2018 Technical Specifications
Alcohol 15.0%
Grape Varieties Savagnin
Drinking Window The producer describes a reputed 100-year aging potential and recommends waiting at least 15 years for full development.
Region Arbois
Soil Blue marl of the lias
Vineyard Yield 15 hL/ha
Fermentation Vessels Tank
Indigenous Yeast Yes
Barrel Size 228
Bottling Date Apr 2025
Serving Temperature 16°C · 61°F
Production Details Biodynamically cultivated Savagnin was harvested manually and vinified traditionally as white wine. Temperature-controlled alcoholic fermentation in tank continued until the sugars were exhausted, using indigenous yeast, and malolactic fermentation completed. The wine matured for seven years under a yeast veil in 228 L casks kept with headspace and without topping, then received light filtration through silica earth before bottling in April 2025.
Tasting Notes Golden-yellow appearance; complex dried and candied fruit, especially walnut, with a marc-like accent; powerful, persistent dried-fruit flavors.
Food Pairing Comté, Morbier, Mont d’Or, coq au vin jaune, cheeses, cream-based or mushroom dishes, white meats, and exotic or spicy food such as curry.
Vintages
2016 Technical Specifications
Alcohol 14.0%
Grape Varieties 100% Savagnin
Drinking Window 2036+
Region Arbois
Soil Blue marl soils of the lias
Fermentation Vessels Tank
Indigenous Yeast Yes
Barrel Size 228
Serving Temperature 16°C · 61°F
Production Details Certified organic and biodynamic Savagnin was harvested manually and vinified traditionally as white wine. Temperature-controlled alcoholic fermentation in tank continued until the sugars were exhausted, using indigenous yeast, and malolactic fermentation completed. The wine then matured for seven years under a yeast veil in 228 L casks kept with headspace and without topping.
Tasting Notes RVF Guide 2024 described the 2016 release as notably smoky, lively and elegant, relatively light for an Arbois Vin Jaune, with a somewhat lean mid-palate.
Food Pairing Comté, Morbier, Mont d’Or, coq au vin jaune, cheeses, cream-based or mushroom dishes, and exotic or spicy food such as curry.
Critics Ratings 91
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