Fonjallaz (vineyard)

Fonjallaz is a traditional winery in Epesses, Switzerland, the family business founded in 1552.

The basic facts:
 * 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.