Jeunes Vignes et Derniers Jus
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Typically best enjoyed 2–8 years from vintage release.
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Roasted chicken, creamy mushroom risotto, grilled white fish
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Crafted by the iconoclastic Jean-Marie Guffens, 'Jeunes Vignes et Derniers Jus' is a masterclass in turning unconventional winemaking decisions into liquid art. The name translates to 'Young Vines and Last Pressings'—a blend that defies traditional Burgundian orthodoxy. While many producers discard or sell off the final press fractions (derniers jus) fearing bitterness, Guffens recognizes their immense concentration of dry extract, phenolics, and mineral tension. By masterfully blending this structured press juice with the vibrant, high-toned fruit from the estate's younger Chardonnay vines, he coaxes out a wine of unexpected depth, rich texture, and electric acidity. It is a testament to Guffens' philosophy that great terroir and intuitive winemaking can elevate humble classifications to monumental heights.
🍾 wine.about_producer
Established in 1979 by Belgian expatriates Jean-Marie Guffens and Maine Heynen, Domaine Guffens-Heynen is a legendary estate located in Vergisson, Burgundy, France (Le Chavigne, 71960 Vergisson). Renowned for defying regional hierarchies, the domaine is celebrated for producing monumental, mineral-driven Chardonnay from historic plots like En Chavigne. Jean-Marie Guffens's uncompromising winemaking philosophy combines low yields, natural yeast fermentations, and extended lees aging to yield whites of extraordinary tension and complexity. Official website: http://www.verget-bourgogne.fr.