Jeunes Vignes
/zhuhn VEEN-yuh/French for young vines, often bottled separately.
Full Definition
Jeunes vignes ('young vines') refers to vines typically under 15-20 years old. Their grapes often lack the concentration and complexity of old vines, so many producers bottle young vine fruit separately under this designation. The resulting wine is typically lighter and earlier-drinking than the estate's main wine.