COLOUR
White
TYPE
Sparkling
VINTAGE
N/A
GRAPE
Muscat Blanc à Petits Grains, Clairette
PRODUCER
Jaillance
REGION
Rhône
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium - Light
Sweetness
Medium - sweet
Acidity
Medium
Finish
Medium - Long
Intensity
Pronounced
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Clairette de Die Organic is a natural sparkling white wine from the AOC Clairette de Die appellation in the Rhône Valley's Diois sub-region. Jaillance, a cooperative winery established in 1947, is a leading producer in this appellation. The winery has a long-standing commitment to organic viticulture, having achieved certification in 1989. This wine is a testament to the region's winemaking heritage and Jaillance's dedication to sustainable practices and quality.
ALCOHOL
7.5%
AVG. PRICE
€18
STYLE
Natural
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now
Ideal temperature
6-10°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Pioneers in organic viticulture since 1989.
Fact 02
Uses the 'méthode ancestrale' for its sparkle.
Fact 03
Low alcohol content, typically around 7-8% ABV.
Fact 04
A cooperative winery with a legacy dating back to 1947.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The production of Clairette de Die Organic follows the traditional 'méthode ancestrale' (also known as 'méthode dioise ancestrale'). The process begins with a primary fermentation in stainless steel tanks at controlled low temperatures. This fermentation is halted by chilling when the wine reaches approximately 5% alcohol. The wine is then bottled, where a natural secondary fermentation occurs, creating the characteristic sparkle and a delicate sweetness. This method is distinct from traditional secondary fermentation in tanks or larger vessels, focusing on the bottle for the final effervescence. The grapes used are primarily Muscat Blanc à Petits Grains, with Clairette also permitted in the blend according to AOC regulations.
