OUR HERITAGE
Bouchard Père & Fils have embodied the soul and values of Burgundy for close to three centuries.
During the first half of the 18th century, Michel Bouchard, a cloth merchant from the Dauphiné region in eastern France, regularly travelled through Burgundy on his way to Flanders. Over the course of these many journeys, he grew fond of the Beaune region and its wines. He then began to expand his business by entering the wine trade.
1731
Founding years in Beaune
Michel Bouchard (1692–1755) settled in Beaune. In 1746, his son, Joseph, became his partner. In 1750, Michel transferred the entire business to his son.
1775
Inception of the Domaine
Joseph Bouchard acquired his first parcels in the Volnay 1er Cru climat of Les Caillerets. This acquisition marked the birth of the family Domaine and the spirit that still drives it today.
1791
The Vigne de l’Enfant Jésus plot
The Domaine acquired the Vigne de l’Enfant Jésus plot: 3.91 hectares at the heart of the Beaune Les Grèves appellation.
1820
Anchoring roots in
the city of Beaune
Bernard Bouchard became the owner of the Château de Beaune. The family converted its underground galleries into ageing cellars.
1838
The Colline de Montrachet
In the 19th Century, the Bouchard family continued to expand their Domaine. In 1938, they acquired plots in the legendary Grand Crus of Montrachet and Chevalier-Montrachet.
1995
The Henriot family took
the helm of Bouchard Père & Fils
Henriot and the Champagne region, Bouchard and Burgundy: the encounter of two cloth merchants and two exceptional vineyards. In 1995, the Henriot family took the helm of Bouchard Père & Fils.
From 1996, Joseph Henriot further enriched the Domaine with the acquisition of new, prestigious terroirs.
1997
The first vintage
Chevalier-Montrachet La Cabotte
The first vintage of Chevalier-Montrachet Grand Cru La Cabotte is released. It comes from the prestigious La Cabotte plot (21 ares), a Monopole of the Domaine, which was part of the Montrachet appellation until the early 20th century.
2022
The Union of Bouchard Père & Fils
with Artémis Domaines
This partnership created a unique entity
in the world of exceptional wines.
2025
The organic agriculture certification
The decision to convert to organic farming practices began in 2009. Since then, agroecological practices have been gradually implemented across the Domaine.
The decision to convert all the entire Domaine to organic practices is the result of a collective commitment from the family, the management, and the teams who work on location daily.
By 2025, the entire Domaine will be certified organic.
1775
Inception of the Domaine
Joseph Bouchard acquired his first parcels in the Volnay 1er Cru climat of Les Caillerets. This acquisition marked the birth of the family Domaine and the spirit that still drives it today.
1820
Anchoring roots in
the city of Beaune
Bernard Bouchard became the owner of the Château de Beaune. The family converted its underground galleries into ageing cellars.
1995
The Henriot family took
the helm of Bouchard Père & Fils
Henriot and the Champagne region, Bouchard and Burgundy: the encounter of two cloth merchants and two exceptional vineyards. In 1995, the Henriot family took the helm of Bouchard Père & Fils.
From 1996, Joseph Henriot further enriched the Domaine with the acquisition of new, prestigious terroirs.
2022
The Union of Bouchard Père & Fils
with Artémis Domaines
This partnership created a unique entity
in the world of exceptional wines.
1731
Founding years in Beaune
Michel Bouchard (1692–1755) settled in Beaune. In 1746, his son, Joseph, became his partner. In 1750, Michel transferred the entire business to his son.
1791
The Vigne de l’Enfant Jésus plot
The Domaine acquired the Vigne de l’Enfant Jésus plot: 3.91 hectares at the heart of the Beaune Les Grèves appellation.
1838
The Colline de Montrachet
In the 19th Century, the Bouchard family continued to expand their Domaine. In 1938, they acquired plots in the legendary Grand Crus of Montrachet and Chevalier-Montrachet.
1997
The first vintage
Chevalier-Montrachet La Cabotte
The first vintage of Chevalier-Montrachet Grand Cru La Cabotte is released. It comes from the prestigious La Cabotte plot (21 ares), a Monopole of the Domaine, which was part of the Montrachet appellation until the early 20th century.
2025
The organic agriculture certification
The decision to convert to organic farming practices began in 2009. Since then, agroecological practices have been gradually implemented across the Domaine.
The decision to convert all the entire Domaine to organic practices is the result of a collective commitment from the family, the management, and the teams who work on location daily.
By 2025, the entire Domaine will be certified organic.
“The greatest worker of nature
is time. "
THE CHÂTEAU
Historical roots in the heart of Beaune
Today, it is still possible to enter the city of Beaune through the gates of the Château built by Louis XI.
In 1820, Bernard Bouchard became the owner of the Château de Beaune, thereby anchoring the Domaine in the city’s history. In 1872, the Domaine established its headquarters on Rue du Château. Over the years, the family has converted the underground galleries and bastions into ageing cellars. These cellars offer excellent conditions for the maturation of the finest wines and continue to safeguard the outstanding bottled heritage of the Domaine. A treasure that includes exceptional bottles from the 20th and 19th centuries, the oldest of which dating back to 1846. The Château retains the grandeur of its original towers and ramparts, as well as the master residence with its polychrome roofs, where guests of the Domaine are welcomed.
The Château has been listed since 1937 in the Inventaire Supplémentaire des Monuments Historiques (Supplementary Inventory of French National Heritage Sites).
From Château to Vineyard, the heritage of Bouchard Père & Fils is deeply intertwined with the city of Beaune.
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our team
Respecting our heritage and values, passing on the know-how of past generations, and innovating to ensure the long-term sustainability of a unique business.
One hundred and twenty-five employees work every day, with passion and talent, to make the Domaine and its exceptional historical and wine heritage shine.
Chief Executive Officer Artémis Domaines
Frédéric Engerer
"Domaine Bouchard Père et Fils is perfectly aligned with the ethos of Artémis Domaines, which is to cultivate prestigious terroirs and produce exceptional wines while respecting the environment and maintaining a long-term vision. "
Chief Executive Officer Bouchard Père & Fils
Jean-Marc Pistre
“Our responsibility is to ensure that our successors inherit a Domaine in even better condition than we found it. On a daily basis, my focus is to create the best possible environment for those who craft and sell our wines, so they can do so with passion and excellence. We are fortunate to work for a Group that gives itself the means to achieve its ambitions. "
Technical Director Bouchard Père & Fils
Frédéric Weber
"My role is to bring wines to life that express the uniqueness and history of each terroir, allowing the full expression of every climat of the Domaine. My mission is to preserve and pass on the culture of excellence at Bouchard Père & Fils. Generations of winemakers, workers, and cellar masters have passed down their know-how to us. It is an invaluable legacy that we nurture for the future. "