Domaine Macle, Macvin du Jura AOC
NV, Jura, France
Classification Macvin du Jura AOC
Colour / Type White, Fortified
Bottle size 75cl
Alcohol 17%
Grape Chardonnay
Average score 90
Indulge in the luxurious taste of Domaine Macle's Macvin du Jura AOC, a rare and exquisite white fortified wine from France. This fine wine hails from the renowned Jura wine region, known for producing some of the most unique and high-quality wines in the world. With a rich history dating back to the year 1000, this Macvin du Jura AOC is a true testament to the craftsmanship and dedication of the winemakers at Domaine Macle. Each bottle contains 750 ml of pure elegance, perfect for savoring on special occasions or gifting to the wine connoisseur in your life. Experience the complexity and depth of flavors in every sip of this exceptional wine, which pairs beautifully with a variety of dishes or can be enjoyed on its own. Whether you're a seasoned wine enthusiast or a curious novice looking to expand your palate, LadyWine is your go-to destination for discovering and purchasing the finest wines from around the world. Cheers to a life well-lived with Domaine Macle's Macvin du Jura AOC!
About Domaine Macle
Ch teau-Chalon Jean Macle is the oldest famous of the six Jura appellations of origin. This unique hill of only 19 hectares is home to the extraordinary Vin Jaune made from the Savagnin variety. The grapes are harvested late and then aged in small oak barrels for a minimum of six years and three months, although some producers age their Vin Jaune for up to 10 years or more in barrels. Slightly porous oak barrels, by design, are not completely airtight, and nearly 40% of the wine evaporates over the years. This loss is not filled and a thick layer of flower yeast, which looks like white foam, develops on the surface of the wine and helps prevent excessive oxidation. This aging method, similar to that used for Fino sherry in Spain, but which in France is specific to the Jura, allows the wine to acquire its distinctive flavours, characteristic of walnut, almond, spices, and apple, before its launch. This remarkable dry wine, at its best, is immensely complex and highly aromatic, best appreciated after at least 10 years in the bottle. They cultivate 12 hectares, 8 planted in Chardonnay on the Jura Coast and 4 planted in Savagnin in Ch teau-Chalon. They make sous voile or 'under the veil', a semi-oxidative style of wine. Vin Jaune is not made every year, depending on the quality of the grape. The Macle family has a 16th-century cave where they store all the barrels for aging. Attached to each barrel is a small spout that sits below the surface of the wine so that it can be tested without disturbing the veil of the flower.