COLOUR
White
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2021
GRAPE
Savagnin
PRODUCER
Domaine De L'Aigle À Deux Têtes
REGION
Jura
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium - Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
High
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Les Clous is a white wine from the Côtes du Jura appellation in France, produced by Domaine De L'Aigle À Deux Têtes. The wine is made exclusively from the Savagnin grape, a variety indigenous to the Jura region. The estate, founded by Henri Le Roy, is situated on vineyard parcels like 'Les Clous,' characterized by rich marl soils and a south-facing exposure. The winemaking approach is inspired by Burgundian methods, with a focus on expressing the unique terroir. The 'Les Clous' cuvée often features the 'Naturé' variant of Savagnin, and sometimes the highly aromatic 'Muscaté' variant, making it a distinctive expression of the Jura.
ALCOHOL
AVG. PRICE
STYLE
Natural
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
10-12°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Savagnin is part of the Traminer family, related to Gewurztraminer.
Fact 02
The 'Les Clous' vineyard has vines over 100 years old.
Fact 03
Domaine De L'Aigle À Deux Têtes produces less than 10,000 bottles annually.
Fact 04
The rare Savagnin Muscate variant is used in some bottlings.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The winemaking process for Les Clous involves natural fermentation, utilizing indigenous yeasts to initiate the transformation of grape must into wine. Following fermentation, the wine undergoes aging in barrels using the 'ouillé' method, where barrels are regularly topped up to maintain freshness and prevent oxidation. This technique, inspired by Burgundian practices, allows for the integration of subtle oak influences and contributes to the wine's texture and complexity. The estate's commitment to organic viticulture and natural treatments in the vineyard underscores their philosophy of producing wines that reflect the unique terroir of the Jura.
