Domaine des Carlines La Vouivre Chardonnay/Savagnin 2021

Domaine des Carlines is a rising star in the Jura, founded in 2015 by Patrick and Sophie Ligeron in the historic village of Ménétru-le-Vignoble, within the Château-Chalon appellation. With a deep respect for the region’s traditions and terroir, the estate works organically across a patchwork of vineyards planted on classic grey marl soils. Their wines are precise, expressive, and crafted with minimal intervention — a fresh yet respectful take on Jura’s winemaking heritage.

Coming off a terrible low low-yielding 2021 harvest, resulting in the loss of 80% of their crop!! The upside to this is all their top sites go into this one "lower tier" wine. A wine that really reflects the unique and exceptional Jura terroir, driven by rocks and minerals, and is loaded with flavour and interest. Fennel seeds and just ripe apricots on wet stone. Great drinking.

‘La Vouivre’ is their signature white blend, combining 70% Chardonnay with 30% Savagnin — the region’s two great white grapes — from four separate lieux-dits. Fermented and aged in used Burgundy barrels for over a year, it strikes a beautiful balance between Chardonnay’s supple fruit and Savagnin’s nervy acidity and earthy spice. The nose shows lifted citrus, white flowers, and a subtle oxidative note — think toasted hazelnuts and ginger. On the palate, it's textured yet taut, with a mineral backbone and a long, savoury finish. A brilliant example of Jura’s unique style, it’s both approachable and complex — and a perfect pairing with cheese, roast poultry, or richer seafood dishes.