Domaine Dujac’s Jeremy Seysses on Winemaking Philosophy, Sustainability & The Roots Fund

In this episode of the Vint Wine Podcast, Billy sits down with Jeremy Seysses of Domaine Dujac, one of Burgundy’s most respected and influential domaines. Founded in 1968 by Jeremy’s father Jacques, Domaine Dujac has grown from just a few hectares in Morey-Saint-Denis to over 20 hectares of some of the Côte d’Or’s most coveted vineyards. Today, Jeremy carries forward that legacy while also shaping a vision for the future of Burgundy.

The conversation explores the estate’s history, farming and winemaking philosophy, and Jeremy’s perspective on whole-cluster fermentation, organic and biodynamic viticulture, and the generational shift in Burgundy. Jeremy also shares his involvement with The Roots Fund, a U.S.-based nonprofit dedicated to creating opportunities for underrepresented communities in wine through scholarships, mentorship, and internships.

Listeners will hear about:

• The story behind the name Domaine Dujac and Jeremy’s path back to the estate
• How whole-cluster fermentation has shaped Dujac’s style and Jeremy’s evolving approach
• The domaine’s transition to organic and biodynamic farming and its impact on vineyard resilience
• Burgundy’s generational handover and how Jeremy’s experience compares to his peers
• The philosophy behind supporting vineyard workers and advancing sustainability beyond the vines
• Jeremy’s projects outside Burgundy, including Triennes in Provence and the Trailside Vineyard collaboration in Napa Valley
• The mission of The Roots Fund and examples of how it’s changing careers in wine

Whether you’re a Burgundy collector, a wine professional, or simply fascinated by the people shaping wine culture today, this episode offers rare insight from one of the region’s most thoughtful voices.

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Links:

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Chapters:

00:00 Introduction to the Vint Wine Podcast
00:23 Special Guest Announcement: Jeremy Seysses of Domain Dujac
00:45 Exciting Podcast Updates and Wine Map Giveaway
03:11 Interview with Jeremy Seysses Begins
07:34 Jeremy's Background and Domaine Dujac
09:29 Jeremy's Journey into Winemaking
12:48 Generational Transition in Burgundy Wineries
19:07 Farming Practices and Vineyard Management
27:30 Challenges with Over-the-Row Tractors
28:37 Sustainability Beyond the Vineyard
29:33 Recognizing the Value of Vineyard Workers
30:16 Promoting Diversity in the Wine Industry
33:26 Success Stories from The Roots Fund
35:55 Winemaking Techniques and Innovations
42:57 Exploring Wines Beyond Burgundy
49:19 Future Plans and Sustainability Initiatives

The Vint Wine Podcast is hosted and produced by Billy Galanko. For more content follow Billy on Instagram @BillyGalanko_wine_nerd and for partnerships and collaborations please email [e-mail].

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