Jura Flashcards
How much of France’s total wine production does Jura account for?
.5%
Has Jura wine production increased or decreased dramatically since the 19th century?
decreased
Why is Jura production and popularity beginning to rise again?
due to the wines made from the local varieties: Savagnin, Trousseau, and Poulsard
What international varieties are grown in Jura?
Chardonnay
Pinot Noir
What kind of climate does Jura have?
Moderate continental
Where are the majority of Jura’s vineyards planted?
west facing slopes of the Jura Mountains at 250 to 400 m
Why is grass planted between the rows of vines in the Jura?
the slopes are prone to erosion
Why are vines trained high off of the ground in the Jura region?
to mitigate the risk of frost in the continental climate
What hazards are common to the vineyards in Jura?
Rain: during the growing season, at flowering, at fruit set, and at harvest.
What are the most planted black grapes in Jura from most to least?
Poulsard
Pinot Noir
Trousseau
Is malolactic commonly used on Jura’s white wines?
yes
How long is barrel aging for red wines of the Jura?
typically less than one year
What is the name for the oxidative style of white wine produced in Jura?
Vin Jaune
Describe the unique production process for making Vin Jaune.
- Wines are made from fermenting the Savagnin grape to dryness
- Wines are aged in barrel with ullage (head space for oxygen)
- Le Voile (aka the veil) of flor-type yeast develops on the surface; this is similar to Sherry
a. producers may inoculate with selected yeast or allow it to form naturally - Wines must remain under flor for a minimum of 5 years, with 6 years of total aging in barrel
a. barrels must be in a well-ventilated cellar, with seasonal temperature changes
b. due to transpiration in the barrel, alcohol will rise approximately 1 degree up to 13.5-15% abv
What is the sugar, acid, body alcohol, color, and quality of Vin Jaune?
dry
high acid
medium body
high alcohol
medium lemon to medium gold
very good to outstanding
