by Alexandre Truffer, ©RomanDuVin.ch 2007   

Jean-Luc and Pierre-Yves. These two names reflect a domain that is in the process of creating its own identity. Not just in the area surrounding Féchy, but also abroad. The duo of young wine-growers was interviewed by the press during the American Cup in Valence, where their labels held an honourable place on the Defender Bar, which was organized by the Swiss team from Alinghi. But this feat only represents the surface, as the Vodois business believes that selling wine outside Switzerland isn't ideal.

If exporting proves to be possible, it calls for a certain combativeness. The Kursner brothers have this quality and have been exploring the French market for ten years. Between fairs and exhibitions, Jean-Luc and Pierre-Yves have done everything to convince French amateurs that Switzerland deserves the title of wine-growing country. After a decade of effort, the results are starting to appear. Having met with a convinced exporter in 2003, Féchy wines were introduced in Paris. Today about twenty shops sell vintages from the area.

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