Note: Bettane & Desseauve 16.5/20, RVF 16/20
"A traditional blend of Chardonnay and a little Savagnin, this wine is already open on the nose with hints of morel mushroom and mild curry, tender and fleshy on the palate with a long finish. A great success. ( Le Grand Guide des Vins de France 2011 - Bettane & Desseauve)
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Eye
Golden yellow color
Nose
fresh, with notes of spices (curry) and nuts
Mouth
great finesse, long finish
Serve
bottled, no decanting
Open
3 to 4 hours in advance
Drink from
2010
Drink before
2030
Production
approximately 20,000 bottles
Food and wine pairings
Enjoy with Asian cuisine, curry dishes, or creamy fish dishes, 12-month aged Comté cheeses...
Robert Parker - Wine Advocate
Rated estate (2021 guide) Recommended (Wine producer recommended by Robert Parker - The Wine Advocate)
RVF - La Revue du Vin de France / Guide des Meilleurs Vins de France
Rated estate (2022 guide) 3 stars (These represent the excellence of French vineyards. The best terroirs cultivated by the greatest winemakers. Tasting their wine is always a magical moment.)
About the estate:
Jean Macle, a prominent figure in the Jura wine region, passed away this winter. Tasting a Château-Chalon from the estate that bears his name is now more than ever a moment of particular intensity. A true "yellow" wine, straightforward, sharp, harmonious, and easy to drink, whose complexity comes not only from aging under a yeast veil. Now in the hands of Laurent Macle, this estate has produced vintages with such consistency and identity that it commands unanimous respect. Founded in 1850, it owns some of the steepest terroirs in the region, with slopes reaching up to 50%. The decision to plant vines on land that no one else wanted to venture onto at the time highlights the determination and passion of this winegrowing family, which has become synonymous with the Château-Chalon vineyard.
Customer rating
3.8/5
based on 9 reviews
Review and opinion by Mr. PATRICK B. Published on 05/24/2013
Strong character, not to everyone's taste.
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