexity, and aging potential.
How long can Le Tourmentin be stored?
Depending on the vintage, Le Tourmentin can be kept for 4 to 10 years, or even longer. It gains complexity and finesse over time.
What makes La Trémaille unique?
La Trémaille is a white wine aged in barrels, designed to evolve over time.
Its blend of Petite Arvine and Chardonnay gives it tension, structure, and elegance.
Is the wood very present in these wines?
Barrel aging is used with precision to accompany the wine without masking the fruit. It brings complexity and structure while respecting the identity of the terroir.
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