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    Pierre-Louis Bersan

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    i. Biography

    Pierre-Louis Bersan works as vigneron at Domaine Pierre-Louis & Jean-François Bersan in Saint-Bris-le-Vineux, France. The brief, physical description attached to the wine matters here: Bersan says, “I like my wine with shoulders.” The same direct register carries into the rugby comparison that frames his work: “He is a rugby player. I am a rugby player. We understand one another perfectly.”

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    The Essentials - Current role: vigneron. - House: Domaine Pierre-Louis & Jean-François Bersan. - Place: Saint-Bris-le-Vineux, France. - Craft note: wine with “shoulders,” in Bersan’s own phrase.

    Signature

    Pierre-Louis Bersan's signature wines include Cuvée Marianne, Chablis 1er Cru Beauroy, Saint Bris Cuvée Marianne, Irancy Cuvée Marianne, and Chablis.

    In Their Words “He is a rugby player. I am a rugby player. We understand one another perfectly.” “I like my wine with shoulders.”

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    Asked of Pierre-Louis

    • Who is Pierre-Louis Bersan?

      Pierre-Louis Bersan is a French Vigneron.

    • What is Pierre-Louis Bersan known for?

      He is known for making wine at Domaine Pierre-Louis & Jean-François Bersan.

    • Where does Pierre-Louis Bersan work?

      He works in Saint-Bris-le-Vineux, France.

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