Le Domaine de la Sénancole
The Domaine de la Sénancole
An outstanding location, set in the Luberon Regional Park, the domain lies on the fertile plains east of Avignon, niched between the rugged hills of North Vaucluse and Southern Luberon.
The plains are of Quaternary soil (alluvial deposits) and are part of an area of major biological value, that is listed on the Natura 2000 Network bringing together natural sites of great heritage value, thanks to their exceptional fauna and flora.
The olive groves of the domain of the Sénancole are located next to the Sénancole river, besides which the Cistercian monks established the Sénanque Abbey in the 12th century.
The Domain which was formerly a winery, has been restructured and replanted with emblematic olive trees from our beloved Luberon
- Firstly there are Aglandau olive trees, of course, because it is in the Vaucluse that they find their favorite land. In fact, they make up the vast majority of trees on the Domain, providing us with the most intense and blazing olive oils, faithful to the values of our land.
- Then, there are Bouteillan olive trees, grown primarily in Provence and famous for their smooth and aromatic taste (reminding us of raw artichoke and fresh hay).
- And finally, there are Picholine olive trees which complete the range and blends and help pollinate other olive trees. Their oil has a subtle, fruity, slightly peppery flavor.
The domain is classified among the PDO (Protected Designation of Origin) of PROVENCE.
Respect for the nature
From the day they were planted, we have grown our olive trees with respect for their well-being and precious fruit.
We keep the usage of phytosanitary products to a strict minimum, favoring instead a cocktail of moon’s cycle and natural organic nutrients. Left-over cuttings and scraps from pressings are put back on the roots of the trees; by sustaining underground fauna we can encourage virtuous and natural growth cycles.
It is on this basis that we initiated our formal conversion to Bio throughout the domain starting in july 2020. After successfully passing two demanding inspections per year, we are officially accredited ORGANIC for the 2024 harvest.
Respect of people and environment
Since February 2022, the estate achieved– via the QualiSud certification body – the prestigious High Environmental Value (HEV) label.
The HEV label, obtained after a demanding process requiring the highest standards, bears testimony to our permanent efforts to preserve the diversity of the domain, optimize the management of agro-waste produced on-site, limit the use of irrigation, whilst also ensuring the well- being and safety of our staff.