Wine estates L'Etoile

What kind of serenity is emerging in this area? The beautiful remains pose an invitation to conviviality and the large park with its centuries-old trees gives the same impression. The Big family has always made hospitality a golden rule. Nicole, John's daughter, perpetuates this quality, which is equal to that of the wines produced here. For 30 years, she has added her female score (40,000 to 50,000 passes/year) over ten hectares in the name L 'Etoile. Creuset of Jurassian white wines, with a minerality without comparison, they reveal themselves in a wide range. Of all times, the effervescents cut the lion's share, but the chardonnay, savagnum, straw wine and yellow wine are not left. And what to say about the home liqueur wine named Secret of Montbourgeau. By the way, Montbourgeau made up one of the five hamlets of the commune.

This Stellian castle is one of the 5 seigniorial buildings of this village, like the branches of a star. Perched on its hill, the Vandelles have been working the vineyards since 1883. After Auguste, Joseph gave it a real boost. Then it was Georges and now his son Alexandre. The fine, mineral whites from the slopes of Mont Muzard are the excellence of the AOC. For a century, the sparkling wines and then the crémants of Etoile have gained an international reputation, the foam production being remarkable. The still wines are all aged in oak barrels.

The Vandelle family is one of the oldest and most recognized dynasties in the Jura. Philippe, who has taken over from his father Bernard, welcomes customers to the family winegrower's house, perched on a hillside. It looks out over Mount Morin, whose impressive slope hosts most of the 15 hectares of the estate. The latter includes 60% chardonnay and 30% savagnin with a predominance of white marl. The young stellian has long favoured sustainable agriculture. A shower of stars (gold medals) crown his work, especially for his crémants and yellow wines. Almost thirty in 10 years! This is a fine example of an ambassador for the "Vignobles et Découvertes" label. Straw wines are very delicate. We were amazed by the Crémant du Jura blanc brut, a regular bubble all in finesse, a frank effervescence and a smooth length. He should also hit the target in the biggest confrontations.