At a glance

Producer

Maison des Roches Claires

Region

Jura, France

Grape variety

Savagnin

Wine type

Orange

Body

Medium-bodied and Earthy

Sweetness

Dry

Typical price

$30-$45

Tasting profile

Notes of dried fruits, nuts, mild oxidative tones with fresh mineral backbone and medium body.

Evolution: Developing complex tertiary aromas of honey, walnut, slight spice, and orange zest.

At peak: Balanced savory and nutty flavors with refined texture and persistent finish.

Structure

Acidity

High, vibrant

Tannins

Low to moderate (from skin contact)

Alcohol

13.0-13.5%

Aging potential

10-15 years from vintage due to Savagnin grape and traditional ouillé style

Drinking window

Peak drinking

2025 to 2030

Optimal window

2022 to 2035

Current status

Drinking well with some development

Current condition

Matured notes showing, integrated texture

Savagnin ouillé wines from Jura evolve slowly; the 2018 vintage, a good year, shows optimal maturity beginning around 2025 with softening tannins and integrated acidity that will sustain freshness through 2030-2035.

Food pairing

Pairs well with Comté cheese, roasted chicken, mushroom dishes, and autumnal root vegetables.

Serving

Serving temperature

12-14°C / 54-57°F

Decant

Not required

Sustainability

Sustainability score: 7/10

Small family estate with attention to minimal intervention; manual harvesting, limited chemical use

Maison des Roches Claires operates a small Jura estate prioritizing traditional methods with low-impact farming and short supply chains. While no formal certifications are documented, the producer’s artisanal approach and regional sales minimize environmental impact.