Jura & Savoie

France's wine heritage is world-renowned, holding an illustrious pedigree of renowned vineyards and winemaking traditions. Among the premier wine-making regions of the sports nation, Jura and Savoie stand proud, flaunting a prestigious realm of viticulture representing the quintessence of French finesse.

Jura, situated in eastern France, lies between Burgundy and Switzerland. This hilly, picturesque region is celebrated for its distinct and eclectic wine range, produced from specific local grape varieties like Savagnin and Poulsard. While Chardonnay and Pinot Noir are also grown here, their stylistic expression is unique to Jura. The region's most famous wine, Vin Jaune, made from late-harvest Savagnin grapes, acquires a characteristic nutty flavour and golden hue from an extended period of barrel ageing under a layer of yeast.

Savoie, contrary to Jura, is nestled in the shadows of the French Alps which gifts the region with a unique climate. It's renowned for producing bold reds and lively, aromatic whites from grapes such as Jacquère, Roussanne, Altesse, and Mondeuse. A highlight of the region is its sparkling wine - Crémant de Savoie, known for its delicate bubbles and intriguing flavours. The region's complex geological features, combined with the sharp Alpine air, result in wine profiles marked by mineral freshness with an underpinning of robust, rustic charm.

Despite the relatively small size of the Jura and Savoie regions, they have cemented their place firmly in the global wine scene. Here, traditional winemaking methods harmonise with innovative practices, creating a unique wine culture distinct to these regions. It is not merely the rare and unusual grape varieties or the idyllic terrains that make the wine from Jura and Savoie exceptional, but the intricate dance of the region's history, tradition, and its daring approach to winemaking. With every sip comes a promise of an odyssey across France's awe-inspiring landscapes and deep-rooted viniculture.

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