Domaine Berthet-Bondet

is a highly respected and established winery in the Jura region of France, located at the foot of the Alps near the village of Château-Chalon. Founded in 1985 by Chantal and Jean Berthet-Bondet, the domaine has built a strong reputation for producing traditional Jura wines with a focus on quality and terroir expression. Jean's daughter, Hélène Berthet-Bondet, has since taken over management of the domaine, continuing its legacy.

Their philosophy is deeply committed to organic viticulture, with the entire 15-hectare estate having been certified organic since 2010 (and practicing organically since 1993). They emphasize healthy soil and vineyard biodiversity. In the cellar, they blend tradition with careful modern practices. Fermentation occurs almost exclusively with wild/indigenous yeasts. While not strictly "zero-zero" like some natural wine producers, their approach is low-intervention, utilizing manual harvest, whole-bunch pressing, and aging in various vessels including stainless steel and oak barrels. They are particularly renowned for their oxidative "sous voile" wines, including the iconic Vin Jaune, where a layer of yeast (flor) develops on the wine's surface during extended aging, imparting unique nutty and savory characteristics. They also produce "ouillé" (topped-up, non-oxidative) white wines.

Domaine Berthet-Bondet cultivates all the classic Jura grape varieties: Savagnin (especially for Vin Jaune and other oxidative whites), Chardonnay (for both "ouillé" and "sous voile" styles), and the red grapes Poulsard, Trousseau, and Pinot Noir. They also produce Crémant du Jura (sparkling wine) and Vin de Paille (straw wine). Their wines are celebrated for their balance, depth, and ability to age, offering a true taste of the Jura's unique winemaking heritage.