Domaine des Carlines has been created by Patrick and Sophie Ligeron end of 2015, when an opportunity to take over a vineyard came up. Patrick Ligeron being born in Jura and, with his wife Sophie being in the wine business for a long time, they both have been looking for an opportunity to realize Patrick's dream, and it finally paid off. The vineyard of 11 hectares is located in Ménétru-Le-Vignoble, part of Château-Châlon appellation : 3 of their 11 hectares are located in this famous area.
Presentation
Presentation
La Vouivre has its origin from four plots : En Beaumont, Le Calvaire, En Lya and Trémoulette. A wine that really reflects the exceptional Jura terroir.
Location
The domain is located in the tiny village of Menétru-le-Vignoble, part of the “Château-Chalon” appellation, Grand Cru of the yellow wines "vin jaune".
In the vineyard
The vineyard is conduct into a sustainable process with the target to convert into an organic process in few years’ time.
Winemaking
Natural fermentation. Maturation in used Burgundy oak barrels (225L for approx. 12-15 months. Final blending and maturation for 3-6 months.
No filtration, no clarification.
No filtration, no clarification.
Varietals
Chardonnay : 70%
Savagnin : 30%
Savagnin : 30%
Specifications
Contains sulphites.
Advice
Serving
Serve between 8 and 10°c (46 to 50°F)
Ageing potential
Enjoy all year long, 2 to 3 years
Tasting
Warm yellow. Aromas of ripe white fruits and a touch of spices. Quite rich with a long after taste and a well balanced minerality.
Food pairings
Fish, white meat with creamy sauces. Cheeses such as Comté, Morbier and Mont d’Or, Asian kitchen.
Perfect match : Wild boar sausage with cumin and fennel seed.
Perfect match : Wild boar sausage with cumin and fennel seed.
