Ratings
Vivino rating 4.0 (30 ratings for 2018 vintage)
Identity
| Producer | Philippe Chatillon |
| Vol | 0.75 |
| Classification | Natural wine, Organic/Biodynamic (uncertified) |
| Grapes | Savagnin |
| Color | White |
| Sweetness | Dry |
Tasting
| Color Desc | Light gold-yellow, bright. |
| Aroma | Aromatic with notes of white florals, chamomile, lemon, lime, citrus, almond, nutty, hazelnut, pineapple, tropical fruits, minerals, earthy, salinity, butter, oak, cream, and subtle oxidative notes. |
| Palate | Good acidity on a tense, balanced palate with a full body, length, and serious expression; bright and tightly wound, immediately dry and a little tight, opening with a wash of acidity. |
| Finish | Long, nutty, mineral finish with white florals, balanced and persistent. |
| Food Pairing | Pairs well with mature and hard cheese, mild and soft cheese, poultry, mushrooms, and cheeseboards. |
| Aging Potential | Good aging potential, can develop complexity over years. |
Profile
Acidity (1-5)
HIGHER THAN AVERAGE
Body (1-5)
HIGH
Aroma (1-5)
HIGH
Minerality (1-5)
LOW
Enology
| Organic | Yes |
| Biodynamic | Yes |
| Natural | Yes |
| ABV % | 12.0 |
| Sugar (g/l) | 1.00 |
| Aging Process | Oxidative wine aged 5 years in barrel, aged in open top barrels and 'topped up' (ouillé) to counteract evaporation and prevent over-oxidation. |
| Fermentation | spontaneous fermentation, no fining, no filtration |
Terroir
| Soil | Grey marl |
| Vine Age | old vines |
| Harvest Type | manual |
| Harvest Desc | Grapes harvested by hand on hillside plot in Passenans near Poligny |
Interesting facts
| Philippe Chatillon was the estate manager at Domaine de La Pinte for 18 years before starting his own vineyard in 2013; he uses bio-harmony with sound vibrations to balance wines and is committed to natural, biodynamic, and organic practices. |
Logistics
| Cork | natural cork |