According to the statement, released on September 30th, 2022, Artémis Domaines which unite wineries such as Château Latour in Pauillac, Clos de Tart in Burgundy and Domaine Eisele Vineyard in Napa Valley—has acquired a majority stake in Maisons & Domaines Henriot, the owners of Bouchard Père & Fils and William Fèvre in Burgundy, Maison Henriot in Champagne and Beaux Frères in Oregon. Artémis Domaines will own three-quarters of the merged company, and the remaining portion will belong to the Henriot family. Other financial details were not disclosed.
François Pinault said in a statement that, “The merger of Maisons & Domaines Henriot and Artémis Domaines is a wonderful opportunity to bring together the treasures of our wine heritage under the same banner. It is a guarantee that a French group will ensure the long-term preservation of such jewels and continue the quest for excellence that has marked their prestigious history.”
Frédéric Engerer of Artémis Domaines, will become the managing director of all the estates, supported by Gilles de Larouzière Henriot, the current CEO of Henriot.
Earlier this year, Artémis Domaines had bought a minority stake in Jacquesson Champagne house.
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