Marnes Blanches Vin de Paille
From France’s Jura region, Domaine des Marnes Blanches is a small family-run estate known for its commitment to organic farming and minimal-intervention winemaking. Established by Pauline and Géraud Fromont, the domaine highlights the unique marl soils (‘marnes blanches’) that give their wines distinct character. Their philosophy is rooted in authenticity, respect for nature, and an emphasis on traditional Jura styles.
Wine Description
This Vin de Paille, or ‘straw wine,’ is crafted by drying hand-harvested grapes for several months to concentrate sugars and aromas before pressing and fermentation. It typically blends Savagnin, Chardonnay, and Poulsard, though proportions vary by vintage. Deep amber in colour, the wine reveals aromas of dried apricot, candied citrus peel, honey, caramel, and roasted nuts. On the palate, it is luscious and unctuous with layers of fig, quince, and spice, balanced by fresh acidity.
Food Pairing
Ideal with blue cheeses such as Bleu de Gex or Roquefort, nut-based desserts like walnut tart, or foie gras. Its concentrated sweetness and freshness also make it a perfect stand-alone meditation wine. Together, these pairings highlight the wine’s depth and character.
From France’s Jura region, Domaine des Marnes Blanches is a small family-run estate known for its commitment to organic farming and minimal-intervention winemaking. Established by Pauline and Géraud Fromont, the domaine highlights the unique marl soils (‘marnes blanches’) that give their wines distinct character. Their philosophy is rooted in authenticity, respect for nature, and an emphasis on traditional Jura styles.
Wine Description
This Vin de Paille, or ‘straw wine,’ is crafted by drying hand-harvested grapes for several months to concentrate sugars and aromas before pressing and fermentation. It typically blends Savagnin, Chardonnay, and Poulsard, though proportions vary by vintage. Deep amber in colour, the wine reveals aromas of dried apricot, candied citrus peel, honey, caramel, and roasted nuts. On the palate, it is luscious and unctuous with layers of fig, quince, and spice, balanced by fresh acidity.
Food Pairing
Ideal with blue cheeses such as Bleu de Gex or Roquefort, nut-based desserts like walnut tart, or foie gras. Its concentrated sweetness and freshness also make it a perfect stand-alone meditation wine. Together, these pairings highlight the wine’s depth and character.
Original: $55.17
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$19.31Description
From France’s Jura region, Domaine des Marnes Blanches is a small family-run estate known for its commitment to organic farming and minimal-intervention winemaking. Established by Pauline and Géraud Fromont, the domaine highlights the unique marl soils (‘marnes blanches’) that give their wines distinct character. Their philosophy is rooted in authenticity, respect for nature, and an emphasis on traditional Jura styles.
Wine Description
This Vin de Paille, or ‘straw wine,’ is crafted by drying hand-harvested grapes for several months to concentrate sugars and aromas before pressing and fermentation. It typically blends Savagnin, Chardonnay, and Poulsard, though proportions vary by vintage. Deep amber in colour, the wine reveals aromas of dried apricot, candied citrus peel, honey, caramel, and roasted nuts. On the palate, it is luscious and unctuous with layers of fig, quince, and spice, balanced by fresh acidity.
Food Pairing
Ideal with blue cheeses such as Bleu de Gex or Roquefort, nut-based desserts like walnut tart, or foie gras. Its concentrated sweetness and freshness also make it a perfect stand-alone meditation wine. Together, these pairings highlight the wine’s depth and character.
