Glossary

Vin Jaune

/VAN ZHOHN/

Oxidative yellow wine from France's Jura region.

Winemaking Regions

Full Definition

Vin Jaune (yellow wine) from the Jura is made from Savagnin grapes aged under a film of flor yeast for minimum 6 years and 3 months without topping up. The oxidative aging creates unique nutty, curry-like character. Bottled in 620ml clavelins. Similar to dry Sherry but unfortified.

Related Terms

savagnin flor jura

See Also

oxidative sherry

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Reference

More terms starting with V

Varietal

Wine named for its grape variety.

Vegetal

Aromas of vegetables or unripe grapes.

Velvety

Smooth, soft, luxurious texture like velvet.

Veraison

The onset of ripening when grapes change color.

Vertical Tasting

Comparing multiple vintages from one producer.

Vigor

The growth energy and vegetative power of a vine.