A southern Ardèche cooperative pairing local vinification centres with Rhône varieties and a volcanic-soil Syrah.
The producer
Founded in 1967, Vignerons Ardèchois - UVICA works principally with Syrah, Grenache, Chardonnay, Viognier and Chatus. Its decentralized structure uses 12 local vinification centres, with grapes pressed and vinified within a 15-minute drive of their vineyards. The range emphasizes approachable single-variety wines and fruit-driven blends. Basalte du Coiron, a single-varietal Syrah from volcanic soils, sits within the Terroir category and has a structured, ample palate with present, silky tannins.
Known for
Volcanic-soil Ardèche Syrah
Notable facts
Vignerons Ardèchois - UVICA was founded in southern Ardèche in 1967.
Its principal varieties are Syrah, Grenache, Chardonnay, Viognier and Chatus.
Basalte du Coiron Syrah combines red fruit and spice with pepper and nutmeg notes.
From the atlas
Vignerons Ardèchois - UVICA
A southern Ardèche cooperative working with Rhône varieties through local vinification centres, with Basalte du Coiron Syrah as a volcanic-soil bottling.
At A Glance
Region
Southern Ardèche
Founded
1967
Principal grapes
Syrah, Grenache, Chardonnay, Viognier, Chatus
Vinification
12 local centres
Focused bottle
Basalte du Coiron Syrah
The Producer
Vignerons Ardèchois - UVICA was founded in southern Ardèche in 1967. The cooperative works principally with Syrah, Grenache, Chardonnay, Viognier and Chatus, producing approachable single-variety wines and fruit-driven blends.
Vinification is decentralized across 12 local centres. Grapes from nearby vineyards can be pressed and vinified within a 15-minute drive of where they were harvested. This local structure accompanies a range built around familiar varieties, alongside wines organized by specific terroirs.
Place
Basalte du Coiron belongs to the Terroir range. It is a single-varietal Syrah explicitly associated with volcanic soils, giving the range a focused link between one grape, one named origin and one soil type.
Wines
Basalte du Coiron Syrah 2023 is deep red with violet reflections. Its expressive nose carries spice, pepper and nutmeg. The palate is structured, ample and powerful, with present tannins that are also soft and silky. Red fruit and spice share the aromatic profile.