Winery Pithon-Paillé

The history and vision of Winery Python Paillé

Winery Pithon-Paillé, rooted in the Loire Valley, was born of a family's passion and commitment to the terroirs of this wine-growing region. Founded by Jo Pithon in 1978, Winery has been committed to environmentally-friendly viticulture and biodiversity from the outset. Jo Pithon distinguished himself by his innovative vision and his choice of organic growing methods at a time when these practices were still not widespread. This commitment to quality and authenticity has enabled Winery to quickly make a name for itself in the Anjou region and beyond.

In the 2000s, Jo Pithon joined forces with his nephew, Joseph Paillé, bringing a breath of both renewal and continuity. Together, they continue to cultivate vines on renowned terroirs such as Savennières, Layon and Coteaux du Layon, producing wines of great finesse, marked by their terroir. In 2008, Jo Pithon decided to hand over Winery to his partners for a fresh start. But his visionary spirit remains engraved in the DNA of Winery Pithon-Paillé, which continues to favor sustainable viticulture and minimal intervention in the cellar to reveal the full purity of local grape varieties, particularly Chenin.

Craftsmanship for pure, elegant wines

In the Python Paillé cellars, winemaking is an artistic process carried out with respect for each individual Grape variety and the potential of each vintage. Red and white wines are made using natural winemaking methods, with no oenological inputs, allowing authentic aromas to develop unhindered. For the reds, a long maceration is favored, to extract the best from the tannins and give the wines a balanced, powerful structure, while maintaining their characteristic finesse. As for the whites, they are vinified gently and precisely to preserve their freshness and minerality.

Winery uses indigenous yeasts to promote natural fermentations, avoiding external additions that might mask the nuances of the terroir. Ageing takes place in oak barrels, allowing the wines to gain in complexity, while contact with the lees adds extra roundness. This technique of maturing on the lees, without filtration or fining, reveals the subtle aromas and silky texture that characterize Python Paillé wines. Finally, each cuvée is bottled by hand, a final step that reflects the meticulous care given to every detail throughout the process, to deliver authentic wines of remarkable quality.

Food and wine pairing: sublimate the wines of Winery Python Paillé

The wines of Winery Python Paillé, marked by their purity and complexity, pair wonderfully with a variety of dishes, offering gourmet, elegant alliances. Chenin Blanc whites, fresh and mineral, are perfect with seafood dishes, grilled fish or goat's cheese, underlining the delicacy of these dishes without overpowering them. The Cabernet Franc-based reds, with their red fruit aromas and delicate tannins, are ideal with grilled meats, roast poultry or dishes in sauce such as coq au vin. Their structure and elegance also bring harmony to vegetarian dishes, such as roasted vegetables with herbs or wild mushroom dishes, revealing all their character in subtle, flavorful combinations. Each Python Paillé wine is designed to sublimate the flavors of the dishes and create unique tasting moments, where terroir and gastronomy meet in perfect alchemy.