Domaine Eric Forest is a family-run estate in Vergisson, at the heart of the Mâconnais. A descendant of eight generations of winemakers, Eric Forest took over his grandfather’s vineyards in 1999, shaping a viticultural philosophy rooted in biodynamics and terroir respect. Today, he produces exclusive cuvées that precisely express the minerality and finesse of Burgundy’s finest white wines.
Domaine Eric Forest’s vineyards feature parcels planted between 1930 and 1979, spanning several prestigious appellations:
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Pouilly-Fuissé "La Roche": A high-altitude (401 m) wine marked by saline minerality and noble citrus notes.
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Pouilly-Fuissé "Les Crays": A limestone scree terroir producing rich, mineral-driven wines with citrus aromas.
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Pouilly-Fuissé "Âme Forest": A blend of four cooler terroirs, offering structure, finesse, and depth.
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Saint-Véran "La Renommée": A generous and spicy white, showcasing the richness of the terroir.
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Mâcon-Pierreclos "Clos des Charmes": A vibrant and digestible wine with exotic and fruity notes.
Eric Forest meticulously performs all vineyard tasks by hand to ensure extreme precision. He favors short pruning to aerate vine stocks and minimize phytosanitary treatments. Ecological plowing allows roots to draw from the deep richness of the terroir. Harvesting is done manually, with gentle grape pressing followed by 12 to 18 months of aging on lees in oak barrels, using minimal sulfites.
Domaine Eric Forest’s cuvées are renowned for their perfect balance of freshness and complexity. Thanks to precise parcel-based approaches and meticulous vinification, these wines captivate enthusiasts and collectors worldwide.
Through passionate family management and a constant pursuit of quality, Domaine Eric Forest continues to captivate lovers of Mâconnais’ finest wines. Each vintage is the result of careful craftsmanship, aiming to express the full richness and authenticity of the terroir.
