Domaine Rolet - Arbois Tradition Chardonnay Savagnin 2018
91/100
RVF
"A wonderful introduction to the distinctive character of Jura wines"
“The whites aged under a veil, as always, stand out as the perfect ambassadors of the Jura’s ‘distinctive flavor.’ Toasted nut notes characterize the Tradition cuvée (a blend of Chardonnay aged for 4 years in large oak casks, topped up with wine, and Savagnin aged for 4 years in oak barrels under a veil), which combines aromatic power, richness, and a fresh, lively character” (The RVF Guide 2026)
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Eye
A crystal-clear, straw-yellow color with silvery highlights
Nose
Delicate, with notes of nuts (almond, green walnut)
Palate
Bright, supple attack; lovely minerality; hints of the sea; good length
Serve
At 12-14°C
Open
1/2 hour before
Drink before
2028+
Food and Wine Pairings
It pairs perfectly with cream-based specialities from the Franche-Comté region topped with morels, a combination of veal sweetbreads and lobster, aged Comté cheese, or even more exotic dishes flavored with curry...
Bettane & Desseauve
Rated 2 stars (A solid, recommendable wine, though slightly more consistent and uniform than the previous one)
About the estate:
It is one of the largest estates in the Jura, with 65 hectares of vineyards spread across the Arbois, Côtes du Jura, and L’Étoile appellations. The lineup, which includes numerous cuvées of all types of wines (ouillés, sous voile, crémants, macvin, paille, and jaune), with a majority of whites, was considered comprehensive but inconsistent, with some fine Gems s in older vintages. The wines have regained a certain consistency in quality.
RVF - La Revue du Vin de France / Guide des Meilleurs Vins de France
Wine rated (2026 guide) 91/100
Rated Estate (2023 Guide) Selected (Please note that this guide is a ranking, and as such, all estates listed here—even those without a star—represent, in our view, the pinnacle of French winemaking.)
About the wine:
As always, the white wines aged under a veil of yeast stand out as the perfect ambassadors of the Jura’s “distinctive flavor.” The Tradition cuvée (a blend of Chardonnay aged for four years in large oak casks, topped up with wine, and Savagnin aged for four years in barrels under a veil of yeast) offers notes of toasted nuts, combining aromatic intensity, fullness, and a fresh, lively character.
About the estate:
The Arbois appellation owes a great deal to the Rolet estate. While it has managed over the years to maintain its own distinctive style—a blend of classic winemaking rooted in Jura traditions and strong technical expertise—the estate has not always achieved consistency across its entire range. The wines characterized by aging under a veil (particularly the yellow wines of Arbois) are the most consistently successful. In the spring of 2018, the estate and its vineyards were acquired by the Devillard family—well known for its Burgundian wines—along with other shareholders. Under the leadership of Cédric Ducoté, recent vintages have shown greater stylistic confidence and more consistency, which we are delighted to see.
Wine Enthusiast
Rated Estate (2021 Guide) Recommended (Wine producer recommended by Wine Enthusiast)