Paul Bara Maison

The origins of the Bara family date back to 1600, coming from the villages of Bisseuil, Oiry and Chouilly. In 1833 Auguste François Bara arrives in Bouzy, a young man full of enthusiasm ready to start his career as a cooper who three years later will marry Annonciade Robert, already owner of vineyards. 

The Maison was founded in 1860, at first it was a farm with stable, stable, sheepfold and cellar. In 1965 the barn was transformed into a wine press and cellar. Paul Bara was the first of the dynasty to sell Champagne under his name in the 1950s. A man of character and deep convictions, Paul had the habit of repeating: "you have to keep the fields in order to eat". He has also written a very interesting book that traces the life of Bouzy, his "beloved" village, his men, their wines and their cultures.

In 1975 the Maison Bara was one of the first to cross the Atlantic to export its wines to the United States, and still today it continues to do so and always with the same importer. Paul Bara Champagne cuvées are present on five continents. In 1980 Chantale, daughter of Paul, joined her father to assist him, and became a partner in 1986. Sixth generation of winemakers, Chantale is committed to handing down the traditional and artisanal values that have been passed down to her by past generations.

 

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