Domaine GANEVAT - Les Varrons Vieilles Vignes 2020
The Les Varrons Vieilles Vignes 2020 cuvée from Domaine Ganevat is a great white wine from Jura, made from chardonnay sourced from old vines grown on a clay-limestone terroir. This cuvée illustrates a deeply traditional and demanding interpretation of chardonnay under veil, faithful to the viticultural history of Jura. The choice of winemaking without topping up places Les Varrons in the lineage of great wines of patience, shaped by time and the action of the veil. The work in the vineyard as well as in the cellar is based on a minimalist approach, respectful of the grape and its environment. The 2020 vintage offers a mature and structured material, perfectly suited to this type of long aging. This cuvée stands out for its assertive character and depth. It is aimed at lovers of racé and authentic veil wines.
The nose reveals itself complex and intense, marked by notes of fresh walnut, hazelnut, dried fruits, and ripe apple. Upon aeration, nuances of mild curry, spices, and a deep mineral framework inherited from the clay-limestone soil appear. On the palate, the attack is broad and structured, carried by dense and vibrant material. The veil brings great aromatic complexity while preserving a beautiful natural tension. The texture is deep, almost oily, but always balanced by an underlying freshness. The flavors evolve slowly, revealing great persistence. The finish is long, saline, and intensely marked by the veil.
Vinified in a large oak vat without topping up, Les Varrons Vieilles Vignes 2020 was aged for three years under veil, following a deliberately simple and traditional approach. The wine is made without additives, with indigenous yeasts, without fining, without filtration, and without any addition of sulfur. This long aging confers natural stability, aromatic depth, and remarkable aging potential to the wine. It is a wine for gastronomy and meditation, capable of evolving over many years. This cuvée embodies Jean-François Ganevat's radical and sincere vision for great Jura wines. A powerful, racé, and timeless veil chardonnay.
Grape variety : 100% Chardonnay
