Agroforestry and biodiversity in the vineyards, the choices of Domaine Rozel in Drôme Provençale

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Fighting against the wind, limiting the phenomena of frost in the morning, favoring the presence of birds and insects to naturally counter parasites, or even improving the levels of organic matter in the soil: the advantages of agroforestry are numerous. The idea is to plant different species of trees and shrubs around the plots of vines. A way to recreate what nature does with forests, an ecosystem where each living being has its role. Strong point of this process, sadly topical, is the fight against climatic hazards.

Family business for several centuries – the first vines were planted in 1464 exactly – the Rozel estate is now run by the brothers Bastien and Matthieu Rozel, still supported by their father Bruno. They cultivate 47 hectares in Valaurie and in the surrounding towns, a terroir labeled under the AOC Grignan-lès-Adhémar. Vionnier, Grenache, Syrah, Marsanne, the grape varieties of the Rhône Valley are given pride of place. The Rozel family also grows lavandin, alfalfa and white asparagus organically. The organic certification will be validated for the wine part in 2023.

Matthieu Rozel and his father Bruno in front of the cellar, located along the departmental road 541. If you go to Grignan from Montélimar, you will inevitably pass by. © Radio France
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Between these two parcels of vines, a hedge will rise in a few years. The soil has been worked, fertilized naturally, the seeds have been planted.
Between these two parcels of vines, a hedge will rise in a few years. The soil has been worked, fertilized naturally, the seeds have been planted. © Radio France
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