Domaine Grand Arbois Chardonnay, Jura 2023 (750 ml)

100% Chardonnay

ABV 13.75%

Organic Certified

The 2023 Domaine Grand Côtes du Jura Chardonnay, sourced from 25–40-year-old massale selection vines, thrives on red marl, clay, and limestone soils, capturing the distinctive minerality of the Jura. Hand-harvested at full maturity, the grapes are destemmed and fermented in stainless steel tanks using a pied de cuve to ensure a strong, complete fermentation, mitigating any risk of volatile acidity from the ripe fruit. Aged for one year in old 228L Burgundy barrels in the ouillé style (topped-up every 3 days to prevent oxidation), the wine sees no racking, minimal sulfites at harvest (5 g/hl), and no added sulfur before bottling. It is lightly plate-filtered but unfined, preserving its purity and depth. The result is a textural, layered Chardonnay that balances its rich, honeyed, ripe fruit profile, with Jura’s hallmark freshness. Aromas of golden apple, pear skin, toasted hazelnuts, and crushed limestone lead to a palate that is round yet so very vibrant, with a long, saline-driven finish.

Inspired by Domaine Grand’s wines, (Parisian street artist) Bast created a bold, textured masterpiece for the Domaine - Joachim Werner artfully deconstructed it, weaving its essence into each label to match the energy & spirit behind every wine.

Nestled in the Jura, Domaine Grand is a story of family, passion, and an unwavering commitment to the land. The domaine officially took shape in 1970, when André Grand and his brothers expanded the family vineyards to 25 hectares, fully dedicating themselves to viticulture—building on the foundation laid by their father, René Grand. This set the stage for the next generation to carry the domaine forward. In 2011, Emmanuel Grand (André’s son) and Nathalie Morin took the reins, bringing a new vision to the estate. With deep roots in Jura wine—Emmanuel continuing his family’s legacy and Nathalie coming from a line of winemakers in Arbois—they sought to refine the domaine’s focus. By 2015, they had carefully selected the finest 11 hectares to farm organically, prioritizing sustainability, precision, and the purest expression of their terroir. Their vineyards stretch from Arbois to Château-Chalon, with the majority surrounding their home, featuring vines ranging from 25-50 years old to a remarkable century-old plot. Specializing in Chardonnay, Savagnin (both ouillé and oxidative), Trousseau, and Pinot Noir, Domaine Grand produces around 45,000 bottles annually. With Nathalie leading the work in the vineyards and Emmanuel in the cellar, they handle everything themselves—practicing organic farming, aging in old barrels, and using only minimal sulfites at pressing. Shaped by the Jura’s challenging climate, their wines are pure, expressive, and deeply compelling.

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