COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
N/A
GRAPE
Trousseau (100%)
PRODUCER
Domaine de la Tournelle
REGION
Jura
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Light
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Medium - Long
Intensity
Mid - Pronounced
Tannins
Low
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Trousseau des Corvées is a single-varietal red wine from Domaine de la Tournelle in the Arbois AOC of the Jura, France, made exclusively from 100% Trousseau grapes. The wine originates from the esteemed 'Les Corvées' vineyard, recognized for its exceptional suitability for Trousseau. Domaine de la Tournelle, established by Evelyne and Pascal Clairet, is a benchmark producer in the Jura, deeply committed to organic and biodynamic farming practices. Their winemaking philosophy emphasizes minimal intervention, resulting in wines that are bottled without added sulfur, fining, or filtration, aiming to express the pure character of the grape and its terroir. Evelyne Clairet continues to lead the estate, upholding its legacy of natural winemaking.
ALCOHOL
AVG. PRICE
STYLE
Natural
VEGAN
YES
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
12-14°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
The wine hails from the 'Les Corvées' vineyard, considered one of the finest sites for Trousseau in the Jura.
Fact 02
Domaine de la Tournelle has been certified organic and biodynamic since 2007.
Fact 03
This wine is bottled without any added sulfur, fining, or filtration.
Fact 04
The estate was founded by Evelyne and Pascal Clairet, with Evelyne continuing the work after Pascal's passing.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The winemaking process for Trousseau des Corvées begins with hand-harvested grapes, which are 100% destemmed by hand in the vineyard, followed by a light crushing. Fermentation is spontaneous, utilizing indigenous yeasts in open containers, with maceration lasting 10 to 30 days and featuring daily cap plunges. Malolactic fermentation occurs in tanks. The wine then undergoes twelve months of aging in large, old oak barrels (foudres), avoiding any new wood. Finally, it is bottled without clarification or filtration, and without any added sulfur, preserving its natural character and freshness, often with its natural CO2 content.
