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Arbois Melon à Queue Rouge Bornard 2014

The wine

Melon à queue rouge, a mutant of Chardonnay, produces subtle white wines with a style and range of aromas that differ from Burgundy Chardonnays. Because of its low yields, this grape variety, native to the Jura, has almost disappeared. Nevertheless, Domaine Bornard takes great pleasure in cultivating its forty-year-old melon à queue rouge vines. In the vineyard, the estate follows the principles of sustainable viticulture. The hand-picked fruit is vinified and fermented naturally in temperature-controlled vats using native yeasts. The cuvée is aged in ‘foudre’ (large wooden tuns) for twelve months before being bottled.
The expressive nose reveals exotic scents and lemony notes complemented by fragrances of white flowers and almonds. The intense, clean palate is dominated by hazelnut aromas leading delicately to a fresh, flavoursome finish.

About the Producer Bornard

A reserved but passionate wine maker, Philippe Bornard decided to start making wines under his own label in 2005, making the transition from cooperative working. At this time, Overnoy (who needs no introduction) said of Bornard that he produced the best unlabelled wine he knew of. All the cuvées produced today carry the “Vin de France” appellation. The styles are diverse and varied, from vin jaune to pet' nat' (pétillant nature – natural sparkling wine) and passing by ouillé wine. And not a year goes by without Philippe trying something new. The wines have a small amount of sulphur added to avoid any unpleasant surprises. The terroir is made up of grey, red and blue marl as well as clay-veined schist. The domain's 7 hectares have been organic since 2005 and certified Ecocert since 2013.

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