2019 Domaine Jean Macle "Pioche" Côtes du Jura, Jura, FranceABOUT THIS WINE The Pioche is a blend of two different Savagnins, both from Macles Chateau Chalon Vineyard. 50% is a Savagnin aged in tank and 50% is aged in the sous voile manner. Initially Laurent wanted experiment with a Savigvnin that was vinfied entirely in tank, but after three years of aging he decided that he didnt like the style. So he decided to blend it with some Savagnin sous voile, which became the Pioche. ABOUT THIS PRODUCER Chteau

and Catherine (oenologist) holds a BTS viticulture and oenology in Blanquefort

This block is bathed in afternoon sunlight during the growing season and the wine - concentrated and beautifully-structured - consistently shows a mix of red and black fruits with spice and mineral overtones

The Estate works with environmentally-friendly pest management methods and controlled yields

Mendocino and Contra Costa Counties to create these special wines

Imperfections and slight color variation may be present however we embrace these as unique characteristics of each piece

The château entered the modern age with the Valette family

Harvest takes place normally during the middle of October

cultural and oenological stopover located in the heart of the Jura

When arriving at the winery

and set about shattering preconceptions of what Douro wines represent

It is widely sought by gourmets

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