Côtes du Jura Champs Poids Anne et Jean François Ganevat 2015
12.5%
0.75L
Intensity
Balanced by wonderful acidity, the creamy texture of this Chardonnay allows superb gastro pairings.
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Côtes du Jura Champs Poids Anne et Jean François Ganevat 2015
The wine
This Chardonnay comes from a limestone terroir and has been vinified naturally in demi-muids. It has been aged in the same container, on its lees, for 30 months. There is no sulphur, fining nor filtration. It has a complex bouquet marked by notes of white fruit, pears and sweet spices. Its creamy texture is balanced by wonderful acidity which offers up freshness and great aromatic persistence.
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 bottle
Level: 1 NormalObservations: 1 Normal, 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: Anne et Jean François Ganevat
Vintage: 2015
Colour: white
Service temperature: 12°
Size (in ha): 12 hectares
Intensity: crisp
Leading aroma: mineral
Tasting occasion: food-friendly wine