Cremant du Jura Brut Nature Cellier Saint Benoit 75 cl

Description

History

Cellier Saint Benoit, a family business, is located in the northern part of the Jura, in the village of Pupillin. In recent decades, grandfather Gilbert, father Denis and now Benjamin Benoit have gradually transformed the company, passing from polyculture to viticulture. Benjamin took over the business after studying oenology in Beaune, Burgundy and has collaborated with renowned producers in New Zealand and Burgundy. The Benoit vineyard, cultivated according to a parcel philosophy, includes 12 distinct lots, with vines that have an average age of over 50 years. The soils are characterized by different types of marl and various exposures. The practices in the vineyard and in the cellar are artisanal and natural, without the use of filtrations or collations. Benjamin creates wines of precision and depth, which reflect the terroir rather than the varietals. Not surprisingly, despite his young age, he was named “Best Jura Producer” in 2021.

Grapes used

100% Chardonnay

Production method

The practices in the vineyard and in the cellar are artisanal and natural as evidenced by an ancient vertical wooden press of “arboisienne” manufacture placed in the center of the small cellar.

Alcohol content

12.5%

Tasting notes

Golden yellow with fine perlage. On the nose, singular and complex aromas of lime peel, pastry and smoked almond that blend with oxidative notes and great freshness and minerality. On the palate it is broad, tasty and complex, with a very thin bubble that accompanies a dry, tasty finish with extraordinary persistence.

Possible combinations

Ideal to accompany hors d’oeuvres, as a meal and an excellent conversation glass after dinner.