The history of Domaine Pignier is very ancient, and its roots date back to the thirteenth century. It was in fact the Carthusian monks who created and cared for the vineyards that are now part of the Montaigu winery, which were then purchased by the Pignier family in 1794, when the monks were forced to flee following the French Revolution. Coming to more recent times, between the 1970s and the end of the twentieth century, the various generations of the family increased the size of the Domaine, while in 2002 the conversion to biodynamic began, a fundamental step in understanding the style of Pignier wines. Today, three brothers lead this historic house in the French Jura, which extends over 37 acres within this specific wine-growing region. The Montaigu terroir is particularly suited to growing vines, and the Domaine team is careful to preserve this vocation, bringing to the harvest excellent quality grapes, which do not require too much intervention in the cellar. The focus is mainly on traditional varieties, such as Pulsard, Trousseau and Savagnin, as well as some international varieties such as Chardonnay. As previously mentioned, between the rows and in the cellar, procedures and work are followed that are based on biodynamic agriculture, which began to be tested way back in 1998 and is now certified by the international Demeter association. The wines reveal a strong character, obtained through a precise and punctual stylistic figure, which has its origins in tradition but always keeping in mind drinkability, the key to creating bottles that can make an impression on the hearts and palates of consumers.
The history of Domaine Pignier is very ancient, and its roots date back to the thirteenth century. It was in fact the Carthusian monks who created and cared for the vineyards that are now part of the Montaigu winery, which were then purchased by the Pignier family in 1794, when the monks were forced to flee following the French Revolution. Coming to more recent times, between the 1970s and the end of the twentieth century, the various generations of the family increased the size of the Domaine, while in 2002 the conversion to biodynamic began, a fundamental step in understanding the style of Pignier wines. Today, three brothers lead this historic house in the French Jura, which extends over 37 acres within this specific wine-growing region. The Montaigu terroir is particularly suited to growing vines, and the Domaine team is careful to preserve this vocation, bringing to the harvest excellent quality grapes, which do not require too much intervention in the cellar. The focus is mainly on traditional varieties, such as Pulsard, Trousseau and Savagnin, as well as some international varieties such as Chardonnay. As previously mentioned, between the rows and in the cellar, procedures and work are followed that are based on biodynamic agriculture, which began to be tested way back in 1998 and is now certified by the international Demeter association. The wines reveal a strong character, obtained through a precise and punctual stylistic figure, which has its origins in tradition but always keeping in mind drinkability, the key to creating bottles that can make an impression on the hearts and palates of consumers.
