In the galaxy of natural wines, Jean-Marc Brignot is a shooting star. Originally from Normandy, he settled in the Jura in 2004, after having a few experiences in the Beaujolais and Champagne regions. It was on Pierre Overnoy's recommendation, whom he had worked for, that he bought 4.5 hectares of vines from Domaine Robert Aviet in Molamboz, Arbois. The Poulsard, Chardonnay, Savagnin and Trousseau vines grow on the clay-siliceous soils. Always conscious of the conservation of nature, he has adopted biodynamic principles and a natural approach to winemaking. He therefore carries all his winemaking out without any inputs and almost always without using sulphur, creating cuvées which make a strong impression on Jura wine lovers. After adopting the hat of a travelling winemaker for a few years, vinifying grapes from different regions in France, he sold his estate in 2012 to move to the land of the rising sun. Today located on Sado Island, 400km from Tokyo, he cultivates a micro-parcel of Koshu vines - a native white grape variety. He also opened a wine bar to introduce Japan to the wines he loves. An eccentric winemaker, whose Jura wines have become iconic in just a few years.

Jour de Fête is an iconic wine born of Jean-Marc Brignot’s festive, vibrant and uncompromising philosophy. The grapes come from small parcels around Pupillin, where the vines thrive at altitudes between 300 and 400 metres, on well-exposed slopes. The soils mainly consist of grey and blue Lias marl mixed with limestone scree, which favour water retention, crucial during dry summers. Grapes are harvested and pressed as whole clusters. Fermentation is spontaneous, with no inputs and the wine matures on the lees in old casks for over a year.
In the glass, the wine reveals a striking pale yellow hue. The nose is lively and fruit-forward, characterised by fresh citrus, crisp yellow apple, white flowers and brioche notes. The palate is juicy and clean, revealing fine mineral tension and vibrant acidity.