Domaine Rolet Macvin du Jura NV
The Wine
- Marc du Jura + Chardonnay and Savagnin juice
- Macvin du Jura is made by adding unfermented grape juice (Chardonnay and Savagnin for the Blanc) to Marc du Jura
- Aged in in old barrels for 48 months (The Marc that’s used is aged for 6+ years)
- Minimum for the appellation is 18 months for Marc and 12 months for the Macvin
- Rolet ages their Macvin for more than triple the minimum requirements
Aromas of currant, fig and fine floral notes. Served chilled - can be kept in the fridge after bottle opening. Ageing potential 20 years and older. Perfect for an appetizer, great mix with melon, walnut ice cream or a cocktail with sparkling wine of choice!
The Details
Variety - Chardonnay, Savagnin
Country - France
Region - Jura
Sub Region - Arbois
Extra - Cork
Year - NV
Volume - 750ml
About the Wine Maker 
I would have thought 1942 would’ve been an interesting time to start a winemaking venture in Jura… but for Monsieur Desiré Rolet the timing was perfect! The vinous journey he started has morphed into an an institution. In 1958 his four children joined the Domaine, subsequently expanding their holdings through the purchase of old vineyards across Arbois and Cotes du Jura. Rolet grow Chardonnay, Savagnin, Poulsard, Trousseau and Pinot Noir.
The Domaine follows an organic path and uses ploughing extensively. Soils are quite varied and complex. The Domaine matches plantings to soils types - here the Trousseau is from the plot "en Levrin" that’s located north of Montigny-les-Arsures. Here the vines grow in the gray marl soils of the Lias (marine limestones, shales, marls and clays). In 2018 Cedric Ducote took over the reins, and has since doubled down on their organic pursuits.
This is a great source of wine that faithfully represents the terroir and ethos of the Jura!
