Domaine Labet Uncorked Vol. 1
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Boris Buliga
The tasting includes one crémant, five distinct white wines, and one red wine, marking just the beginning of our exploration through Labet's vineyards.
Jura may not be the most visited wine destination on our itinerary, yet its unique beauty and character draw us back time and again. Unfortunately, the selection of Jura wines in Kyiv is limited, prompting us to source bottles directly from Europe. This was the case with the exceptional wines we’re exploring tonight.
Nestled in Sud-Revermont, Rotalier distinguishes itself within the Jura landscape for its pioneering approach to winemaking. More famed for its Chardonnay than Savagnin, Domaine Labet, a modest family-run winery, has made significant strides in defining the subtleties of local terroir. Alain Labet's innovative 'vins ouillés' (topped-up wines) from the late 1970s preserved the distinct nuances of individual plots by avoiding the traditional oxidative ageing process. This move not only won international acclaim but also inspired a new generation of winemakers in Rotalier, transforming it into a vibrant hub for emerging talent.
The estate, now collaboratively managed by Alain’s children—Julien, Charline, and Romain—spans 13 hectares with one-third of the vines older than 60 years. Each sibling brings their expertise to the domain: Julien infuses the winemaking with techniques gleaned from his experiences at prestigious vineyards abroad, Charline manages the cellar with a keen focus on maintaining the integrity of their wines, and Romain takes charge of the vineyard operations, ensuring each vine is tended with respect and care.
Their commitment to organic practices has deepened over the years. The vineyards are gradually gaining Ecocert organic certification, reflecting a shift towards more sustainable and respectful farming methods initiated by their father and now passionately pursued by the siblings. The family uses indigenous yeasts and minimal chemical intervention, a testament to their dedication to natural winemaking.
The vinification at Labet features two distinct styles. Most whites, such as those in the Fleurs line, are topped up to prevent oxidation and capture the purest expression of the vine and terroir. These wines are fermented slowly at low temperatures and aged on fine lees in barrels of varying ages. The traditional or oxidized style (vin de voile) allows the formation of a yeast veil (voile) that imparts unique flavours like curry, hazelnut, and walnut to the wines.
The reds vary with the vintage; the grapes are either fully or partially de-stemmed and aged in barrels or ancient foudres, all while maintaining the natural integrity of the wine through minimal filtration and sulfur addition.
Our tasting today includes one crémant, five distinct white wines, and one red wine, marking just the beginning of our exploration through Labet’s vineyards.
| Wine | Place | rms Average score calculated using the root mean square method, reflecting the collective assessment of a wine by participants. | wavg Weighted average score for the wine, where each participant's rating is adjusted for their wine assessment expertise. | sdev Standard deviation measures the controversy of a wine's reception. A lower value signifies greater consensus among participants. | fav Count of participants who selected this wine as their evening's favourite. | out Number of participants who identified this wine as their least favourite of the evening. | price Price of the wine, if available. | volume Volume of the bottle in litres. | QPR Quality-price ratio, indicating value for money. A higher number denotes better value. Available when price is known. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 🏅 10th | 3.9015 | 3.9459 | 0.0120 | 0 | 0 | UAH 1,350.00 | 0.75 L | 0.7981 😐 |
| 🏅 9th | 4.1515 | 4.1022 | 0.0125 | 4 | 0 | UAH 3,187.00 | 0.75 L | 0.7142 😐 | |
| 🏅 8th | 4.1198 | 4.1185 | 0.0087 | 0 | 0 | UAH 3,040.00 | 0.75 L | 0.7563 😐 | |
| 🏅 5th | 4.1697 | 4.2174 | 0.0598 | 1 | 0 | UAH 3,492.00 | 0.75 L | 0.8665 🤔 | |
| 🏅 6th | 4.2036 | 4.2152 | 0.0300 | 1 | 0 | UAH 4,274.00 | 0.75 L | 0.7797 😐 | |
| 🏅 4th | 4.1782 | 4.2196 | 0.0269 | 0 | 0 | UAH 4,485.00 | 0.75 L | 0.7681 😐 | |
| 🥈 2nd | 4.2547 | 4.2978 | 0.0400 | 1 | 0 | UAH 4,485.00 | 0.75 L | 0.9053 🤔 | |
| 🥉 3rd | 4.2462 | 4.2761 | 0.0209 | 1 | 0 | UAH 5,325.00 | 0.75 L | 0.7936 😐 | |
| 🏅 7th | 4.1836 | 4.1359 | 0.0200 | 0 | 0 | UAH 1,600.00 | 0.75 L | 1.0806 😊 | |
 | 🥇 1st | 4.2115 | 4.3000 | 0.0440 | 0 | 0 | UAH 2,855.00 | 0.75 L | 1.1399 😊 |
Buronfosse Pinot 2022
- Region
- France » Jura » Côtes du Jura AOC
- Type
- red still, dry
- Producer
- Buronfosse
- Wine
- Pinot
- Vintage
- 2022
- Grapes
- Pinot Noir
- Alcohol
- 12
- Sugar
- 1.5
- Volume
- 750 mL
This wine secured the 🏅 10th place in our wine tasting lineup.
