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AOC Arbois
The Arbois Controlled designation of origin is part of the Jura vineyard and spreads around the town of Arbois where the vines stand on typical marl soils.
The Jura terroir is mainly known for its famous straw wines for aperitif or dessert but also for its unique yellow wines.
The straw wine, with its particular aromas, is obtained after drying the grapes on straw to concentrate their sugar level before fermentation. This results in a sweet and powerful wine with candied fruits flavours.
The yellow wine is obtained by a late harvest and a long maturation in oak barrels under a yeast veil. This results in wines with complex nuts, hazelnut, toast, and honey aromas.
Besides these particularly specific cuvées, the wine-makers also produce white, rosé and red wines, as well as crémant.
The red grape varities include the Pinot noir, the Poulsard (or Ploussard) and the Trousseau. The white varieties include essentially the Chardonnay or the Savagnin.
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AOC Arbois: Everything You Need to Know About the Wines of This Appellation
History of the AOC Arbois
The Arbois vineyard, located in the Jura, is one of the oldest in France. The AOC Arbois is one of the first five French AOCs, obtained in 1936, and it covers nearly half of the Jura vineyard. Today, the terroir of Arbois produces some of the best wines in the Jura, including the famous vin jaune and vin de paille.
Climate and Terroir of the AOC Arbois
Climate: The climate in Arbois is continental, with cold winters and hot, sunny summers.
Soils: The vines in the AOC Arbois are planted on varied soils, ranging from blue and gray marls to limestone and clay soils.
Key Grape Varieties of the AOC Arbois
The AOC Arbois offers a wide variety of grape varieties, the main ones being:
- Poulsard (red and rosé wine)
- Trousseau (red and rosé wine)
- Pinot Noir (red and rosé wine)
- Savagnin, the emblematic white grape of the Jura (white wine and vin jaune)
- Chardonnay (white wine)
Style of AOC Arbois Wines
Red:
- Appearance: Light ruby color.
- Aromas: Red and black fruits, spices, with sometimes smoky notes.
- Taste: Generally light and delicate on the palate with soft tannins.
Rosé:
- Appearance: Fresh and fruity.
- Aromas: Often from the Poulsard grape, with a lively freshness.
Dry White:
- Appearance: Made from Chardonnay or a blend with Savagnin.
- Aromas: Notes of white fruits (apple), citrus, with a beautiful minerality.
- Taste: Fresh and vibrant on the palate.
Vin Jaune:
- Appearance: Golden color.
- Aromas: Unique aromas of nuts, apple, and spices (nutmeg, clove).
- Taste: Rich texture and impressive length.
Vin de Paille:
- Appearance: Amber color.
- Aromas: Concentrated aromas of candied fruits (figs), honey, dried fruits, and spices.
- Taste: Great complexity and a persistent finish.
Best Food Pairings with AOC Arbois Wines
Here are some ideas of dishes to accompany a bottle from a domain or château in AOC Arbois:
Red:
- Charcuterie
- Saucisse de Morteau
- Tuna steak
Rosé:
- Goat cheese salad
- Aperitif
Dry White:
- Seafood
- Grilled fish
- Goat cheese
Vin Jaune:
- Chicken with vin jaune and morels
- Aged Comté cheese
- Chicken curry
Vin de Paille:
- Foie gras
- Chocolate desserts