Domaine Jean Macle - Côtes du Jura Tradition Savagnin Chardonnay 2018

Robert Parker - Wine Advocate

About the wine:

The 2018 “Traditional” from the Côtes du Jura was made from 80% Chardonnay and 20% Savagnin, both of which were covered by a flor. The two grape varieties were fermented and aged separately in barrels before being blended at the end of the aging process. I tasted this wine last year, and since then, it has gained in balance and elegance; it now seems more refined and subtle, with a round and silky palate.

RVF - La Revue du Vin de France / Guide des Meilleurs Vins de France

About the wine:

The 2018 Côtes-du-Jura, in which 20% Savagnin adds complexity to the Chardonnay, exhibits slightly greater structure. It is an exemplary wine, whose aromas of fresh leather and green walnut come through with great naturalness

About the estate:

A leading figure in the Jura wine region, Jean Macle 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, crisp, harmonious, and easy to drink—whose complexity stems not only from aging under a yeast veil. Now in the hands of Laurent Macle, this estate navigates the vintages with such consistency and such a distinct identity that it commands universal respect. Founded in 1850, it owns some of the steepest terroirs in the appellation, with slopes reaching up to 50%. The decision to plant vines on land where, at one time, no one dared to venture underscores the determination and passion of this winemaking family, which has become inseparable from the Château-Chalon vineyard.