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More often than not, it seems that rebels must make do with post-humus gratification. Fortunately, Jean-Baptiste Senat, winemaker of his domaine and namesake, needs not to wait to benefit from his attitude towards work and life. Thirteen years ago, he brought his refreshing zeal back to his family’s vineyard, and now Sénat delivers wines that are more than fit to drink. They are charming and refreshingly expressive of the vineyard’s terroir of Minervois. At the end of the day, he confidently presents himself as a man of many facets; one who gets the best out of Languedoc, and encourages us all to do the same with his wine.
What is your job? I’ve been a winemaker since 1996.
Where is your domaine? In Trausse-Minervois, Aude.
Why did you choose wine? To share it with others.
Describe your wines in one word. Drinkable
Your best wine moment? It’s always the most recent: this morning I met Nicolas Carmarans, in Campouriez in North Aveyron. The wine was 100% Mansois, very desirious and full of character.
Your favorite dish? A filet of beef with fleur de l’Aubrac
Your favorite film? Vincent, François…et des Autres
What does ‘terroir’ mean to you? Dry
A quotation about wine? None, I prefer to drink it. But in general, “Man is intelligent because he has hands” (Anaxagoras)
What are you most proud of? My three children, and that I founded a group of wine called Changer l’aude en vin, a play on words for changing water to wine.
Your dream? That those who work the land and harvest grapes by hand can also achieve the good life.
Your idea of happiness? A game of petanque with my kids.
An essential quality? Friendship
The most beautiful place on Earth? Where I grew up.
Your favorite swearword? Geli Polla!
Your motto? To do what I say, and say what I do.
Any last words? I wasn’t always a winemaker; I remind myself everyday that I’m lucky to do what I love.
Tags: Jean-Baptiste Senat, La Nine, languedoc
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