Domaine Rolet, Arbois Vin Jaune, 2016 (375ml)
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Vin Jaune is one of France’s most distinctive wines, and Domaine Rolet’s 2016 shows why the Jura deserves a place in every serious cellar. Made entirely from Savagnin and aged sous voile (under a natural yeast veil) for over six years, this half-bottle captures the wine’s oxidative complexity in a format that’s both accessible and age-worthy.
The nose is immediately evocative—walnut, curry leaf, dried citrus peel, and alpine herbs. On the palate, it’s intensely savory, with sharp acidity and a layered texture that unfolds slowly: toasted nuts, preserved lemon, green apple skin, and a saline finish that lingers for minutes. There’s no fruit-driven sweetness here—just structure, spice, and a kind of austere beauty that rewards patience and the right pairing.
Ideal with Comté (naturally), roasted mushrooms, or creamy chicken dishes with a Jura twist. For fans of Fino Sherry, oxidative whites, or old-school white Burgundy looking to push the envelope—this is essential.
