Benoît Badoz - Côtes du Jura - Vin Jaune - Blanc - 2017

Wine:

Freshly bottled in January and previewed by our Committee, the 2017 white Côtes du Jura Vin Jaune comes from a year marked by frost, significantly reducing yields. This makes it a collector's item in more ways than one, as Vin Jaune production is already limited, accounting for about 4% of Jura's output. With only 37 barrels produced, this 2017 vintage is a rare find. It's a powerful wine that benefits from ample decanting. The aromatics are intense, yet the oxidation is skillfully restrained, adding a layer of finesse. The iconic Vin Jaune flavor, with hints of walnuts and dried porcini, seems destined to last forever, leading into a palate remarkable for its breadth and strength. Already, when properly decanted, it can stand up to a 24 or 36-month aged Comté cheese (avoid overly floral Comté, which might struggle to complement the wine). With a potential to age 30 years or more, this wine has earned a 96/100 rating from our Committee.

Vinification:

Hand-harvested, indigenous yeasts, aged for 6 years in oak barrels in dry cellars (centuries-old cellars with basements and natural stones).
Bottled on January 09, 2024.

Domaine in conversion to organic farming in 2019.

Color:

Bright golden yellow.

Nose:

Powerful aromatics, notes of walnut and dried porcini, underlined by contrasting oxidation.

Palate:

Concentrated and powerful, this cuvée has an infinite ageing potential, releasing a wine that is both full-bodied and delicate! Superb!

Temperature:

Decant an hour before serving, between 18 and 20°C.

Food and wine pairing:

Comté du Jura affiné, endives au Comté gratin, poularde aux morilles, mushroom croustade, American-style lobster.

Cellar aging:

From now until 2050, and even longer for enthusiasts.

Benoît Badoz is renowned for his talent in preserving the rich winemaking traditions of Franche-Comté. With a nod to Burgundy's detailed vineyard practices, he skillfully captures the essence of Jura's unique terroirs. Employing biodynamic techniques, he creates distinctly flavorful cuvées, particularly his standout oxidative wines.

In the realm of food pairings, Vin Jaune shines as a unique gem. Famed for its seemingly endless aging potential, it stands as a timeless classic in the wine world.