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The Domaine Olivier Pithon, an iconic institution in the Roussillon region, is renowned for its exceptional biodynamic wines. Founded in 2001 by Olivier Pithon—a native of the Loire Valley who comes from a long line of winemakers—the estate is located in Calce, in the Pyrénées-Orientales, at an elevation of 300 meters.
The terroir, composed of schist, marl, and clay-limestone, offers ideal conditions for viticulture.
Selected from a single plot of old vines planted on schist, D18 is a true expression of its terroir, produced with very low yields and aged for over a year in wooden ...
Light yellow in colour, it develops delicate and complex aromas. On the palate, it is full-bodied and long, with a tangy finish. Its hint of bitterness lends it persi...
Ruby red in colour. On the nose, subtle notes of violets and fruit. On the palate, ripe black fruits. A soft, succulent texture that delivers intense pleasure.
The estate covers approximately 22 hectares and cultivates grape varieties such as Macabeu, grey and white Grenache, Carignan, black Grenache and Mourvèdre. The wines are predominantly aged in large oak casks, with an emphasis on freshness for the whites and on infusion rather than extraction for the reds.
From the very beginning, Olivier Pithon chose to practise organic viticulture, which was certified in 2010. He also incorporates the principles of biodynamics, implementing practices such as sustainable soil management, the use of compost, the application of sulphur to combat powdery mildew and the preparation of herbal infusions to prevent downy mildew.
Biodiversity lies at the heart of his approach, with beehives, cows and sheep present in the vineyards, thereby promoting a balanced ecosystem.
