Blanc de Noirs
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Typically best enjoyed within 1 to 5 years of release to appreciate its fresh fruit and vibrant tension, though high-quality disgorgements can cellar well for up to 8 years.
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Oysters, roasted poultry, aged Comté cheese
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Crafted in the heart of the Jura by the visionary biodynamic pioneers Bénédicte and Stéphane Tissot, this Blanc de Noirs is a sparkling masterpiece that redefines the potential of Crémant du Jura. While Jura is historically celebrated for its oxidative still whites, its sparkling wine heritage is equally profound, culminating in the creation of the Crémant du Jura AOC in 1995. Tissot's Blanc de Noirs is made entirely from Pinot Noir grapes grown on the region's characteristic clay and limestone soils. Embracing their strict biodynamic philosophy, the grapes are hand-harvested and fermented using indigenous yeasts. The wine undergoes secondary fermentation in the bottle according to the traditional method and is aged on its lees to develop complexity, before being disgorged with little to no dosage. This results in a sparkling wine of remarkable tension, showcasing a vibrant mineral backbone, delicate red fruit undertones, and a signature saline finish that reflects the unique Jura terroir.
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Founded in 1962 by André and Mireille Tissot, Domaine André et Mireille Tissot (widely known as Bénédicte & Stéphane Tissot) is a pioneering estate located in Montigny-les-Arsures in the Jura region of France. Under the visionary leadership of Stéphane Tissot and his wife Bénédicte, who took over in 1989, the estate transitioned to organic farming in 1999 and achieved biodynamic certification in 2004. Renowned for their uncompromising commitment to terroir, they practice meticulous parcel-by-parcel vinification using minimal sulfur and indigenous yeasts to craft highly expressive, mineral-driven wines. Their legendary portfolio includes singular white expressions like the clay-driven 'La Mailloche' and 'Les Bruyères' Chardonnays, complex Savagnins, and profound Vin Jaune, alongside exceptional reds such as the 'Trousseau Singulier'. Address: Rue de l'Abreuvoir, 39600 Montigny-les-Arsures, Jura, France Website: http://www.stephanetissot.com