Renais means
rebirth.
A modern gin born from three decades of winemaking, and the grapes most would leave behind.
Every bottle of Renais begins somewhere unexpected: the skins of French wine grapes, pressed for wine in Burgundy and given a second life in England. This is the story of a family, a place, and a spirit reborn.
A family rootedin Burgundy
The Watson family have a deep-rooted connection with Burgundy wines and the beautiful countryside that surrounds them. Chris Watson planted his vines in Northern France more than three decades ago and has been producing award-winning wines ever since.
He is also the only Englishman to have been made a Pilier of the region, an honour bestowed on those crafting exemplary wines and safeguarding the interests of the region.
The only Englishman ever made a Pilier of the region.
A second lifefor the grape
Renais is inspired by the people, produce and provenance of Northern France, an iconic wine region. The area is home to a wine cultivated over generations and a world-renowned terroir, and both are reborn in Renais, a vibrant and delicious modern gin inspired by the region and its artisans, and imbued with the distinctive flavour of grape skins.
Renais means 'rebirth' in French, and that's a nod not only to how the spirit is crafted from upcycled grapes, but also the winemaking heritage that comes before it.
We give French wine grapes a second life, creating something new from what already exists.
Carried on bythe next generation
Today, Alex Watson is proud to have created Renais, which sees the terroir of Domaine Watson reborn in a unique spirit, using upcycled grapeskins from the winemaking process including their family vineyard.
Led by Alex, an experienced drinks industry professional, Renais continues the family's legacy of showcasing the very best of the region's terroir.
Renais is more than a business. It is our family’s story, carried forward by a new generation.
Old world roots,New world spirit
Renais carries a winemaking legacy into a modern spirit. Heritage gives it depth. Curiosity keeps it moving.
From France to England
Elevating & inspiring
From beautiful, original and contemporary cocktails created for Renais's unique flavour profile to beautifully curated merchandise, Renais aims to elevate the gin-drinking experience and inspire those who drink it.
Drinking & doing better
We set ourselves high standards and always consider the impact of our actions. We are committed to working hard on our vineyards and the distillery and evaluate every step from grape to glass. Our conscientious work with our supply chain, our consumers and the drinks industry results in a gin that's not just delicious, but made with genuine care.
Balancing old & new
Renais is a modern interpretation of a heritage product: a 21st-century gin whose roots go back generations. Everything from our production process and bottle to the spirit inside it pays homage to what came before, but lives in the here and now.
Every botanical in the bottle
Eleven botanicals go into every bottle of Renais. Led by the grape, grounded in the minerality of Kimmeridgian stone, and balanced by ten more.
The Heart
Upcycled from the press
French Wine Grapes
The soul of Renais: upcycled French wine grape skins, saved from the winemaking process at Domaine Watson and redistilled into the one ingredient that makes Renais unlike any other gin.
Kimmeridgian Stone
Offering structure and minerality.
Juniper Berries
The quintessential gin botanical, with citrus-like character.
Lemon Peel
Luscious and aromatic, with zesty top notes and crisp acidity.
Coriander Seeds
Beautifully piquant, with a kick of deep, rich flavour.
Linden Flowers
Lightly sweet and herbaceous, with fresh garden flavours.
Cubeb Berries
Giving a subtle warmth and spiciness to complement other botanicals.
Acacia Honey
Lusciously rich, providing sweetness and light floral notes.
Angelica Root
Aromatic, pungent, earthy flavour with a slight sweetness and a herbal note.
Lime Slices
Bright, refreshing and zesty.
Rock Salt
A hint of minerality, which adds complexity and depth to the overall flavour.
From our family to your glass.
Born from winemaking tradition and made with upcycled grapes, Renais is a distinctive gin inspired by the people, produce and provenance of Northern France.
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