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Arbois Chardonnay Les Capucins Fumey-Chatelain 2022
Arbois AOC
14%
0.75L
Intensity
A typical Jura grape variety that is meticulously crafted here to produce a wine of surprising quality and aroma.
More infoNestling in the vineyards of the Jura, Domaine Fumey-Chatelain brings us this Chardonnay, named “Les Capucins” after the spot where its grapes grow.
The grapes used to produce this Chardonnay come from vines of Melons à Queue Rouge, planted in 1973 on a rich gravel soil, with a subsoil of Lias marl and a fully south-facing exposure. After harvesting, the grapes are pressed whole, then fermented and aged in 228-litre barrels for 12 months, before being transferred to vats for a further 12 months. The Fumey-Chatelain family makes this wine without any added sulphur.
On the nose, this wine shows light notes of white fruit and citrus, while the palate brings notes of fresh walnut, hazelnut and curry.
This cuvée pairs perfectly with the most famous Jura cheeses and poultry in sauce.
About the Producer Fumey-Chatelain
The story of this Jura estate started with Raphaël and Adeline, who initially cultivated just half a hectare of vines and sold their grapes to the cooperative. In the spring of 1991, a devastating frost destroyed most of the Jura vineyards. This major turning point marked the start of a new chapter for the couple. Instead of selling their small crop of grapes, they decided to make their own wines with them, using the equipment of winemaker friends to produce their first vintage. The family business flourished and the couple acquired a charming farm in Montigny-lès-Arsures in 1999. Now with a vineyard boasting over 17 hectares of vines, they have been joined by their son, Marin. He has radically changed the estate’s practices and style of wines, converting the vineyard to organic winegrowing and introducing plot-based and natural winemaking techniques. Today, the wines are already of a high standard and this estate is a gem to watch closely!
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