Member of the Order of Canada

• Awarded on: October 21, 2020
• Invested on: November 17, 2022

Christian Barthomeuf, C.M.
Frelighsburg, Quebec

Christian Barthomeuf has pushed the boundaries of Quebec viticulture and apple production. Founder of one of Quebec’s first commercial vineyards, he currently runs Clos Saragnat, a domaine renowned for its inventiveness. Drawing on his vast experience in icewine production, he made the most of Canadian winters by inventing ice cider, a flagship product of Quebec’s terroir and known worldwide. An indispensable contributor to these sectors, he has inspired and advised many apple growers and entrepreneurs, while promoting sustainable agricultural practices and biodiversity protection.