AU QUIN CHÂTEAU 2020 (Julien Guillot - Vignes Du Maynes)

AGE OF VINES: 25-80 years.

LOCATION: AU QUIN CHÂTEAU is another great Chardonnay from the estate, but with a radically different profile compared to the ARAGONITE cuvée.
The grapes come from the lieu-dit 'Au Quin Château"', located in the neighboring commune of Martailly-lès-Brancion, just north of Cruzille. It is a very steep terroir, well-ventilated by the north wind—a key asset for warm vintages.

EXPOSURE: Due west. This exposure provides plenty of warmth and energy to the grapes, which is beautifully balanced by the cool north wind, allowing the wine to develop a fleshy texture while maintaining a vibrant tension.

TERROIR : The fault system surrounding the "lieu-dit" Au Quin Château blends blue marls from the LOWER OXFORDIEN period (bringing freshness, moisture, and the flinty notes typical of the Jura) with white marls and limestones from the ARGOVIAN period (bringing body and a silky texture to the wine).

" This vintage displays a distinct cloudiness in the glass, which is due to its winemaking style (no sulfites added, light filtration). The nose reveals citrus zest and candied lemon, with a subtle touch of cream. The palate is vibrant, lemony, and mouth-watering. No doubt this cuvée will charm all natural wine lovers! "