Jura Flashcards
What is the major soil type of the Jura?
limestone and marl, with clay at the lower elevations
What is the Jura synonym for Chardonnay?
Gamay Blanc
What is the Jura synonym for Savagnin?
Naturé
What are the five major grapes of the Jura?
Poulsard, Trousseau, Pinot Noir Gamay Blanc, Naturé
Order of harvesting?
Chardonnay then the reds (PN, Poulsard, Trousseau) then Savagnin (November)
What is Melon Queue Rouge?
A local Jura clone of Chardonnay with a red stem (queue rouge)
What is the standard Jura AOP?
Côtes du Jura AOP
What are the three communal appellations of the Jura?
Arbois AOP L’Etoile AOP
Château-Chalon AOP
What styles of wine are produced in Arbois AOP?
ALL - white, red, rosé, Vin de Paille, Vin Jaune
What village is allowed to append itself to Arbois?
Pupillin
Who is the most famous resident of Pupillin?
Louis Pasteur
What styles are permitted for L’Etoile AOP?
Blanc Sec, Vin de Paille, Vin Jaune
What grapes are authorized in l’Etoile AOP?
Chardonnay, Savagnin, Poulsard (Blanc)
What are the aging requirements for Vin Jaune?
Aged until December 15th of the sixth year following the harvest, including at least five years under the voile. Released January 1st of the 7th year after harvest.
What is the aging regimen for Vin de Paille?
Dried for a min. of 6 weeks, aged 3 years including 18mos in wood.
