Our team
At the heart of Domaine de Fontenille, where 300,000 bottles are produced each year, there is a dedicated and passionate team. Winegrowers, oenologists, salespeople and logisticians combine their talents to promote this exceptional terroir. Meet these great epicureans who share a common passion for the land, the vines and oenology and aspire to offer unique and refined experiences around Fontenille wines and delicatessen products.
Xavier BALESPOUEY
Vine and Cellar Manager
Xavier is the person behind the wine you taste. He is the one at the helm to ensure that your taste buds are delighted.
“A barrel of wine can perform more miracles than a church full of saints.”
Manon LAFONT
Boutique and Wine Tourism Manager
Manon is the face of the estate for wine tourism. She always welcomes curious people who come to visit us at the vineyard with a big smile.
“Conviviality is the essence of wine.”
Amélie LALANNE
Sales administrator manager
Amélie is the cog in society that allows us to move forward. She is in charge of the entire invoicing part of the domain. She ensures the good financial health of the vineyard.
“The wine is strong, the king is stronger, the women are even stronger.”
Antoine PÂQUES
Sales Director Fontenille Wines
Antoine is at the head of the entire commercial part of the estate. Passionate about wines and spirits, he ensures that Fontenille wines are put where they belong: in the best places in the four corners of the world.
“Drinking a Fontenille means saving the Family . ”
Clement APRILANTE
Agricultural worker dedicated to the cellar
Clément came to the Fontenille estate for his work-study program. He has stayed with us ever since. He likes to see the quality of our wines improve, vintage after vintage. He contributes greatly to this through his attachment to the vineyard and his careful work.
“The wine always smells of its terroir.”