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The wine name "Assorment" for a sweet wine from Labet in 2011 appears to be a typo, as no direct records for a sweet wine under this name could be found. However, given the specified 'type: Sweet Wine', it is highly probable that this refers to Domaine Labet's Vin de Paille, a traditional sweet wine from the Jura region. For the 2011 vintage, Domaine Labet produced a "Paille Perdue" Vin de Paille. The 2011 vintage globally was quite varied, generally favoring cooler climates, with Europe experiencing an unseasonably hot spring, a cool summer, and a relatively warm autumn. In regions like Jura, conscientious growers were vigilant against fungal diseases due to bouts of heavy rain and high humidity in July and August. Domaine Labet is renowned for its pioneering spirit in Jura, being among the first to bottle single-terroir wines and to produce "topped-up" (non-oxidative) white wines, though Vin de Paille is traditionally made with controlled oxidation. The "Paille Perdue" 2011 was aged for 22 months in a mix of demi-muid, fût, and concrete egg.
【Pioneering Jura Vin de Paille】This sweet wine, likely the "Paille Perdue" 2011, offers a very intense nose of hazelnut and warm stone, with a delicate hint of lemon. On the palate, it is lively with very good acidity, a touch of saffron, and a creamy texture that adds significant volume. The finish is remarkably long and dry, characterized by a salty and stewed lemon profile.
🍴 Vin de Paille, like this Labet sweet wine, is a superb accompaniment to rich and decadent dishes. It pairs exceptionally well with foie gras, strong blue cheeses such as Roquefort, and fruit-based desserts like tarte Tatin or apricot tarts. It can also be enjoyed on its own as a digestif.
🥂 This Labet sweet wine is ideal for special occasions, celebratory dessert courses, or as a contemplative wine to be savored slowly after a meal. Its unique production method and the rarity of Vin de Paille make it a distinguished choice for wine connoisseurs and those looking to explore the distinctive sweet wines of Jura.