Lulu Vigneron, L'Etoile au Levant (Chardonnay), 2020
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From the limestone-rich soils of L’Étoile, one of the Jura’s most quietly revered appellations, Lulu Vigneron’s au Levant bottling delivers a vivid, unfiltered take on ouillé Chardonnay—topped up during aging for freshness, not oxidation. Farmed biodynamically and bottled with minimal intervention, it reflects both the raw clarity of place and the winemaker’s intuitive, hands-off approach.
The 2020 opens with aromas of crushed seashell, Meyer lemon, green apple, and a touch of almond. On the palate, it’s lithe and linear, with a firm mineral spine and just enough leesy texture to round the edges. There’s no oak to obscure the terroir—just chalky tension, bright acidity, and a long, mouthwatering finish that hums with energy.
Pair with Comté, roast chicken, or seafood with beurre blanc. L’Étoile au Levant is not just a Chardonnay—it’s Jura distilled: precise, soulful, and quietly electric.