2018 Domaine Baud Côtes du Jura Vin Jaune

Domaine Baud is a family-owned winery founded in 1742 and now run by the ninth generation. Baud produces wines that truly showcase the many facets of the French Jura region. Baud produces wines in the oxidative style characteristic of the Jura region, as well as wines in a non-oxidative, Burgundian style. Besides Chardonnay, they use indigenous grapes Savagnin, Poulsard, and Trousseau. The wines are competitively priced, especially considering their exceptionally long oak aging.

The Savagnin grapes for the Baud Côtes du Jura Vin Jaune come from the Côtes du Jura appellation. The soils here contain a lot of marl and limestone. This Vin Jaune from the Jura is made in an oxidative style ("sous voile"). The grapes are fermented in stainless steel tanks. The Savagnin is aged in 228-liter oak barrels. These barrels are only partially filled, allowing the yeasts in the air to form a "flor" layer: a thin layer of yeast cells that seals the wine from the air and gives it its characteristic nutty, salty flavor. To prevent this layer from breaking, the barrel is not topped up with new wine. Maturation lasts for approximately seven years. Finally, the wine is bottled in a 62cl "Clavelin" bottle, typical of Vin Jaune.

In the glass, the Baud Côtes du Jura Vin Jaune is a deep golden yellow with a complex nose, including notes of almond, flowers, salt, and curry. This exceptional, unique wine is richly layered, distinctive, and distinctive. Rich and powerful with a very long finish. Delicious with old, mature Comté. This Vin Jaune should not be served cold. Ideally, it should be served at a temperature of 14-16°C.

ABOUT VIN JAUNE

Vin Jaune is a unique and renowned wine from the Jura region in eastern France. Here are some key aspects of this exceptional wine:

Origin and Production

• Region : Vin Jaune comes from the Jura, a small wine region located between Burgundy and Switzerland.
• Grape : The wine is made exclusively from the Savagnin grape, a white grape variety that thrives particularly well in the Jura terroir.
• Fermentation and Maturation : After fermentation, the wine is aged for a minimum of six years and three months in oak barrels without topping (ouillage). This creates a layer of flor (a kind of yeast layer) on the surface of the wine, similar to the production of Sherry. This layer protects the wine from oxidation and gives it unique aromas.

Features

• Colour : The wine has a deep golden colour, which gives it its name "Vin Jaune" (yellow wine).
• Aroma and Flavor : Vin Jaune is known for its complex aromas of nuts (especially walnuts), spices, ripe fruit, and a hint of curry or cumin. The palate is dry, powerful, and has a long finish with a remarkable mineral freshness.
• Storage : Due to its long maturation and unique production process, Vin Jaune is highly resistant to aging. It can be stored for decades and continues to develop in the bottle.

Serving advice

• Dishes : Vin Jaune pairs perfectly with rich dishes like coq au vin jaune, Comté cheese (another Jura specialty), and dishes with cream sauce and exotic spices. It also pairs well with foie gras and truffles.
• Serving temperature : The wine is best served at a temperature of 14-16°C, slightly warmer than most white wines, to allow the complex aromas to fully develop.

Particulars

• Clavelin : Vin Jaune is traditionally bottled in a special type of bottle called a "clavelin," which holds 620 ml. This refers to the fact that after the long aging process, only about 62% of the original volume of wine remains due to evaporation (the so-called "angel's share").

Vin Jaune is a wine worth discovering for its unique character and long tradition. It's a perfect choice for wine lovers seeking something special and distinctive.