Château Jonc-Blanc - Acacia du Jonc-Blanc 2013
17/20
RVF
14/20
Bettane & Desseauve
L'Acacia du Jonc Blanc is the result of a meticulous, hand-picked selection of overripe grapes, one by one. Tiny yields and a natural, sulfur-free fermentation process yield a powerful, full-bodied, and complex wine. A true standout in the Bergerac appellation!
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Eye
straw-yellow dress
Nose
powerful aromatic profile, complexity, sometimes with oxidative characteristics
Palate
long finish, elegance, and finesse
Serve
at 10-12°C
Open
30 minutes before
Drink from
2016
Drink before
2019
Food and wine pairings
pairs well with poultry, white meats, goat cheese, and hard cheeses...
Bettane & Desseauve
Rated wine (2015 guide) 14/20 (2012 vintage) (Good wine)
Winery rated 1 star (A high-quality, recommended wine that lives up to what one would expect from its appellation(s))
About the estate:
Isabelle Carles and Franck Pascal, who moved to Vélines in 2000, have chosen to produce pure, sulfur-free wines that are both easy to drink and fruity—wines meant to be enjoyed. Certified biodynamic since the 2011 vintage, the 19-hectare estate has always been managed according to the principles of organic farming, in order to preserve both the environment and their health. It was a wise decision, for without falling into the trap of natural wine—where fermentation runs wild—they produce a lovely, fairly consistent range, crafted by terroir, without technical fuss, in the Burgundian style.
RVF - La Revue du Vin de France / Guide des Meilleurs Vins de France
Wine rated (2015 guide) 17/20 (Vintage 2012) (Great wine)
Rated estate (2021 guide) 1*Star (Up-and-coming stars or quality winemakers producing wines of a high standard—you won’t be disappointed when tasting the wines from these estates)
About the estate:
Located on clay-limestone soil overlooking the right bank of the Dordogne, this estate stands out as one of the driving forces behind Bergerac’s renaissance. Isabelle Carles and Franck Pascal craft lively, pure wines with intense character and remarkable freshness, which they offer at very affordable prices. The reds are sulfur-free and contain no additives, even at bottling. This approach is masterfully executed: after aeration, the wines remain clean and well-structured, with perfect, natural acidity.