Domaine La Colombe Gamay La Cote
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The Paccot family has been cultivating their vineyards for nearly 50 years when Jules Paccot, the son of a French seasonal worker from Savoy, bought vineyards in Fechy in 1917. His son, Roger, created the winery known as La Colombe in 1961 and established its reputation. In 1978, Rogerโs eldest son, Raymond, returned to the estate after a few years of teachingโa trip to Africa opened his eyes. He realized he missed the vines and felt they were calling him back. It was then that he switched careers to become a winegrower and passionately committed oenologist. He began studying at the Changins Technical School of Viticulture and Oenology, and after several internships abroad in both California and Spain, returned to Fechy to take over the estate. Succession has always been gradual and smooth for the Paccots. Roger gradually reduced his work load and responsibilities when Raymond returned to the family estate, and the same is currently true for Raymondโs daughter, Laura, who has been involved in the decision-making process for quite some time. Laura also studied at Changins Technical School of Viticulture and Oenology and has completed apprenticeships in both South Africa and France (most notably in Burgundy at Domaine Dujac).