Description

The Melon à Queue Rouge from Caveau de Bacchus (Lucien Aviet) is a distinctive Arbois wine: clear, aromatic and lively. On the nose, there are citrusy, almost exotic notes, white flowers, hints of almonds and fresh hazelnuts, and a touch of aniseed. On the palate, it is pure and easy to drink, yet boasts a lovely body without compromising on freshness. A truly fine example of this indigenous grape variety, which has almost disappeared.

Melon à Queue Rouge

Melon à Queue Rogue is an old indigenous Jura grape variety, from the Chardonnay family. Considered by some to be its ancestor, by others a mutated version. It is, in fact, classified as Chardonnay within the appellation. This forgotten variety has almost disappeared due to its low yield.

In the vineyard, in the cellar

Lucien Aviet’s Arbois Melon à Queue Rouge cuvée in detail:

• Grape variety: Melon à Queue Rouge
• Terroir: Arbois and Montigny-les-Arsures. The ‘Nonceau’, ‘Château Gimont’, ‘Grands Vergers’ and ‘L’horloge’ vineyards.
• AOP: Arbois.
• Age of vines: over 40 years
• Cultivation method: Sustainable viticulture. Hand-harvested
• Vinification and ageing: Native yeasts. Fermentation of the musts in temperature-controlled vats, followed by one year’s ageing in casks. No additives except for a small amount of sulphites.

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