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.

This cuvée comes from Gamay vines grown on variegated marl, sometimes mixed with Bajocian limestone, typical of Jura slopes. These soils contribute natural freshness, fine structure and a distinctive minerality to the grapes. Harvesting is done by hand into small crates, with rigorous sorting in the vineyard. Fermentation is spontaneous, driven exclusively by native yeasts present on the grape skins. Ageing takes place for a year in old casks, without racking or stirring of the lees. Bottling is achieved without fining or filtration, in pursuit of maximum purity.
The clear ruby-red hue is elevated by garnet glints. The expressive, delicate nose combines fresh morello cherry, wild raspberry, white pepper and dried rose notes. Lively and juicy, the wine reveals radiant fruit through an airy, silky texture, lifted by fine-grained tannins.