Alexandre Jouveau is an artist, to say the least. After studying at the School of Fine Arts and working as a fashion photographer, including for Chanel, he changed direction, turning his attention to Burgundy, its vineyards and its vines. His wines bear his stamp, such as this Vin de France produced from Pinot Noir – noble flagship grape variety of the region – cultivated with loving care using environmentally friendly methods certified by the Demeter label. In the winery, the notion of preserving the identity of the terroir continues and is put into practice through low-intervention winemaking methods, in particular by allowing native yeasts to trigger fermentation and by using sulphur sparingly or not at all. The wine is then matured in foudres, large capacity tuns, to ensure that the woodiness does not overpower the aromas of the grape variety.
Tasting reveals a complex wine of striking finesse. The ruby-red colour reveals notes of red and black berries, floral notes such as violet and a liquorice finish. The tannins are delicate.