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COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
N/A
GRAPE
Poulsard
PRODUCER
Domaine Labet
REGION
Jura
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium - Light
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
High
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
Tannins
Low
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Sur Charrière, Les Parcelles Rares is a distinctive red wine from Domaine Labet, located in the Sud Revermont region of Jura, France. This wine is crafted exclusively from the Poulsard grape, sourced from a specific single vineyard known as 'Sur Charrière'. The vineyard is characterized by its limestone-rich soils and is planted with 50-year-old vines. Domaine Labet is renowned for its commitment to organic and biodynamic viticulture, employing minimal intervention winemaking techniques, including zero-sulfur vinification. This approach aims to capture the purest expression of the grape and its unique terroir. The wine is part of the 'Les Parcelles Rares' collection, signifying its special origin and limited production.
ALCOHOL
12.0%
AVG. PRICE
€145
STYLE
Natural
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
12-14°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Part of the 'Les Parcelles Rares' (The Rare Parcels) collection.
Fact 02
Made from 50-year-old massal selection Poulsard vines.
Fact 03
Cultivated on west-facing slopes at 350 meters altitude.
Fact 04
Employs zero-sulfur vinification for maximum purity.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The winemaking process for Sur Charrière, Les Parcelles Rares emphasizes purity and minimal intervention. Grapes are manually de-stemmed, followed by gentle maceration to preserve the delicate nature of the Poulsard. Fermentation occurs spontaneously using native yeasts. The wine is then aged in 228-liter barrels on its fine lees. A key aspect of Domaine Labet's approach is zero-sulfur vinification, ensuring a clean and direct expression of the grape and terroir. The domaine also adheres to strict organic and biodynamic farming practices.
