At a glance

Producer

Pierre Menard

Region

France, Jura

Grape variety

Chardonnay (likely) / Possible local Jura blends

Wine type

White

Body

Medium-bodied and Earthy

Sweetness

Dry

Typical price

$25 - $40

Tasting profile

Crisp citrus, green apple, and mineral notes with subtle floral hints

Evolution: Develops richer nutty, honeyed complexity and slight oxidative notes over time

At peak: Well-integrated acidity, depth of flavor with pronounced minerality and light oxidative character

Structure

Acidity

Medium-high acidity, hallmark of Jura whites

Tannins

Minimal tannins typical of Jura white wines

Alcohol

12.5-13.5% typical range

Aging potential

8-12 years due to acidity and terroir-driven balance

Drinking window

Peak drinking

2026 to 2030

Optimal window

2024 to 2032

Current status

Approaching early drinking window, youthful and fresh

Current condition

Fresh acidity with primary fruit and mineral notes; tannins are soft since mostly white wine

The 2022 vintage is youthful; Jura whites with moderate alcohol and bright acidity benefit from short to moderate aging. The balance between primary fruit and terroir expression suggests the wine will develop more complexity after 2-4 years, reaching peak maturity between 2026-2030.

Food pairing

Pairs well with soft cheeses (Comté, Gruyère), seafood (mussels, trout), white poultry dishes, and light mushroom recipes.

Serving

Serving temperature

10-12°C / 50-54°F

Decant

Not required

Sustainability

Sustainability score: 7/10

Producer emphasizes low-intervention winemaking, uses native yeasts and minimal chemicals

Pierre Menard is a small Jura producer focused on traditional methods that favor sustainability. While no formal certifications were found, the vineyard practices emphasize biodiversity, minimal chemical usage, and hand-harvesting. Packaging is lightweight glass minimizing freight impact. Producing in the Jura, a region known for sustainable small-scale viticulture, adds to positive environmental impact.