Domaine des Orchis

Domaine des Orchis, located in Poisy, north of Annecy in Savoie, is run by Philippe Héritier. A former engineer and heliciculturist, Philippe took up viticulture in 2006, growing Mondeuse and Altesse grapes biodynamically on the Frangy hillsides. The domaine stands out for its respect for terroir, using no chemical inputs and favoring indigenous yeasts and herbal teas for the vines. The wines, aged in vats and barrels, are full-bodied, generous and vibrant, thanks to meticulous vinification and blending of all the barrels for each cuvée. The estate's cellar, built according to the proportions of the golden ratio, reflects harmony and well-being, the result of collaboration between Philippe and an architect-geobiologist. This unique approach goes beyond simple agro-ecological viticulture, seeking to achieve exceptional aesthetics and quality. The wines of Domaine des Orchis, increasingly recognized for their finesse, place Philippe Héritier as a rising figure in Alpine viticulture. In addition to wine production, the estate is also known for snail farming, completing an integrated, environmentally-friendly agricultural approach.