Domaine Labet Côtes du Jura Fleur de Savagnin 2017
Domaine Labet · Jura, France
At a glance
- Producer
- Domaine Labet
- Region
- Jura, France
- Grape variety
- Savagnin
- Wine type
- White
- Body
- Medium-bodied and Earthy
- Sweetness
- Dry
- Typical price
- $30-40
Tasting profile
Notes of dried orange peel, nuts, slight oxidative notes like bruised apple, subtle floral and mineral nuances.
Evolution: Expected to develop deeper honeyed and savory complexity, more pronounced nutty and oxidative traits.
At peak: Complex layers of spice, savory richness balanced by bright acidity.
Structure
- Acidity
- High, racy acidity providing freshness and aging potential
- Tannins
- Minimal to none (typical for Jura Savagnin)
- Alcohol
- Approximately 13.5%
- Aging potential
- 10-15 years, average 12 years recommended
Drinking window
- Peak drinking
- 2025 to 2030
- Optimal window
- 2022 to 2032
- Current status
- Approaching early maturity
- Current condition
- Balanced with developing complexity
The high acidity and unique oxidative style of Jura Savagnin wines like Domaine Labet's Fleur de Savagnin allow long aging, with peak between 8-13 years after vintage. The 2017 vintage, a good but not exceptional Jura year, fits this timeline well.
Food pairing
Ideal with Jura regional cuisine: Comté cheese, chicken in cream sauce, mushrooms, hard aged cheeses, smoked fish, and grilled white meats.
Serving
- Serving temperature
- 12-14°C / 54-57°F
- Decant
- Yes (30 minutes) — To allow subtle oxidative aromas and flavors to open up for complexity.
Sustainability
Sustainability score: 8/10
Domaine Labet employs organic viticulture focusing on biodiversity preservation, minimal intervention winemaking, use of natural yeasts, and limited use of sulfites. They employ water conservation methods in the cellar and use lightweight bottles to reduce transportation emissions.
Domaine Labet’s commitment to organic certification, sustainable farming methods, and reduced energy and water consumption place it among responsible Jura producers. Their bottle choices and regional distribution help keep carbon footprint relatively low compared to imported wines.