Côtes du Jura Les Gryphées Vieilles Vignes Jean-François Ganevat (Domaine) 2014
12.5%
1.5L
Intensity
This gem of a Jura Chardonnay is supple and pleasantly creamy. Pair with delicately-flavoured foods.
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Côtes du Jura Les Gryphées Vieilles Vignes Jean-François Ganevat (Domaine) 2014
The wine
Les Gryphées is made purely with Chardonnay cultivated on a terroir of gravel and red marl in the Jura. True to his natural winemaking philosophy, Jean-François Ganevat uses indigenous yeasts and matures the wine on its lees for two years. It is bottled unfined and unfiltered. In the glass, the bouquet releases notes of apple, citrus fruits and white flowers. These fresh qualities continue onto the palate which is enhanced by a supple and pleasantly creamy texture.
About the Producer Ganevat (domaine)
Former head winemaker of Jean-Marc Morey in Chassagne-Montrachet, Jean-François Gavenat has become one of the most talented winemakers in the Jura since he took over his family domain in 1998. His vineyard spans 13 hectares and includes many different grape varieties. Gavenat has a natural and biodynamic approach (without certification) and produces some single vineyard wines (the domain boasts 50 different cuvées). The vines are relatively old and meticulously cared for. The yields are low and the vinifcations gentle. Some of the reds are matured in amphorae are of a very high quality ; Gavenat has recently got involved in negociant activity. This domain has played an important part in increasing the popularity of wines from the Jura. Production is small and the wines are prized by wine lovers all over.
Detailed characteristics
Quantity: 1 magnum
Level: 1 NormalObservation: 1 Wax capsuleOrigin: private individual
Type of cellar: underground, natural cellar
Recoverable VAT: no
Original wooden case / Original case: no
French customs seal: yes
Alcohol percentage: 12.5 %
Region: Jura
Appellation: Côtes du Jura
Owner: Jean-François Ganevat (Domaine)
Vintage: 2014
Colour: white
Service temperature: 12°
Size (in ha): 13 hectares
Intensity: smooth
Leading aroma: white fruit
Tasting occasion: food-friendly wine