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, grain-by-grain selection of overripe grapes. Tiny yields and natural, sulfur-free fermentation produce a powerful, full-bodied, and complex wine. A true standout in the Bergerac appellation!
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Eye
straw yellow color
Nose
powerful aromatic profile, complexity, sometimes with oxidative characteristics
Mouth
long finish, elegance, and finesse
Serve
at 10-12°C
Open
1/2 hour 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 serious, recommendable production, consistent with what one would expect from its appellation(s))
About the estate:
Isabelle Carles and Franck Pascal, who moved to Vélines in 2000, chose to produce pure, sulfur-free wines that are both easy to drink and fruity—wines that are meant to be enjoyed. Certified biodynamic since the 2011 vintage, the 19-hectare estate has always been run according to the principles of organic farming, in order to preserve the environment and their health. They have done well, because without falling into the trap of natural wines, whose fermentation processes can get out of hand, they produce a lovely, fairly consistent range of wines, crafted according to terroir, without technicality, 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 good wines; 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 River, this estate has become one of the driving forces behind the revival of Bergerac. Isabelle Carles and Franck Pascal produce lively, pure wines with intense flavors and great freshness, which they offer at very affordable prices. The reds are sulfur-free and made without additives, even at bottling. This approach is masterfully executed: after aeration, the wines remain clean and well-structured, with perfect, natural acidity.
Customer rating
2.4/5
based on 9 reviews
Review by Mr. REMI M. Posted on May 6, 2018
Well-balanced. Aromatic without being overpowering, with lovely freshness—a very well-made wine.
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Review by Mr. FABIEN Q. Posted on September 14, 2017
Unfortunately, this producer's white wines are unfit for consumption: strong aromas of acetaldehyde = apple = oxidation.
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Review by Mr. FREDERIC D. Posted on June 18, 2017
Very fruity (apple...), quite pleasant, even if at times it feels more like drinking fruit juice than white wine!
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Review by Mr. PIERRE B. Posted on March 22, 2016
A pronounced reduction. Maybe a little too organic?
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Review by Mr. JEROME B. Posted on 12/03/2018
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Review by Mr. ARNAUD M. Posted on May 7, 2018
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Review and opinion by Mr. CEDRIC L. Published on 04/04/2018
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Review and opinion by Mr. JEAN MARIE D. Published on 07/18/2016
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Review by Mr. THIERRY D. Posted on May 24, 2016
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