Domaine de la Pinte Arbois Savagnin 2017
Domaine de la Pinte · Arbois, Jura, France
At a glance
- Producer
- Domaine de la Pinte
- Region
- Arbois, Jura, France
- Grape variety
- Savagnin
- Wine type
- White
- Body
- Medium-bodied and Earthy
- Sweetness
- Dry
- Typical price
- $25-$40
Tasting profile
Notes of walnuts, dried herbs, yellow apple, a hint of oxidative character with fresh acidity
Evolution: With time, more complexity emerges including hazelnuts, beeswax, and slight spice
At peak: Rich, layered texture with balanced freshness and aromatic complexity
Structure
- Acidity
- High acidity providing freshness and age-worthiness
- Tannins
- None to very light (typical for Savagnin white)
- Alcohol
- 12.5%-13.0%
- Aging potential
- Excellent aging potential of 10-15+ years due to grape variety and producer style
Drinking window
- Peak drinking
- 2022 to 2027
- Optimal window
- 2019 to 2030
- Current status
- Approaching maturity
- Current condition
- Balanced with good acidity and developing complexity
The Savagnin grape from Jura with Domaine de la Pinte's traditional style supports extended ageing. The 2017 vintage’s quality and structure facilitate 10-15 years of potential, peaking around 5-10 years post vintage for best expression.
Food pairing
Pairs well with Comté cheese, roasted poultry, mushroom dishes, trout in beurre blanc, and lightly spiced Asian cuisine.
Serving
- Serving temperature
- 12-14°C / 54-57°F
- Decant
- Not required
Sustainability
Sustainability score: 8/10
Traditional viticulture in Jura often emphasizes minimal intervention, organic/biodynamic methods, use of natural yeasts, and old vine preservation; careful water and energy management in winemaking
Domaine de la Pinte is known for artisanal, environmentally conscious wine production with traditional sustainable farming practices in Jura’s cooler microclimate. Packaging is typically lightweight glass, contributing positively. Overall, the wine rates high on sustainability within the regional context.