L'Étoile Chardonnay 2023 | Domaine Baud | Jura

Wine Identification
The Etoile Chardonnay 2023 is a white wine produced by Domaine Baud, located in the Jura region of France. The appellation is L’Étoile, a small designation within Jura that exclusively permits white wines.

Origin and Winemaking
Domaine Baud has been producing wine in Le Vernois since 1742. Bastien and Clémentine, representing the ninth generation of the family, have managed the estate’s 25 hectares under Terra Vitis certification since 2016. The vineyards are situated on iridescent Triassic marls and Liassic marls containing star-shaped pentacrinus fossils (crinoids, or sea lilies), which gave the area its name.

The grapes used are exclusively Chardonnay. Vinification follows the ouillé style, ensuring barrels remain full to prevent air exposure. The wine is aged in foudres and Burgundian pièces (pièces bourguignonnes).

Tasting Profile
As a white wine from L’Étoile, this vintage reflects the specific terroir of Triassic and Liassic marls. The ouillé method preserves freshness by minimizing oxidative contact during aging in wood.

Overall Character
This wine represents a traditional expression of Juran Chardonnay, shaped by its unique fossil-rich soils and family-run heritage. The use of foudres and the ouillé technique highlights a commitment to preserving the varietal character while respecting the historical practices of the region.