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2022 Cellier Saint Benoit Arbois Pupillin Pinot Noir 'Courbes Raie' Jura, France
$135.00
Size: 0.5 ha (1.24 ac)
Variety: Pinot Noir
Vine Age: Planted in 1969 and 1995
Terroir: Located at the heart of the appellation. West-facing parcel, varying in steepness (7% average incline, 17% maximum). 408m altitude. Limestone soils with Lower Liassic fossilized mollusks.
Viticulture: Lutte raisonnée, converting gradually to organic.
Vinification: 100% whole cluster, ambient yeast fermentation in stainless steel tank, total maceration lasts 12 to 16 days. Mostly pump-overs, punched down only at the end of fermentation, vertical oak pressing. Aged 6 months in tank plus 2 months in older barrels (228L and 600L), no fining, no filtration. Low SO2 at vinification, after malo and at bottling.
Specs
- Country France
- Region Jura
- Appellation Arbois
- Style Red Wine
- Producer Cellier Saint Benoit
- Farming Practices Organic
- Grapes Pinot Noir
- Food Pairings Roast White Meats, Meaty Fish, Red Sauce
- Characteristics Flexes w/ Food, Red Fruit, Dressed to Impress