Mâcon-Bussières, Burgundy, France

Domaine Louis-Paul Dorry

In the village of Bussières, winegrowing runs deep in the Dorry family. For seven generations, vines have coexisted with livestock and mixed farming, producing wines that have always been an integral part of family life. The vaulted stone cellars at the heart of the domaine date back to the 14th century, having once belonged to the monks of Cluny Abbey, and still shelter the wines as they mature in the quiet village.

Today, the domaine is guided by Louis-Paul Dorry, the youngest of a large family, who chose to continue the family’s legacy on his own terms. As a student, he planted his first vines in 2006, and by 2010, he had launched his first vintage. With just 3.5 hectares under vine, his approach is hands-on and exacting: he ploughs instead of using herbicides, employs biodynamic practices where possible, and uses systemic treatments only when absolutely necessary. Fermentation is done with native yeasts, élevage in both barrel and tank.  These choices result in wines that reflect the terroir of Mâcon-Bussières.

For Louis-Paul, winemaking is both a continuation and a quiet rebellion: honoring centuries of heritage while shaping his own path in Burgundy. The wines of Domaine Louis Dorry reflect this balance — authentic, thoughtful, and crafted with a sense of endurance that mirrors the ancient stone walls of the cellar themselves.