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This appelation is interesting. This wine  is famous because the longlevity of the wine. Which can be several decades. Further more the content of the bottle... As this 62 cl. Which is according to the AOC rules from the region the amount of wine left after 3 months in a large barrique. This means the angels share is is 38cl in 3 months. That is quite a lot. The angels in the Jura are a thirsty bunch! 

Corn and butter clear yellow. This wine has a special nose and creates the impression that the wine is a lot more alcoholic than you think. At "only" 14.50 vol. % alc. This is still moderate. Full of life, oak, ripe almonds and  yellow fruit is the scent of the primary nose. Follow by white licorice and honey. The acidity is high and shows that this wine needs a lot more time. The roast aromas and palette massage give a sneak preview if things to come. Nose and palette are not compatible. The finish is faint and  shows that this wine is too young to drink and needs at least another 5 - 10 years. From a wine adventure perspective this is excellent!

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Mis en Bouteille La Maison du Vigneron. That is what is stated on the bottle and that is in the village. Hopefully I will have more information shortly. 

Château-Chalon is an Appellation d'Origine Contrôlée for wines made in the Jura wine region of France, around the village of Château-Chalon. Only white wines from the Savagnin grape made in the vin jaune ("yellow wine") style can be made using this appellation. However, the Château-Chalon wines are not explicitly labeled as vin jaune. It is bottled in the traditional bottle called clavelin that is of a peculiar shape and with a capacity of 62 cl, which is, according to local legend, the amount left of a litre of wine after aging in cask for six years and three months - the legal minimum for Chateau Chalon. Once bottled, the wine is of great longevity, and can age for several decades.

The Château-Chalon AOC is dedicated exclusively to the production of vin jaune wine. There are other appellations within Jura that are permitted to produce AOC vin jaune, most notably the Côtes du Jura AOC, but Château-Chalon has specific regulations that are unique to this AOC. To begin with, the grapes must be harvested at brix levels that allow for a potential alcohol content of at least 12% in the finished wine; other regions will allow a minimum of 11.5%. While the grapes are harvested late, they are never botrytized, unlike other well known late harvest French wines such as Sauternes.[2] After fermentation the wine must be stored for at least six years and three months prior to bottling. The majority of time is spent in wood casks that are only partially filled, allowing for a film of yeast, known as the voile or "veil", to develop across the surface. This voile yeast is similar to the benevolent flor yeast that is used in sherry production, and vin jaune shares some similarities in styles to sherry, though vin jaune is not fortified.[1]

The producers of Château-Chalon are very particular about quality and will sacrifice an entire year's production, not making any wine, if the weather of a particular vintage was not favorable. In good years, production will average around 2000 hectoliters (52,835 gallons).[1]

The vin jaune wine of Château-Chalon is known for its nutty flavors and aromas, and can develop additional curry notes as the wines ages due to presence of sotolon. The wine's yellow color ranges from pale to deep gold. The wines are often paired with the local AOC designated chicken from the nearby town of Bresse.[1]



Source: Wikipedia 

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Mahogany raisin red with aromas black forest fruit and dominant blackberry. On the palette this has very dominent tabacco, white pepper, black forest fruit and an acidity that guides you through wine. The barrique is well integrated and harmonised well with the fruit and tabacco. 60% Merlot and 40% Cabernet Sauvignon. This is considered the second wine of the estate. In my opinion this one can stand alone. Especially for the price. I paid 6 Euros per bottle!

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