Domaine Vincent Bachelet

Heretofore the B. Bachelet brothers worked together cultivating the 100 acre domaine. As it is so often in families, when the children become of age, Francois Bachelet left the family domaine taking 33 acres of vines with him (see Bachelet-Monnot). NowVincent and Jean Francois are sole owners of Domaine Bachelet.  These brothers are traditionalists; they do most of the vineyard work themselves.  Minimal amounts of pesticides and only organic fertilizers are employed.  Many clusters of grapes are eliminated to reduce quantity. The harvest is done manually which prevents the unripe berries or split grapes which may ferment prematurely in the vat and cause oxidation.

The domaine originated with only 8 acres.  The father Bernard took over in 1947. During the 1950’s he accumulated more vines.  In 1980 he turned over the vines, which then totaled 43 acres.  The boys enlarged the domaine to 100 acres now reduced to 67 acres.

Including the appellations listed below, they also have a strong position in a relatively new appellation accorded premier cru status by the French authorities.  It is Maranges 1er Cru La Fussieres.  At $25.00 per bottle retail, it is a worthwhile purchase.  The wine exhibits a true Pinot Noir character with its deep attractive color.  The bouquet a mixture of fruits such as black currants, raspberries and blackberries is most attractive.

Other appellations produced are: