Fumey-Chatelain - Arbois - Savagnin Ouillé - Blanc - 2022

Wine:

From young vines grown on marl soils, the 2022 white Arbois Savagnin Ouillé is fermented and aged in barrels, offering a precise profile with sharp acidity and pronounced salinity. The well-matured harvest reveals aromas of acacia flowers, lemon, and bitter almond. The mouthwatering finish makes it an irresistible match for seafood or fish.

Vinification:

Hand harvested. Whole grapes pressed in a pneumatic press. Spontaneous fermentation using indigenous yeasts, followed by 12 months' ageing on fine lees, with topping-up, 70% in 500-liter barrels and 30% in foudres, then 6 months in enamelled steel and stainless steel tanks. Production of 10,000 bottles.
Localities: La Vasée, en Longchamps, Sauvagny, la Bouthière (Montigny), la Teppes aux loups (Arbois). Lias marl soils. Vines planted between 2007 and 2019, organically grown and undergoing certification since 2020.

Temperature:

Serve between 10 and 12°C in a large glass.

Food and wine pairing:

Seafood, shellfish, fish, Bresse poultry in cream sauce, mature Comté cheese.

Cellar aging:

From now until 2030, and beyond for enthusiasts.

The Fumey-Chatelain estate, an artisanal estate in Montigny-lès-Arsures near Arbois, has become a favorite among Jura wine enthusiasts. Known for its exciting cuvées that naturally and elegantly express the Arbois identity, this estate is a must-visit for wine lovers.

Now managed by Marin Fumey, the son, and practicing organic viticulture, the vineyard is making remarkable strides. This year, it made a notable entry in the RVF Guide, recognized for its wines that exude clarity and cheerfulness, crafted from ripe, noble grapes.