2015 | Fait-Main | Todeschini Asteria Vineyards Saint-Emilion Grand Cru

Producer Information

Fait-Main is pronounced (fay-ma). In French it simply means, hand-made. And these two words succinctly summarize winemaker Benoit Touquett’s dedication to his craft and winemaking philosophy. It starts in the vineyards he works with, special sites within Napa Valley of distinguished provenance, which are meticulously farmed by hand. It also encompasses the details of winemaking in the cellar and all the touch points one needs to make to create a premium bottle of wine. Fait-Main is highly personal; it is Benoit’s own way of connecting his French roots with his efforts in Napa Valley. He was born and raised in Lyon, France and during his late teen years moved to Bordeaux (his mother was living in the region). His first wine related job was working a bottling line. His interest piqued, he simultaneously attended the University of Bordeaux and worked for several wineries in their cellars. He graduated with a Masters degree of Enology and Chemistry. Through Michel Rolland, he was introduced to winemaker Andy Erickson and visited Napa Valley for the first time in 2004 helping Andy make wine for a number of notable wineries including Screaming Eagle. In 2006 Benoit moved to South Africa, hired by Rolland to be winemaker at Remhoogte Estate. Benoit is most associated with Realm Cellars, having helped blend their 2009 vintage and later joining their team in 2011 as winemaker. Benoit is still the winemaker at Realm Cellars and is also a partner in that winery. In addition to his own wines, Fait-Main and Teeter-Totter, he also consults for several small brands within the valley.

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