Domaine Quenard Jacquère 'Les Cristallins' Chignin Savoie 2021

André et Michel Quenard Jacquère ‘Les Cristallins’ Chignin Savoie 2021 is a fresh and mineral-driven white wine made from the Jacquère grape, native to the Savoie region in the French Alps. This wine captures the essence of the Alpine terroir with bright citrus aromas, green apple, white flowers, and a touch of wet stone minerality. On the palate, it is light and crisp, with lively acidity and flavors of lemon zest, pear, and a hint of mountain herbs. The finish is long and refreshing, leaving a clean, mineral note.

Wine Details:

Type: White Wine
Style: Crisp, Mineral-driven White
Grape Varietal: Jacquère
Taste Like: Like Pinot Grigio, but with more minerality and a distinctly Alpine freshness.
Alcohol Percentage: 11.5%
Closure: Cork
Size: 750mL
Appellation: Chignin, Savoie AOC
Region: Savoie
Region Location: Eastern France, in the French Alps
Country: France
Terroir: The vineyards are located on steep limestone scree slopes, which contribute to the wine’s mineral character and bright acidity. The cool mountain climate preserves the wine’s fresh, delicate fruit profile.
Aging: Fermented and aged in stainless steel to retain the wine’s crispness and fruit purity.
Farming: Organic farming practices are employed, with a focus on minimal intervention and expressing the purity of the Alpine terroir.
Serving Temperature:
8-10°C – Serve well-chilled to enhance the wine’s fresh acidity and mineral-driven profile.

Winery:
André et Michel Quenard are renowned winemakers in the Savoie region, dedicated to producing wines that reflect the purity and freshness of their unique Alpine terroir. The ‘Les Cristallins’ bottling showcases the bright, clean character of Jacquère, expressing the crisp minerality and elegance that make Savoie wines so special.

Dishes this wine pairs with:

Seafood: Ideal with shellfish, oysters, or steamed mussels.
Fish: Perfect with grilled trout, cod, or white fish with lemon and herbs.
Salads: Pairs beautifully with fresh salads, especially those with citrus vinaigrette or fennel.
Asian Cuisine: Complements sushi, sashimi, or Vietnamese shrimp rolls.
Cheeses this wine pairs with:

Tomme de Savoie (France): A regional pairing, with the mild, nutty flavors of Tomme de Savoie enhancing the wine’s minerality.
Reblochon (France): The creamy, soft texture of Reblochon pairs well with the wine’s bright acidity and clean finish.
Goat Cheese (France): The tangy, fresh flavors of goat cheese match perfectly with the wine’s crisp and refreshing profile.
Feta (Greece): A salty, tangy cheese that contrasts nicely with the wine’s citrusy and mineral-driven notes.