2019 Jean-Francois Ganevat, Cotes du Jura, Les Grands Teppes Rouge

Jean-François Ganevat manages this old-vine Pinot Noir through rigorous biodynamic stewardship, prioritizing low yields and sulfur-free vinification to emphasize the transparency of the Rotalier commune. The fruit is sourced from the Les Grands Teppes site, where south-facing exposures and a substrate of white marl and limestone provide the foundation for the wine's verticality. The 2019 growing season’s concentration resulted in a wine with notable mid-palate density and firm, fine-grained tannins, all while preserving the high-toned acidity inherent to the Jura’s climate. This cuvée reflects a precise technical execution, utilizing whole-cluster fermentation and neutral oak aging to produce a structurally rigorous expression. The result is a Pinot Noir defined by its architectural depth and a lean, saline-inflected finish that signals the specific geological influence of the site.