Tissot Arbois Chardonnay En Barberon

About this wine

En Barberon is a prestigious single-vineyard Chardonnay from the Jura region, crafted by the iconic duo Bénédicte and Stéphane Tissot. Grown on 50-year-old vines in Bajocian limestone and Lias marl soils, this wine is produced using the 'ouillé' (topped-up) technique, which prevents oxidation and highlights the purity, tension, and mineral precision of the terroir. It offers a complex aromatic profile of yellow fruits, white flowers, and subtle smoky notes, with a dense, textured palate and a long, saline finish. This cuvée is a benchmark for modern, high-altitude Jura Chardonnay, reflecting the estate's commitment to biodynamic farming and minimal intervention.

Sommelier's Note

"This is an absolute masterpiece of Jura Chardonnay — its crystalline precision and saline tension make it a must-try for any serious wine lover."

Food Pairings

Pairs beautifully with roasted turbot, Comté cheese, poultry in cream sauce, freshwater fish, and refined Japanese cuisine such as grilled white fish with sudachi citrus or delicate sashimi of flounder and sea bream.

When to drink it

Perfect for special dinners, refined wine tasting gatherings, or as a thoughtful gift for connoisseurs who appreciate terroir-focused, biodynamic wines.

Specs

Grape Varieties

Chardonnay

Style

White

Price Range

¥8,000–12,000

Terroir & Winemaking

100% Chardonnay from approximately 2 hectares of biodynamically farmed vines on Bajocian limestone and Lias marl soils. Vines average 50 years old. Spontaneous fermentation with indigenous yeasts in 228-liter French oak barrels. Aged for 24 months in barrels (approximately 12–35% new oak). Ouillé (topped-up) style — no oxidative aging. Bottled unfiltered and often without added sulfites to preserve purity and freshness.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this an oxidative Jura wine?

No. En Barberon is made in the 'ouillé' (topped-up) style, preventing oxidation and delivering a fresh, precise profile similar to fine Burgundy Chardonnay.

What does it taste like?

It features vibrant notes of citrus, yellow apple, and white flowers, underpinned by a distinct chalky minerality and a long, saline finish.

When is the best time to drink it?

It is excellent upon release but has the structure to age beautifully for 10 to 15 years from the vintage.

Is it made from biodynamic grapes?

Yes. The Tissot estate has farmed biodynamically since the 1990s, and En Barberon comes from certified biodynamic vines averaging 50 years of age.

How does it differ from Burgundy Chardonnay?

While stylistically similar to fine Chablis or Meursault, En Barberon expresses a unique Jurassic limestone and marl terroir that gives it a distinctive chalky tension and saline finish found nowhere else.