Our team
A harmonious balance of know-how…
There are no great wines without great passion.
Patience, experience, talent and know-how… Our wines reflect our love for the vine. And your pleasure is our greatest satisfaction.
Vincent Dubernet – Estate Director and Oenologist
An agricultural engineer and oenologist, Vincent was born and raised in Narbonne in a family of oenologists of which he represents the 5th generation.
After having worked in different areas around the world (Sonoma Valley in California, Chile, Brazil, Argentina, Crimea), he returned to his Languedoc roots in the 2000s. He joined Fontarèche in November 2008, at the age of 32, called by the DE LAMY Family who entrusted him with the management of the Estate.
Mélanie Estival – Oenologist
Originally from the Montpellier region, Mélanie first took charge of the technical management of large estates in Minervois after initial experiences in New Zealand.
As an oenologist and cellar master at Fontarèche, she brings rigor, optimism and dynamism.
Armand Fonseca – Vineyard Manager
Originally from the Douro region of Portugal, Armand has been managing the Fontarèche vineyard for 20 years.
He has a perfect knowledge of the ins and outs of viticulture in a Mediterranean climate and manages our vineyard with rigor and passion.
