The soil at Bouchard Finlayson is a living treasure—nurtured with mulch, compost, and minimal disturbance.

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At Bouchard Finlayson, our farming practices are guided by respect for the land and a commitment to ecological balance. Alien vegetation is chipped and repurposed as mulch, cellar waste is composted, and cover crops are hand-sown without tilling to protect soil health. Herbicides are virtually obsolete, with weeds managed through handwork, brush cutting, and mowing.

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We embrace insecticide-free farming, accepting minor insect presence as part of a healthy ecosystem and relying on preventative, low-impact methods. Protective drape nets safeguard ripening grapes from birds, while approved deterrents and visible patrols are used to respectfully manage baboon activity. Mealy bugs, the primary carriers of leaf roll virus, are controlled naturally through the introduction of tiny parasitic wasps that specifically target the pest without harming other beneficial insects.

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This dedication to ecological balance and minimal intervention defines every bottle of Bouchard Finlayson wine.