In an article devoted to the great Beaujolais wines, the international media outlet Falstaff highlights the historical importance of the Fleurie terroirs among the best sites in the region. Through an in-depth analysis of the classification established in the XIXᵉ century by Antoine Budker, the article highlights the major role of certain emblematic lieux-dits.
The climat des Bachelards, located in Fleurie, is listed as a high quality terroir, confirming the long-standing and enduring recognition of this site in the history of Beaujolais winegrowing. This listing is a reminder that the region's great wines have always been linked to specific locations, and are now being promoted by a new generation of winegrowers committed to the renaissance of Beaujolais quality.