Master of Wine Madeleine Stenwreth: a guiding hand at Domaine Bousquet

Master of Wine Madeleine Stenwreth collaborates with Domaine Bousquet, lending her expertise to shape organic wine excellence.

Domaine Bousquet has the unique privilege of working with Madeleine Stenwreth, a distinguished Master of Wine known for her deep expertise in viticulture and organic winemaking. Madeleine’s regular visits to Domaine Bousquet strengthen her close relationship with Anne Bousquet and Labid Al Ameri, the winery’s owners, who share her commitment to producing exceptional organic wines. Madeleine’s guidance is invaluable in enhancing Domaine Bousquet’s wine quality, as she brings her extensive knowledge to each step of the winemaking process, helping refine techniques and elevate each vintage.

Madeleine’s insights are especially valuable in the challenging, high-altitude terroir of Gualtallary. Her understanding of organic viticulture and high-altitude winemaking supports Domaine Bousquet’s efforts to produce wines that are both sustainable and expressive of their environment. Each visit provides an opportunity to evaluate current processes, experiment with new ideas, and make adjustments that align with Domaine Bousquet’s organic philosophy. Her expertise helps the winery stay at the forefront of organic winemaking, setting a benchmark for others in the industry.

One of the critical areas where Madeleine’s influence shines is in the winery’s approach to minimal intervention. With her guidance, Domaine Bousquet continues to refine its techniques to ensure that each wine expresses the purity of its ingredients. By embracing natural fermentation and reducing additives, Domaine Bousquet creates wines that are not only organic but also authentically represent the character of their terroir. Madeleine’s input plays a key role in this process, offering a unique perspective that enhances the wine's quality without compromising its organic integrity.

The partnership between Madeleine Stenwreth and Domaine Bousquet is a testament to the winery’s commitment to quality and sustainability. Madeleine’s visits are more than just consultations—they are collaborative journeys that strengthen Domaine Bousquet’s mission to produce high-quality organic wines that respect the environment. As the winery continues to grow, Madeleine’s influence will undoubtedly leave a lasting impact, helping Domaine Bousquet push the boundaries of what organic winemaking can achieve.