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.

Cuvée Julien is a pure Pinot noir, a highly unusual wine which only Jean-François Ganevat knows how to produce. In fact, the wine is aged in a reducing environment, in a very cold cellar and no sulphur is added. Decanting is highly recommended after which the wine has a lovely ruby hue whose aromatic bouquet takes several moments to unfurl. Its sound attack, smooth texture and refined tannins embellish its mouth-watering, fruity and mineral aromas.