Fonjallaz (vineyard)
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Fonjallaz is a traditional winery in Epesses, Switzerland, the family business founded in 1552. [1]
IndustryWinery
Founded1552
HeadquartersRuelle du Petit-Crêt 1,
CH - 1098 Epesses, canton of Vaud
, Key people
Patrick Fonjallaz| Industry | Winery |
|---|---|
| Founded | 1552 |
| Headquarters | Ruelle du Petit-Crêt 1, CH - 1098 Epesses, canton of Vaud , |
Key people | Patrick Fonjallaz |
| Website | www |
The basic facts: [2]
- The region was used for the wine production from 12th century, when Bishop of Lausanne gave uncultivated soil to Cistercian monks.
- In 1552, the Fonjallaz family started the viticulture tradition.
- Today the winery is managed by Patrick Fonjallaz in the 12th family generation.
- The vineyard area is about 34 hectares and the slope is 30-50 percent.