Vin Jaune - 2015 - Jean François Ganevat

A 100% Savagnin from vines planted on grey marls, matured sous voile. Vin jaune or yellow wine, is known as the ‘Gold of the Jura’. The grapes were harvested late (2nd fortnight of October). The wine was matured in a Burgundian barrel for 9 years, without any ouillage or topping up. Over time, 1/3 of the total volume evaporates, while a layer of flor forms on the surface of the wine in the barrel, which nourishes and protects the wine as it matures. Once this period is over, “la percée” can be performed, when the wine removed and bottled.