Savagnin en amphore

Bénédicte & Stéphane Tissot
From the heart of the Jura, this organic white wine reveals the pure character of Savagnin aged in amphora. Bénédicte and Stéphane Tissot craft it with care, letting the grape’s natural energy shine through. You’ll find notes of citrus, white flowers and a subtle mineral touch that feels both vibrant and smooth. It’s a wine that invites curiosity and rewards every sip with depth and freshness. Serve it around 12°C to enjoy its full aromatic expression and elegant texture. Perfect for moments when you want something authentic, expressive and truly alive in the glass.
63.07 € incl tax

-5% for 6 identical bottles

6 in stock

Wine name: Savagnin en amphore 2024

Vintage: 2024

Producer: Domaine Bénédicte & Stéphane Tissot, Montigny-lès-Arsures, Jura

Grape varieties: 100% Savagnin

Region: Jura, eastern France

Appellation: Arbois AOC

Type of vinification: Hand-harvested fruit, whole-bunch pressing or partial destemming, spontaneous fermentation with indigenous yeasts in terracotta amphorae, ageing on fine lees in amphorae for roughly 12 months, no fining, light or no filtration, minimal sulphur added at bottling only, vinified "ouillé" (topped-up, non-oxidative style)

Maceration: Brief skin contact of a few days in amphora for texture and aromatic depth

Colour: Bright pale gold with greenish-yellow highlights, slight haze possible from low filtration

Bouquet: Fresh citrus zest, white peach, green almond, crushed stone and chalk, subtle notes of fennel, chamomile and dried hay

Palate: Taut and saline attack, finely textured mid-palate with gentle grip from the amphora, flavours of lemon, quince and hazelnut, pure mineral finish with lingering salinity

Alcohol content: 13% vol (approx.)

Soils: Grey and blue Lias marls with limestone scree, marly-limestone subsoil

Farming: Certified organic and biodynamic (Demeter), ploughing, herbal preparations, no synthetic treatments

Ageing potential: 5 to 12 years from the vintage

Food pairing: Comté cheese, poultry in cream sauce, roast pork, trout or pike-perch, morel mushrooms, grilled white fish, sushi and sashimi

Serving temperature: 11-13°C