About Henri Maire Vin d'Arbois Savagnin
- Style
- White
- Grape Varieties
- Savagnin
- Price Range
- ¥3,000–6,000
This cuvée represents a modern, ouillé (topped-up) approach to the traditional Jura Savagnin from the Arbois appellation. Unlike the classic oxidative 'sous voile' style, this wine is kept topped up during ageing, preventing the formation of a yeast veil and oxidation. The result is a vibrant, elegant white wine with pronounced floral, mineral, and citrus notes, offering an accessible yet complex expression of the region's native variety and its grey marl terroir.
An ideal gateway into Jura's unique Savagnin: the ouillé technique reveals the grape's natural vibrancy without the intensity of oxidative ageing, making it accessible yet genuinely compelling.
New to wine?
A perfect introduction to Jura wines for those who find traditional oxidative styles too intense. This wine is fresh, crisp, and food-friendly, showing the Savagnin grape at its most accessible.
Food Pairings
Pairs beautifully with seafood, grilled fish, and creamy cheeses like Comté or Morbier. Its clean minerality also complements Japanese cuisine, particularly sashimi, tempura, and grilled white fish with a touch of citrus.
When to drink it
Ideal for a sophisticated dinner with fish or cheese, a sunny afternoon aperitif, or as an intriguing introduction to Jura wine at a tasting.
Terroir & Winemaking
Produced from Savagnin grapes grown on grey marl soils in the Arbois appellation. The wine is vinified using the 'ouillé' method, where barrels are kept topped up throughout ageing to prevent air contact and oxidation, preserving the primary fruit aromas and bright acidity characteristic of the grape variety.
About the producer
Domaine Henri MaireHenri Maire is the largest wine producer in the Jura region, credited with bringing Jura wines to global attention. A pioneer who helped transform Arbois into a recognized AOC and championed the distinctive Savagnin grape in both its oxidative Vin Jaune and the fresher ouillé styles.Visit the producer page →Frequently Asked Questions
- What does ouillé mean?
- Ouillé means the barrels are topped up regularly during ageing to prevent air contact, resulting in a fresh, non-oxidative style that differs completely from Vin Jaune.
- What does it taste like?
- Expect vibrant notes of white flowers, lemon zest, and mineral freshness, with a clean, dry finish and lively acidity that makes it highly food-friendly.
- What should I pair it with?
- It pairs perfectly with Comté cheese, fresh seafood, and delicate dishes like tempura or grilled white fish with citrus.
- How should I serve it?
- Serve chilled at 10–12°C in a white Burgundy glass to best showcase its mineral freshness and floral aromatics. Avoid over-chilling, which can mute the nuanced bouquet.
- Can this wine be aged?
- Yes — while it is delightful young, quality bottles can evolve gracefully over 5–10 years, gaining complexity and a deeper mineral character while preserving the grape's natural acidity.
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