The 2016 Jean-François Ganevat Côtes du Jura Chardonnay Les Grandes Teppes Vieilles Vignes comes from a highly talented winemaker in the Jura, known for his natural and biodynamic approach. This particular cuvée is crafted from old vines, planted in 1920, and is celebrated for its remarkable tension and power. The 2016 vintage is described as dry, textured, terrific, and mineral, achieved through a very long fermentation. It presents as sharper and fresher than the 2015, echoing the style of the 2014 vintage. Ganevat emphasizes that these wines require time to develop, reflecting a deliberate, unhurried winemaking philosophy. The 80-year-old vines thrive on limestone rocks and white marls with a south/southeast exposure. Vinification is natural, utilizing indigenous yeasts, and the wine is unfined, unfiltered, and made without added SO2. On the nose, expect fruit-forward aromas of lemon, apricot, and peach, complemented by chalky notes. The palate strikes a beautiful balance between acidity and fruit, offering a refreshing, structured, and bright profile. Flavors include yellow apple, pear skin, melon rind, and saline, with subtle oak integration adding texture and weight. It can also reveal complex notes of orange peel and yellow fruits on the nose, leading to a chiseled, racy, and complex palate. 【Prized by wine lovers due to small production and unique biodynamic approach from old vines planted in 1920】. 🥂 This complex and structured white wine, highly prized by wine lovers for its small production, is an excellent choice for sophisticated dinners, wine tasting events focused on Jura wines, or special occasions for those who appreciate unique, biodynamic, and age-worthy Chardonnays. It is currently drinking well but also possesses potential for further aging. 🍴 This wine pairs exceptionally well with fish and shellfish, and surprisingly, also with endives and pear. Further suggestions include duck, goose, and other game birds. Its complexity and freshness also make it a superb match for richer seafood dishes, poultry served in creamy sauces, or even a selection of aged hard cheeses.