Domaine Serene

Refining the Luxury Wine Experience

Domaine Serene is America’s most awarded winery, a name synonymous with excellence in Pinot Noir and Chardonnay. Founded in 1989 by Grace and Ken Evenstad, Domaine Serene pioneered Oregon’s luxury wine industry at a time when the world had yet to recognize the Willamette Valley’s full potential. Over the decades, their influence expanded beyond the Dundee Hills, cementing their place as one of the most prestigious names in American winemaking.

In 2014, Domaine Serene approached Watson Creative to refine and evolve their brand. The winery was celebrating its 25th anniversary, acquiring vineyards—including holdings in Burgundy, France—and expanding its estate. This milestone called for a brand strategy that would elevate its visual identity, enhance its retail presence, and create an immersive digital experience worthy of its wines.

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Crafting a Brand That Honors Legacy and Innovation

Domaine Serene had already established its reputation for craftsmanship and world-class wines. However, as the brand grew, it needed to translate that excellence into cohesive branding, packaging, and storytelling across every touchpoint—from bottle labels to online retail experiences.

Watson engaged in comprehensive brand strategy and execution, ensuring every element of Domaine Serene’s identity reflected its heritage, prestige, and forward-thinking innovation.

Key initiatives included:

  • A refined brand identity and guidelines that aligned with Domaine Serene’s status as a luxury winery
  • Hand-illustrated vineyard and winery artwork, capturing the grandeur of their estates, including their gravity-flow production facility
  • A complete packaging and label redesign, ensuring elegance, authenticity, and regulatory compliance across global markets
  • Retail and trade strategies, including point-of-sale displays, shelf talkers, and distributor engagement tools
  • An online store, club membership platform and trade portal, providing a seamless experience for both consumers and industry partners

Elevating Packaging to Match the Wine’s Prestige

Luxury wine packaging is more than aesthetics—it’s a tactile experience that conveys quality, history, and exclusivity. Watson reimagined Domaine Serene’s labels, bottle designs, and packaging, ensuring they reflected the meticulous attention to detail that goes into each vintage.

The design work was inspired by Burgundian traditions and Oregon’s terroir, integrating:

  • Elegant typography and refined gold accents
  • Custom illustrations of estate vineyards and architectural landmarks
  • A label hierarchy that distinguished Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, and sparkling wines while maintaining brand unity
  • Each label became a statement of quality, reinforcing Domaine Serene’s commitment to excellence and making an impact at both retail and fine dining establishments worldwide.

RESEARCH

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Results

Results: A Brand That Matches the Excellence in the Bottle

The collaboration between Watson and Domaine Serene resulted in a stronger, more cohesive brand presence across every touchpoint. Domaine Serene’s retail visibility increased, with more recognition in competitive luxury wine markets. The new packaging elevated shelf appeal, driving stronger consumer engagement and reinforcing exclusivity. The online and trade experience streamlined purchasing and education, creating a more immersive journey for wine collectors and distributors alike. Watson also developed a club membership platform and rewards system, integrating exclusive benefits both at Domaine Serene’s locations and through online sales. This enhanced customer loyalty, increased repeat purchases, and provided club members with personalized offers, early access to limited releases, and VIP experiences at the winery, further strengthening the brand’s connection with its most devoted customers.

Benefits

Client Testimonial

“Watson helped us bring our brand to a new level—refining our story, our presentation, and the way we engage with the world. Their ability to combine strategy, design, and digital solutions made an impact that will carry us into the next generation of Domaine Serene.”

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Strategy

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Content

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Digital

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