Matthieu Franchini
Vineyard manager
Driven by an insatiable passion for the living world, Matthieu observes, feels, adapts and explores to continuously nurture our vines, helping reveal their very essence.
Nature first
Matthieu loves working in the great outdoors, close to the earth. Hailing from the Val-de-Marne region of France, nature has been his passion for as long as he can remember. He first heard his calling on a three-week holiday in the vineyards of Bergerac, where his love of winemaking began. He then enrolled in agricultural college, earning a post-secondary training diploma in viticulture and oenology,
Experience and winemaker’s instinct
He got his first taste of winegrowing in the Menetou-Salon appellation, in the mid-nineties. He went on to spend almost 15 years in the appellation, starting in the cellar before moving to the vineyards, where he was responsible for converting the vines to organic agriculture. As an enthusiastic supporter of permaculture, this task was particularly close to his heart. He moved to Maison Langlois in 2011 as vineyard manager at Château de Fontaine-Audon, and then to Château de Thauvenay five years later.
“By adopting an intuitive and artisan-based approach to the vineyard, we can reveal its character to the full.” Matthieu Franchini
Expressing the true essence of each vine
With three decades of experience in Centre-Loire wines under his belt, Matthieu was appointed vineyard manager at Hubert Brochard in 2022. His convictions continue to guide his to decisions today as he restores harmony to ecosystems using techniques inspired by nature. Cultivating his deep connection to the land, he addresses the unique needs of every parcel, helping each vine express its terroir’s full potential.
