Jura, Domaine des Carlines, Le Calvaire, AOC Côtes du Jura, White
Jura, Domaine des Carlines, Le Calvaire, AOC Côtes du Jura, White
Domaine des Carlines has been created by Patrick and Sophie Ligeron end of 2015, when an opportunity to take over a vineyard came up. Patrick Ligeron being born in Jura and, with his wife Sophie being in the wine business for a long time, they both have been looking for an opportunity to realize Patrick's dream, and it finally paid off. The vineyard of 11 hectares is located in Ménétru-Le-Vignoble, part of Château-Châlon appellation : 3 of their 11 hectares are located in this famous area.
The story
Le Calvaire is a 1.6 ha parcel of Chardonnay. This terroir, En Lya, has exactly the same composition as the Chateau-Chalon appellation, but is located just outside its boundaries. It produces wines of great minerality and tension.
Vinification
Natural fermentation. Maturation in used Burgundy oak barrels (225L for approx. 12-15 months. Final blending and maturation for 3-6 months. No filtration, no clarification.
Varietals
Chardonnay: 100
Specifications
Alcohol content: % vol.
GM:
Allergenes: Contains sulphites.
