Our Story

The history of Domaine La Barroche dates all the way back to 1703 when Alexandre Barrot bought the first land comprising the present-day Domaine in the village of Châteauneuf-du-Pape. It has been handed down from one generation to the next ever since. Today, Domaine La Barroche is represented by a veritable patchwork of family members, in much the way that Châteauneuf-du-Pape's 13 grape varieties reflect the appellation's complexity. At the helm is Julien and Laetitia, a brother and sister team who is totally committed to the estate. Laetitia, the elder sibling, unquestionably one of the Domaine's driving forces, contributes her feminine sensitivity to a world that is traditionally masculine. Julien, the younger brother, has the resolute character typical of winegrowers devoted to their vocation and appellation. He came to work at the estate in 2002, barely 22 years of age, just after finishing his studies of oenology and with a business degree. He represents a new generation of winemakers who are very open minded while being greatly respectful of the terrior and the traditions passed on from previous generations. A rising star, Julien has produced cuvées that are consistently highly rated by well known international critics.