The Pope of White Wine
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SEASON 2 🎬 | Known around the world as "The Pope of White Wine," the legendary Denis Dubourdieu revolutionized modern winemaking—and in this episode, we meet his son Jean-Jacques to explore the extraordinary family legacy behind the title. Nestled among the unique limestone plateaus and gravel soils of Graves and Barsac, the Dubourdieu estates stand as a living testament to pure, terroir-driven winemaking—rooted in deep respect for tradition and uncompromised scientific precision.
Jean-Jacques takes us deep into his family’s rich history and the legacy of his late father, Denis Dubourdieu—the legendary professor, "Decanter Man of the Year," and pioneer of modern white wine making. He reflects on growing up between two distinct Bordeaux worlds, the romantic story of how his family united estates like Château Cantegril and Doisy Daëne, and why remaining loyal to authentic, age-worthy wines matters now more than ever.
In a deeply moving moment, Jean-Jacques shares the core philosophy passed down by his father: that a life dedicated to wine is ultimately about transmission, passing knowledge and passion to the next generation. Together with Christer, they uncork a rare and extraordinary 1958 Sauternes—nearly 70 years old and crafted by his grandfather—proving the timeless elegance, botrytis-driven longevity, and world-class potential of these exceptional terroirs.
An intimate journey through generations of heritage, scientific mastery, and the enduring soul of Bordeaux winemaking.
Come with us to the Dubourdieu Estates.
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About the hosts:
Petter Fagelund – Producer & Director. As a sommelier, filmmaker and composer, Petter offers a unique perspective of the epicurian lifestyle and the human experience. Capturing the wine world through cinema and original music.
Christer Byklum – With 25 years of experience, eight honorary titles of Bordeaux, Portugal and Spain, and 100.000 wines tasted (and counting) – Christer is one of the worlds most renowned wine critics.
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