COLOUR
White
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2016
GRAPE
Savagnin
PRODUCER
Domaine Rolet
REGION
Jura
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium - Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
The Domaine Rolet Arbois Vin Jaune 2016 is a white wine from the Jura region of France, made exclusively from the Savagnin grape. It is produced in the traditional Vin Jaune style, characterized by extended aging under a veil of yeast. Domaine Rolet, founded in 1942, is an iconic estate in the Jura, now managed by three families dedicated to authentic winemaking and expressing the region's terroir. The Jura is a small, mountainous region known for its unique grape varieties and ancient winemaking traditions.
ALCOHOL
14.0%
AVG. PRICE
€46
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
8-12°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Vin Jaune means 'yellow wine' in French.
Fact 02
It's aged for a minimum of 60 months under a veil of yeast.
Fact 03
This wine can age for decades, developing further complexity.
Fact 04
The unique aging process is similar to that of Spanish Sherry.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The production of Arbois Vin Jaune begins with fermentation in stainless steel tanks. The defining characteristic is its extended aging process, which lasts a minimum of 60 months in oak barrels. During this period, the wine matures under a veil of yeast, a technique known as 'sous-voile.' This controlled oxidative aging is fundamental to developing the wine's distinctive complex aromas and flavors. The grapes are hand-harvested to ensure quality. The estate is also in conversion to organic farming practices.
