{"title":"Olivier Pithon","description":"\u003ch2 data-start=\"258\" data-end=\"296\" class=\"\"\u003eA vocation rooted since childhood\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"346\" data-end=\"392\" class=\"\"\u003eFrom Anjou to Calce, an inspired journey\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"393\" data-end=\"997\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOlivier Pithon\u003c\/strong\u003e has a deeply rooted history in the world of wine since his childhood, having been introduced to it from an early age thanks to his winegrower grandfather in Anjou. This passion intensified with the presence of his big brother, also a winegrower on the slopes of Layon, who settled there when he was only four years old. Happy memories marked his childhood, spent in his brother's cellar, fueling his love for wine. At the age of 14, he began working in the latter's vineyards, developing an early sensitivity to vines and wine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1054\" data-end=\"1100\" class=\"\"\u003eTraining, encounters, and key influences\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"393\" data-end=\"997\" class=\"\"\u003eAt the age of 18, Olivier left his native region to continue his wine training in the Bordeaux region, he then explored other wine regions such as \u003cstrong\u003eJurançon\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/mireehaute.com\/en\/collections\/beaujolais\" title=\"Beaujolais\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/mireehaute.com\/en\/collections\/beaujolais\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBeaujolais\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e. Once his training was completed, he worked for five years in the \u003cstrong\u003eSaint-Émilion\u003c\/strong\u003e region, acquiring solid expertise in viticulture and winemaking. During his journey, Olivier met important figures in the world of wine, notably \u003cstrong\u003eStéphane Derenoncourt\u003c\/strong\u003e, a self-taught winemaker from Bordeaux, who introduced him to the importance of creating balanced and delicious wines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"1702\" data-end=\"1733\" class=\"\"\u003eA dream come true in Calce\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1735\" data-end=\"1770\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"393\" data-end=\"997\" class=\"\"\u003eHe also learned the importance of love of a job well done, precision in the choice of interventions, and respect for the raw material.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1735\" data-end=\"1770\" class=\"\"\u003e2001, the year of foundation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"2072\" data-start=\"1806\"\u003eHis desire to strike out on his own and make wine from his own vines finally came to fruition in \u003cstrong\u003e2001\u003c\/strong\u003e, when he found an ideal location in \u003cstrong\u003eCalce\u003c\/strong\u003e, in the \u003cstrong\u003ePyrénées-Orientales\u003c\/strong\u003e. It is here that his dream of owning his vines, his barrels and his wine came true.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"2127\" data-end=\"2173\" class=\"\"\u003eSublime terroir, Mediterranean varieties\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2174\" data-end=\"2365\" class=\"\"\u003eIts vines are located on an exceptional terroir, with soils of \u003cstrong\u003emarl\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eschist\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003elimestone\u003c\/strong\u003e, and grape varieties such as \u003cstrong\u003eMacabeu\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eGrenache\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eGris\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eCarignan\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eGrenache\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eNoir\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eMourvèdre\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"2406\" data-end=\"2452\" class=\"\"\u003eA holistic approach to living agriculture\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"\" data-end=\"2553\" data-start=\"2503\"\u003eBiodynamics, biodiversity, and love of craft\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"3020\" data-start=\"2554\"\u003eFrom the beginning, respect for the land and the vines was essential for him. He quickly embraced \u003cstrong\u003eorganic farming\u003c\/strong\u003e and, later, biodynamics, under the leadership of \u003cstrong\u003eJacques\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eMell\u003c\/strong\u003e, a biodynamic advisor. This approach is part of its desire to best express the potential of its terroirs and to obtain quality grapes. In addition to its commitment to organic and biodynamic viticulture, it strives to preserve the \u003cstrong\u003ebiodiversity\u003c\/strong\u003e of its environment. Animals are present on the estate, Laïs, the name of one of his vintages, is quite simply the cow which continually follows him!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"\" data-end=\"3109\" data-start=\"3065\"\u003eSensitive, balanced and grounded wines\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"3361\" data-start=\"3110\"\u003eOlivier maintains beehives, plants trees, sows plant cover in the vineyards. This global approach to agriculture is at the heart of its philosophy, contributing to the creation of sensitive, fair and environmentally friendly wines.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"mon-ptit-pithon-rouge-2025-olivier-pithon","title":"Mon P'Tit Pithon Rouge 2025 - Olivier Pithon","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e👨🏼🌾 Red Wine made by \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/mireehaute.com\/collections\/olivier-pithon\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eOlivier Pithon\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003e.\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eA Roussillon red that is both straightforward and incredibly easy to drink. Old vines organically grown on black schist give a wine that feels like a friendly companion... but hides a true precision. The nose opens with fresh black fruits, thyme, pepper, and a hint of black olive. On the palate, the juice is supple, fluid, without excessive alcohol or wood, supported by ripe fruit and powdery tannins. A free-spirited Southern red, perfect for a barbecue, ratatouille, or just a tired evening. \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e📍Region: \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eRoussillon\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e🍇Grape variety: Grenache, Mourvèdre \u0026amp; Syrah \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e📆Vintage: 2025\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e% Alcohol content: 13°\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAllergens: contains sulfites\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Olivier Pithon","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57193810362743,"sku":"OPITHONMPPR25","price":15.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0818\/6947\/2019\/files\/11cf356af4151bade16f0cff59bfd1f8_95f640e4-6e48-4195-ba44-d13f476586b1.png?v=1781771358"},{"product_id":"mon-ptit-pithon-blanc-2025-olivier-pithon","title":"Mon P'Tit Pithon Blanc 2025 - Olivier Pithon","description":"\u003cp\u003e👨🏼🌾 White Wine made by \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/mireehaute.com\/collections\/olivier-pithon\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eOlivier Pithon\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003e\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA white wine that tastes of the south wind. Predominantly Maccabeu, then Grenache Blanc and Gris, grown on schist and clay: the combination is luminous, dry, and deeply mouth-watering. The nose evokes almond blossom, fresh pear, and wild fennel. On the palate, it rolls smoothly with a gentle acidity and a slightly saline finish. It's simple, good, and makes you crave bread, sheep's cheese, or grilled fish with a squeeze of lemon. A thirst-quenching wine... with substance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e📍Region: \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eRoussillon\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e🍇Grape Variety: Maccabeu, Grenache Blanc \u0026amp; Gris\u003cbr\u003e📆Vintage: 2025\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(119, 119, 119); font-size: 13px; font-weight: 500;\"\u003e%\u003c\/span\u003e Alcohol Content: 12.5°\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAllergens: contains sulfites\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Olivier Pithon","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57193810657655,"sku":"OPITHONMPPB25","price":15.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0818\/6947\/2019\/files\/d335ada608d54bcb200e9ea645ba12bc_bb703027-2d4f-4bb9-9683-b28075964b51.png?v=1781771361"}],"url":"https:\/\/mireehaute.com\/en-gb\/collections\/olivier-pithon.oembed","provider":"Marée Haute","version":"1.0","type":"link"}