Fumey-Chatelain - Arbois - Vin Jaune - White - 2016

Wine:

The 2016 Arbois Vin Jaune White is nothing short of remarkable—a benchmark in the world of oxidative wines aged under flor. Sourced from old vines rooted in powerful marl soils, it delivers a deeply expressive take on the Savagnin grape, brimming with flavours of lemon zest, green apple, toasted almond, walnut, and warm spices like cumin. With its signature biscuity richness and lifted, mouthwatering acidity, the wine is both powerful and endlessly long on the palate. A stunning combination of freshness, texture, and aromatic complexity. Rated 95/100 by Parker.

Vinification:

Hand harvested. Old vines. Lias marl soils. Whole grapes pressed in a pneumatic press. Spontaneous fermentation in vats using indigenous yeasts. Entonnage in the estate's attics. Aged for 6 years in 228-liter barrels in a cool cellar. Production of 5,178 bottles.

Temperature:

Serve between 18 and 20°C.

Food and wine pairing:

Mushroom croustade, poultry with Vin Jaune and creamed morels, American-style lobster, mature Comté du Jura.

Cellar aging:

From now until 2038, and even longer for enthusiasts.

An artisanal estate based in Montigny-lès-Arsures, just outside Arbois, Domaine Fumey-Chatelain has become a beloved name among Jura wine lovers—celebrated for its vibrant, sincere cuvées that capture the spirit of Arbois with both elegance and ease.

Now run by Marin, the next generation of the family, the organically farmed vineyard is making impressive strides. This year marks its debut in the Revue du Vin de France (RVF)—France’s leading wine publication—highlighted for wines that bring a sense of joy and clarity, crafted from ripe, high-quality fruit and handled with a light, confident touch.

Don’t miss the chance to explore this rising star of the Jura—a domaine that’s winning over a new wave of enthusiasts and helping to make the region’s wines more accessible than ever.