Domaine Grand Vin Jaune

Domaine Grand was founded in 1692 and today is in the capable hands of Nathalie and Emmanuel Grand, who have been behind the move towards organics. Their wines are towards the richer and more oxidative end of the scale – broad and rich, yet always controlled, plus a superb fizz and an excellent red. They make 19 wines in total from 9.5 hectares and are considered to be one of the most exciting up-and-coming Jura estates. The famous vin jaune or “yellow wine” must be made exclusively from Savagnin and aged “sous voile” for at least 6 years in barrel without topping. No SO2 added. Traditionally only 62% of the wine is left after evaporation, hence the unique bottle size. A sensational wine – a very complex nose with dried mango, grilled nuts, dried orange rind, ginger, smoke, honey, salt. Full and long with great acidity and layer upon layer of flavour.