Domaine Piccard

Man of the earth that I am and from whom I descend, our earth is for me the first concern. Our vineyard, in the direct vicinity of the state house, extends over a little over 2 hectares.
Cultivated for more than ten years without herbicides, insecticides or mineral fertilizers, our parchets (plots of land) benefit from a rich fauna and flora within which the vine finds a privileged place. Indeed, the experience acquired over the last ten years shows that it is entirely possible to take care of everyone for the benefit of all.
A harmony and balance that is difficult to manage or even achieve, the important thing is to take the path. A path which also involves the diversification of the grape varieties cultivated, today around ten, among which the traditional Chasselas retains a place of choice.
Chardonnay, Gewürztraminer and Marsanne complete our palette of white grape varieties in an original way. The red grape varieties appreciate our location and our altitude. Pinot Noir and Gamay were the first to settle there to give birth to our Charmillon vintage, in 1962. Then came Plant-Robert, Gamaret, Garanoir, Syrah and Merlot. They have all taken up residence in our plots depending on the nature of each soil.

The domain

The terraced vineyard of Lavaux, a wine-growing region in the canton of Vaud (Switzerland), has been listed as a UNESCO world heritage site since 2007. At the heart of it, Domaine Piccard dominates the Lake Geneva basin and enjoys a breathtaking panorama. Breathtaking.

For four generations, the Piccard family has cultivated this land and made a living from it. More than a job, this important responsibility has become a true passion. The estate's wines invite you to immerse yourself in their living, vibrant, timeless nature.
Timeless, like the work and the vineyard to which the life of each generation is intimately linked.
Go through the gate and change world: welcome to Domaine Piccard!

Jean-Christophe Piccard
Artisan Winemaker

Information

Domain Name:
Domaine Piccard
Winemaker's Name:
Jean-Christophe Piccard
Country:
Switzerland
Region:
VD
Appellations:
Lavaux, VD, Vilette, Villette
Farming:
Organic / Biodynamic (Demeter)
Grape varieties:
Chasselas, Pinot Noir, Muscaris, Gewurstraminer, Chardonnay, Plant Robert, Gamay, Garanoir, Gamaret, Syrah, Merlot, Marsanne, Syrah & Merlot, Gewurztraminer, merlot