Côtes du Jura is a wine region located in Eastern France named after the Jura Mountains. It is a lesser known region compared to the likes of Bordeaux or Burgundy but produces some of France's most distinctive wines.
The region is known for producing various types of wine including red, white and rosé. However, it is most famous for its unique wine style called Vin Jaune. This vibrant yellow wine, similar in taste to a dry sherry, is created by allowing Savagnin grapes to mature under a layer of yeast for several years.
Côtes du Jura wines tend to be aromatic and richly flavoured. White wines from this region, made primarily from Chardonnay and Savagnin grapes, typically show apple and pear flavours, high acidity and a hint of salinity. Red wines, such as those made from Poulsard or Trousseau grapes, are often light in body with distinctive berry and tart cherry notes.
With its unique wine styles and long wine-making history, the Côtes du Jura region offers a delightful discovery for wine enthusiasts looking to explore beyond France's more mainstream wine regions.
