Fumey-Chatelain - Arbois - Trousseau Vieilles Vignes - Red - 2022

Wine:

Driven by a well-defined, subtle, graceful, and aromatic profile, the 2022 Red Arbois Trousseau Vieilles Vignes is a delicate wine. The inclusion of 50% whole clusters adds finesse, highlighting the finely chiseled structure with aromas of black cherry, crushed strawberry, a wonderful minty freshness, and a silky texture. A pure expression of the varietal.

Vinification:

Hand harvested in the morning. 50% whole grapes. Spontaneous fermentation in stainless-steel vats using indigenous yeasts, 20-day sulfur-free maceration. Aged for 10 months in stainless steel vats. Production of 3,500 bottles.

Localities: North side of Sauvagny and Le Clouzot (Montigny). Jura clay and limestone soils. Vines planted between 1962 and 1970, organically grown and undergoing certification since 2020.

Temperature:

Serve between 14 and 16°C in a large glass.

Food and wine pairing:

Aperitif, Comté quiche, brioche sausage, pâté en croûte, Morteau sausage, veal chop with porcini mushrooms, spit-roasted poultry.

Cellar aging:

From now until 2030, and beyond for enthusiasts.

An artisanal estate in Montigny-lès-Arsures, near the gateway to Arbois, Domaine Fumey-Chatelain has become a favorite among Jura wine lovers, celebrated for its captivating cuvées that naturally and elegantly express the essence of Arbois.

Now managed by Marin Fumey, the son, and cultivated organically, the vineyard is making great strides, earning a well-deserved place in the RVF Guide this year. It has been recognized for its wines that offer a delightful sense of clarity and joy, crafted from ripe, noble-quality grapes."