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Olivier Pithon - Laïs Rouge 2009

Côtes du Roussillon|Red wine|Organic

4.6/5 (7 customers)

Rating: RVF 16/20
“The floral and peppery notes of the 2009 Laïs red carry through into a tight, sap-like profile” (Les Meilleurs Vins de France 2012 - RVF). A 16-month aging in large oak casks brings out the full richness and complexity of this cuvée. The winemaking process has also successfully captured the wine’s volume and freshness, achieving the perfect balance. A truly beautiful achievement!

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Estate

Domaine Olivier Pithon

Vintage

Laïs

Vintage

2009

Designation

Côtes du Roussillon

Region

Roussillon

Grape varieties

Syrah, Carignan, Grenache Noir, Mourvèdre

Regions

Shale, Marl, Clay-limestone

Viticulture

vineyard cultivated using certified organic farming methods

Grape Harvest

manual

Winemaking

three to four weeks of maceration

Livestock farming

14 to 18 months in casks

Alcohol content

13%

Organic

Yes

Eye

beautiful ruby color

Palate

full-bodied and fresh, with a nice balance

Serve

at 14-17°C

Open

1 hour ago

Drink from

2011

Drink before

2015

Production

15,000 bottles

Food and wine pairings

A déguster sur des viandes grillées, des gibiers, un plateau de fromages... <br/>

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Bettane & Desseauve

Rated estate (2024 guide): 2 stars (A solid, recommendable production, though slightly more consistent and uniform than the previous one)

About the estate:

The brother of the famous Jo Pithon, a leading figure in the Layon hillsides during the 1990s, Olivier Pithon fell in love with the terroirs of Calce, where his journey began in 2001. A devoted biodynamic winemaker, he imbues his wines with a distinct identity—vines that are rich and easy to enjoy.

RVF - The French Wine Review / Guide to the Best Wines of France

RVF - La Revue du Vin de France / Guide des Meilleurs Vins de France

Rated estate (2024 guide) 2*Stars (These exceptional estates, often blessed with fabulous terroirs, are must-haves that, thanks to the consistency and excellence of their wines, deserve a place in the cellars of discerning wine lovers)

About the estate:

This is the story of a winemaker from Anjou, who had spent time in Bordeaux, and who fell in love with the village of Calce in 2000. In 2001, Olivier Pithon found about 7 hectares in the area and immediately purchased his first biodynamic preparation to implement biodynamic practices. The estate was certified in 2010. Today, it spans 22 hectares across three areas with distinct geologies (schist, marl, and clay-limestone). The winery, built just outside the village, also allows the winemaker to produce his small-scale wine business using grapes from quality growers who share his philosophy. All the wines are full of charm, with very delicate textures on the palate and a lively energy. Always joyful, expressive, and juicy, these vintages develop extra body and tension compared to wines meant for aging. A benchmark estate.

Customer rating

4.6/5

based on 7 reviews