COLOUR
White
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2023
GRAPE
Chardonnay, Savagnin, Savagnin Rosé, Sauvignonasse
PRODUCER
Domaine Des Cavarodes
REGION
Franche-Comté
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium - Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Étienne Thiebaud established Domaine des Cavarodes in 2007 in Cramans, Franche-Comté, France. He is renowned for crafting wines of exceptional purity that truly express their terroir. This 2023 IGP Franche-Comté Blanc is a prime example, sourced from vineyards just outside the prestigious Arbois appellation, across the Loue river. The unique classification as an IGP allows for a broader expression of the region's character. Thiebaud's commitment to natural winemaking and the use of very old vines, some over a century old, contribute to the wine's profound complexity and distinctive Jura-like profile, despite its specific geographic classification. The 2023 vintage is described as a "delight" and is highly sought after due to limited production.
ALCOHOL
AVG. PRICE
STYLE
Natural
VEGAN
YES
SULPHITES
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
10-12°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Étienne Thiebaud's vineyards are located just outside the Arbois appellation, across the Loue river, giving it an IGP classification.
Fact 02
Some of the vines used for this wine are incredibly old, ranging from 60 to 120 years of age.
Fact 03
The wine is considered the 'epitome of a Jura wine' despite its IGP Franche-Comté classification.
Fact 04
Domaine des Cavarodes produces a very limited annual volume, making their wines highly sought after.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
Domaine des Cavarodes practices organic farming, certified by Ecocert, ensuring a sustainable approach in their vineyards. The grapes for this white wine are sourced from plots on the western side of the Loue river, featuring a terroir rich in limestone, clay, and marl. Vine ages vary significantly, with some parcels boasting vines between 60 and 120 years old, contributing to the wine's depth. Étienne Thiebaud employs natural winemaking techniques; for his white wines, a minimal amount of sulfur is added prior to fermentation. The 2023 IGP Franche-Comté Blanc was aged for 10 months in old wooden barrels, allowing for gentle maturation and integration of flavors.
