Domaine de Pilhoy

Domaine de Pilhoy

A family organic estate of the Bordeaux vineyard, in Rions (Gironde). Born in 1962 and passed down from generation to generation, it is now run by the father-daughter duo Georges and Julia Raynaud, in certified organic farming. A complete range of AOC Bordeaux: Cuvée Père & Fille, Cuvée Julia, Bordeaux red, white and rose.

At Domaine de Pilhoy, wine is above all a matter of family, patience and assumed choices. The story begins in 1962, when the grandfather acquired the estate. Passionate about the vine and wine, he naturally passed on his savoir-faire to his son, then to the next generation. A simple and sincere transmission, without artifice, exactly like the wines it produces.

Cuvée Père & Fille

Red - AOC Bordeaux (Merlot & Cabernet Sauvignon)

The estate's emblematic cuvee, in the image of the father-daughter duo. A blend of Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon revealing aromas of red fruits, violet and spices. The palate is supple, round and generous, marked by blackberry, cherry and blackcurrant. A wine of sharing, ideal with roast poultry, a rib of beef or a cheese board.

Cuvée Julia — White

Dry white - AOC Bordeaux (50% Sauvignon, 50% Sémillon)

A dry white wine aged in new barrels, from an equal blend of Sauvignon and Semillon. The nose opens on ripe fruits, the palate is ample and rich, carried by notes of citrus and a finely integrated oak. An elegant, modern and assertive cuvee.

Bordeaux Rosé

Rosé - AOC Bordeaux

Pale pink robe, expressive nose with aromas of strawberry and English candy. The palate is fresh, light and thirst-quenching. Perfect as an aperitif or with summer grills.

Bordeaux Blanc

White - AOC Bordeaux (Sauvignon, Sémillon, Muscadelle)

A blend of Sauvignon, Semillon and Muscadelle. Bright robe, floral nose, balanced and generous palate. A versatile white, ideal with fish, shellfish or white meats.

Bordeaux Rouge

Red - AOC Bordeaux (Merlot & Cabernet Franc)

A majority of Merlot completed by Cabernet Franc. A fleshy, concentrated wine, with notes of ripe and cooked fruits. A sincere Bordeaux red, with a frank expression of its terroir.

Family organic Bordeaux, direct from the estate

A family Bordeaux, organic and sincere

Choosing a wine from Domaine de Pilhoy means a family estate born in 1962, a close-knit father-daughter duo, a certified organic viticulture on the slopes of Rions, and an accessible range of reds, whites and roses in AOC Bordeaux. True wines, designed for pleasure and sharing.

How do the clay-limestone slopes of Rions influence the roundness, freshness and balance of the red and white wines from organic farming?

The south-facing clay-limestone slopes of Domaine de Pilhoy offer a slow, regular and balanced ripening of the grape. The clay brings substance and roundness to the reds (Merlot, Cabernet), while the limestone gives freshness and tension to the whites (Sauvignon, Semillon). Conducted in organic farming, with mechanical weeding and strict limitation of inputs, the vine expresses its terroir more faithfully: the reds are fleshy and generous, the whites ample and fresh, in a natural balance between ripeness and vivacity, without masking the expression of the grape.

Where is Domaine de Pilhoy located?

In the commune of Rions, at the heart of the Bordeaux vineyard (Gironde). The estate covers around 30 to 35 hectares of vines, including 15 hectares in one block, resting on south-facing clay-limestone slopes, an ideal configuration for a slow, balanced ripening of the grapes.

Who are Georges and Julia Raynaud?

The father-daughter duo at the head of the estate. Although born among the vines, Julia Raynaud first turned towards nursing before answering the call of the land: a BTS in wine and spirits trade, a degree in wine tourism, then nine years on the family property. In February 2017, she officially partnered with her father, Georges Raynaud. Father and daughter work in perfect harmony, so much so that they are often described as true clones.

Is Domaine de Pilhoy organic?

Yes: the estate is now certified in organic farming. Deeply attached to the preservation of the soils and living things, Georges and Julia Raynaud chose a demanding organic viticulture: mechanical weeding, strict limitation of inputs and constant observation of the vine, to produce wines faithful to their terroir without masking the natural expression of the grape.

What is the history of Domaine de Pilhoy?

A story of family, patience and assumed choices. It begins in 1962, when the grandfather acquired the estate. Passionate about the vine and wine, he naturally passed on his savoir-faire to his son, then to the next generation. A simple and sincere transmission, without artifice, exactly like the wines it produces.

Which grapes make up the vineyard?

The grape mix faithfully reflects the identity of Bordeaux: in red, Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc; in white, Sauvignon, Semillon and Muscadelle. This diversity makes it possible to craft a complete range of reds, whites and roses in AOC Bordeaux.

What is the Cuvée Père & Fille?

The estate's emblematic cuvee, in the image of the father-daughter duo. A blend of Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon with aromas of red fruits, violet and spices, with a supple, round and generous palate, marked by blackberry, cherry and blackcurrant. A wine of sharing, ideal with roast poultry, a rib of beef or a cheese board.

What are the cuvees of Domaine de Pilhoy?

Each cuvee tells a facet of the estate and of the father-daughter duo: the Cuvée Père & Fille (red, Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon), the Cuvée Julia in dry white (Sauvignon and Semillon aged in barrels), the Bordeaux Rosé, the Bordeaux Blanc (Sauvignon, Semillon, Muscadelle) and the Bordeaux Rouge (Merlot and Cabernet Franc).

What food pairings work with the Pilhoy wines?

The Cuvée Père & Fille accompanies roast poultry, a rib of beef or a cheese board; the Bordeaux Rosé is served as an aperitif or with summer grills; the Bordeaux Blanc and the Cuvée Julia enhance fish, shellfish and white meats; the fleshy Bordeaux Rouge pairs with meats in sauce and slow-cooked dishes.

How are the estate's wines made?

In 2019, the estate acquired its own vinification cellar, guaranteeing complete control of each stage of the winemaking. In the vineyard, the organic management (mechanical weeding, strict limitation of inputs, constant observation of the vine) and harvests at the right moment make it possible to produce wines faithful to their terroir.

What is the spirit of Domaine de Pilhoy?

A vision of authentic, uncompromising wine: an organic viticulture, a strong human story and accessible, sincere wines deeply rooted in their terroir. Here, each bottle tells of a transmission, an assumed choice and a shared passion.

Can you buy the Domaine de Pilhoy wines directly?

Yes: the cuvees are available here, direct from the estate, carefully shipped across France and Europe.

Direct from the estate, a family organic Bordeaux

Domaine de Pilhoy: a family organic estate of the Bordeaux vineyard, in Rions (Gironde). Born in 1962 and passed down through the generations, run by the father-daughter duo Georges and Julia Raynaud, certified in organic farming. South-facing clay-limestone slopes, grape mix of Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Sauvignon, Semillon and Muscadelle.

Cuvée Père & Fille (red), Cuvée Julia (dry white), Bordeaux Rosé, Bordeaux Blanc and Bordeaux Rouge, in AOC Bordeaux