CÔTES DU JURA PINOT NOIR 2024

A very fine expression of Pinot Noir in its beautiful deep ruby colour, intense and limpid. The bouquet is very pleasant, straightforward and fine, with delicate notes of small wild berries. On the palate, the wine is round, smooth and delicious, with a perfect balance between elegant tannins and lovely fruitiness.

Serve with grilled or roasted meats, cooked dishes such as coq au vin or boeuf bourguignon, but also Italian pasta. Will also perfectly accompany a beautiful plate of cheese and delicatessen.

14°C to 15°C (57°-59°F).

5 to 6 years.

The Jura wine region is small in size but large in its remarkable diversity. It covers 80 kilometres between Burgundy and Switzerland, in the eastern France. Created in 1937, the AOC (designation of origin) of Cotes du Jura is omnipresent in the north and south of the vineyard, on varied and contrasting terroirs. It is the second leading AOC in Jura in terms of production, and it engages all five of the Jura's grape varieties.

The whole range of wines of the Jura is represented, although the whites dominate - still or sparkling - with wines that are round, fruity, and generous.

In order to develop a harmonious cuvée, our Côtes du Jura comes from a selection of our best plots.  

The work in the vines, is based on the respect of the nature and the soil. For young vines, located on steep slopes, to avoid erosion, we cultivate a row out of two, practice soil reassembly to aerate the lands subjected to settlement due to moisture, and grass with plants. Such as clover, which, by competing on the vine, can modulate its mineral and water supply and control its vigor and yield.

The Guyot double size is necessary for the Pinot Noir to better control its performance. The restructuring of the vines contributes to the harmony of our cuvée: the young vines bring the exuberance, the freshness and the acidity. While the older specimens bring the structure and character.

The Pinot Noir grapes were handpicked and sorted on sorting table at their arrival at the winery. Then they were put in thermos-regulated stainless steel tank for a total maceration of 12 days, followed regularly throughout the fermentation with occasional pumping and stirring. Then the press and drop juices were assembled and withdrawn for malolactic fermentation on fine lies. 100% of the cuvée was then placed into oak barrels (including 20% new oak barrels) for an 8 months ageing period allowing to enlarge the aromatic palette. Bottling with a light filtration.

The year 2024 will remain etched in our memories.

The weather conditions were extreme: temperatures nearing 40°C, periods of intense drought, and episodes of heavy rain and hail. Our vineyards were severely tested, and we experienced a significant drop in yields, losing between 60% and 70% of our harvest.

Despite an early start to the growing season in March, we were able to begin the harvest at the usual time, around late September. The harvest spanned 3 to 4 weeks, allowing us to pick the grapes at their optimal ripeness.

The first tastings are promising: our wines are well-balanced, with smooth notes and generous aromas. The whites stand out for their freshness and intensity, thanks to high concentrations of thiols. The reds offer intense fruitiness and a delicate texture, with acidity levels that align with our region’s expectations.

Despite the challenges posed by the climate, we remain optimistic. This vintage, although marked by reduced production, could very well turn out to be exceptional. We look forward to seeing how these wines will evolve over time.