The Château de Pizay is one of the oldest and most famous estates of the Beaujolais region. Since the Middle Ages the fine wines of the Château de Pizay have been appreciated by Beaujolais-lovers across the world.
The oldest records date to 1030, when the name "Pizay" was mentioned for the first time in the charters of the Abbey of Cluny. In 1070, a surrounding wall was erected by the Lords of Pizay. The keep was built in the 14th Century and the classic formal gardens were added in the 18th Century.
While it is still the center of winemaking, the main Château is now a luxurious 4 star hotel, with an excellent restaurant. Visitors are able to visit the magnificent old cellars that have hosted many famous banquets. The Château and grounds are beautifully maintained including a sculpted topiary garden. A fantastic estate for wine, food, and relaxation.
The vineyard, based in Morgon, covers 100 acres in the Appellations of Morgon, Regnie, Beaujolais Villages, and Beaujolais. The vineyard produces delicious Beaujolais Blanc, Beaujolais Rosé and Côteaux Bourguignons, all of which are bottled in the distinctive Pizay bottle. The terrain is granite, covered with a light sandy soil, ideal for the Gamay grape. The Morgon includes parcels on the slopes of the famous Côte de Py from which they produce several special cuvees.
Winemaking combines tradition with the use of stainless steel, semi carbonic fermentation and modern temperature control methods to ensure preservation of the fruit and freshness in the wines.
The Director and former mayor of Brouilly, Pascal Dufaitre, is dedicated to quality and wine making excellence.
Since 1996 they have maintained 5 hectare of Organic vineyards and in 2015 they achieved level 3 "High Environmental Value" Certification. You can read more about this here.