DOMAINE DES JEANNE

FAMILY VINEYARD IN THE LUBERON, PROVENCE

F R E Q U E N T L Y A S K E D Q U E S T I O N S

Everything you might want to ask

About the vineyard, the wine, how it compares, and how to get it!

Domaine des Jeanne is a 17-hectare family vineyard in Oppède, in the Luberon region of Provence, in the South of France. Founded in 2011 by Lord Mervyn and Lady Jeanne Davies with winemaker Alexandre Samour, it is best known for pale, dry, elegant rosé. Below are the questions we are asked most often — by newcomers, enthusiasts, gift buyers and trade alike.

The Vineyard

What is Domaine des Jeanne?

Domaine des Jeanne is a family vineyard of 17 hectares in Oppède, in the Luberon region of Provence, in the South of France. It was founded in 2011 by Lord Mervyn Davies and Lady Jeanne Davies together with winemaker Alexandre Samour. The vineyard is best known for its pale, dry, elegant rosé, and also produces white, sparkling and red wines. Many of the wines carry a "JJ" prefix, honouring the two Jeannes behind the name.

Where is Domaine des Jeanne made?

At our own vineyard in Oppède, in the Luberon — part of the wider Provence wine region. The 17 hectares sit between the mountains and the sea on limestone-rich soils, not far from the celebrated wine commune of Châteauneuf-du-Pape.

Taste & style

What wines does Domaine des Jeanne produce?

A small, focused range of wine. JJ Rosé is the signature still rosé (Luberon AOP), a pale, dry blend of Grenache, Cinsault, Clairette, Syrah and Ugni Blanc grown around the Luberon. There are two still whites — JJ Blanc, a Viognier, Roussanne and Grenache Blanc blend, and the prestige cuvée Prestige Blanc. The two sparkling wines are JJ Bulle Rosé, a pale rosé fizz from 100% Grenache, and JJ Bulle Blanche, a white sparkling from Ugni Blanc and Vermentino. The reds are Prestige Rouge, a Grenache and Syrah red, and Légende (Luberon AOP), the limited-edition flagship — a Grenache-Syrah blend, deep ruby, with red and black forest fruits, violet notes and velvety tannins.

What does Domaine des Jeanne rosé taste like?

JJ Rosé is pale in colour and dry, crisp and elegant on the palate — the classic South of France style. Made from Grenache, Syrah and Clairette, it shows fresh red-fruit and citrus character with a clean, refreshing finish. It is light and easy to drink, but with enough structure to pair with food rather than being only an aperitif.

Is Domaine des Jeanne rosé dry or sweet?

It is a dry rosé. Like the classic rosés of Provence and the wider South of France, JJ Rosé is made in a dry style with crisp acidity and no perceptible sweetness — which is exactly what makes it so food-friendly and refreshing.

What food pairs with Domaine des Jeanne rosé?

Mediterranean and summer food: grilled fish and prawns, chicken, lamb, salads, charcuterie, goat's cheese, and anything with herbs, lemon, garlic and olive oil. Its freshness cuts through richer grilled dishes while staying light enough for seafood and vegetables, so one bottle can carry a whole meal.

Comparisons

How does Domaine des Jeanne compare to Whispering Angel?

JJ Rosé is made in the same pale, dry, elegant style that has made Whispering Angel and other Provence rosés so popular. The key difference is scale and origin: Domaine des Jeanne is a small family vineyard making its own wine in the Luberon, rather than a large-volume brand.

For drinkers who enjoy the household-name Provence style but want something more distinctive from a family vineyard, it is a natural alternative.

Is it a Provence rosé or a Luberon rosé?

Both, really. The Luberon sits within the broader Provence wine region of the South of France, so a Luberon rosé is a Provence rosé made in a specific, distinctive corner of it. Domaine des Jeanne is proudly a Luberon vineyard — which is part of what sets it apart from the better-known coastal Provence names.

Gifting & buying

Does Domaine des Jeanne make a good gift?

Yes — rosé from a family vineyard makes an excellent gift for summer occasions, anniversaries, birthdays and as a host or thank-you present. It is widely liked, easy to serve and feels celebratory, while a wine with a family story behind it carries more of a sense of occasion than a supermarket label. You can order by the case; see our guide to rosé for gifting.

Where can I buy Domaine des Jeanne wine in the UK?

Directly through our online shop, with delivery across the UK, and through selected independent wine merchants and restaurants. Trade buyers — restaurants, hotels and merchants — can enquire about stocking the range via our trade page.

Does Domaine des Jeanne deliver, and how much is delivery?

Yes. Domaine des Jeanne delivers across the UK, sold by the six-bottle case (one wine per case), with delivery at £17.50 per order (£25 to Northern Ireland). Order in good time for a dated occasion.

Story & Name

Who founded Domaine des Jeanne?

It was founded in 2011 by Lord Mervyn Davies — a Welsh businessman, former banker and government minister — with his wife Lady Jeanne Davies, both keen wine collectors, and winemaker Alexandre Samour. The idea began as a search for the perfect rosé for their daughter's wedding, and grew into the purchase of a vineyard in Oppède in the Luberon. Read the full story here.

Why are the wines called "JJ"?

Many of the wines begin with "JJ" as a tribute to two Jeannes: Jeanne Davies, co-founder Lord Mervyn's wife and the person the vineyard is named after, and Petite Jeanne, the daughter of winemaker Alexandre Samour. The name reflects how central family is to both founding partners.

Can you visit Domaine des Jeanne?

Yes. We welcome visitors for tastings at the vineyard in Oppède, in the Luberon — a chance to taste the range where it is made, in the Provence countryside between the mountains and the sea. We also have a sister restaurant in Oppède-le-Vieux, a historic Luberon village where you can enjoy the wine and stunning French food.

Where to next

Shop JJ Rosé — our flagship dry rosé.

The best rosé for summer entertaining — choosing, buying and serving.

Best French rosé for gifting — for anniversaries, hosts and celebrations.

Our story — the founders, the winemaker and the vineyard in Oppède.