Domaine Labet crémant du jura 2020
- Region
- France » Bourgogne-Franche-Comté » Crémant du Jura AOC
- Type
- white traditional sparkling, brut nature
- Producer
- Domaine Labet
- Wine
- crémant du jura
- Vintage
- 2020
- Disgorged
- 2022
- On lees
- 18 months
- Grapes
- Chardonnay
- Alcohol
- 13.3
- Volume
- 750 mL
This wine secured the 🏅 9th place in our wine tasting lineup.
Domaine Labet métis 2020
- Region
- France » Vin de France
- Type
- red still, dry
- Producer
- Domaine Labet
- Wine
- métis
- Vintage
- 2020
- Grapes
- Pinot Noir, Gamay, Enfariné Noir, Mille, Field Blend
- Alcohol
- 13.5
- Volume
- 750 mL
This wine secured the 🏅 8th place in our wine tasting lineup.
Domaine Labet fleur chardonnay 2020
- Region
- France » Jura » Côtes du Jura AOC
- Type
- white still, dry
- Producer
- Domaine Labet
- Wine
- fleur chardonnay
- Vintage
- 2020
- Grapes
- Chardonnay
- Alcohol
- 13.9
- Volume
- 750 mL
This wine secured the 🏅 5th place in our wine tasting lineup.
Domaine Labet fleur de savagnin en chalasse 2020
- Region
- France » Jura » Côtes du Jura AOC
- Type
- white still, dry
- Producer
- Domaine Labet
- Vintage
- 2020
- Grapes
- Savagnin
- Alcohol
- 14.5
- Volume
- 750 mL
This wine secured the 🏅 6th place in our wine tasting lineup.
Domaine Labet chardonnay macération 2020
- Region
- France » Jura » Côtes du Jura AOC
- Type
- white still, dry
- Producer
- Domaine Labet
- Vintage
- 2020
- Grapes
- Chardonnay
- Alcohol
- 13.6
- Volume
- 750 mL
This wine secured the 🏅 4th place in our wine tasting lineup.
Domaine Labet savagnin macération 2020
- Region
- France » Vin de France
- Type
- white still, dry
- Producer
- Domaine Labet
- Vintage
- 2020
- Grapes
- Savagnin
- Alcohol
- 13.8
- Volume
- 750 mL
This wine secured the 🥈 2nd place in our wine tasting lineup.
Domaine Labet chardonnay - savagnin vin de voile 2019
- Region
- France » Jura » Côtes du Jura AOC
- Type
- white still, dry
- Producer
- Domaine Labet
- Vintage
- 2019
- Grapes
- Chardonnay, Savagnin
- Alcohol
- 13.8
- Volume
- 750 mL
This wine secured the 🥉 3rd place in our wine tasting lineup.
Domaine Des Marnes Blanches Savagnin Les Molates 2022
- Region
- France » Jura » Côtes du Jura AOC
- Type
- white still, dry
- Producer
- Domaine Des Marnes Blanches
- Vintage
- 2022
- Grapes
- Savagnin
- Alcohol
- 13.5
- Volume
- 750 mL
This wine secured the 🏅 7th place in our wine tasting lineup.
Domaine Labet Le Champs Rouges Chardonnay 2018
- Region
- France » Jura » Côtes du Jura AOC
- Type
- white still, dry
- Producer
- Domaine Labet
- Vintage
- 2018
- Grapes
- Chardonnay
- Alcohol
- 14.5
- Volume
- 750 mL
This wine secured the 🥇 1st place in our wine tasting lineup.
Resources
- Domaine Labet. Wine Natur.
- Domaine Labet. Vine Trail.
- Domain Labet. Charles Neal Selections.
- Atlas Entry: Jura. The Children's Atlas of Wine.
Raw scores
| Wine | Boris B | Serhii K | Julie B | Yaroslav M | Ivan M | Yaryna T | Andrii S | Oleksandr Ya |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4.00 | 3.90 | – | 4.00 | 3.90 | – | 3.70 | – | |
| 4.00 | 4.20 | 4.10 | 4.10 | 4.30 | 4.20 | 4.00 | 4.30 | |
| 4.10 | 4.30 | 4.00 | 4.15 | 4.00 | 4.10 | 4.10 | 4.20 | |
| 4.20 | 4.50 | 4.10 | 4.30 | 4.20 | 3.70 | 4.40 | 3.90 | |
| 4.10 | 4.30 | 4.30 | 4.40 | 4.40 | 3.90 | 4.20 | 4.00 | |
| 4.20 | 4.40 | 4.20 | 4.30 | 4.20 | 3.80 | 4.20 | 4.10 | |
| 4.30 | 4.40 | 4.30 | 4.30 | 4.30 | 3.80 | 4.50 | 4.10 | |
| 4.20 | 4.20 | 4.30 | 4.50 | 4.40 | 4.00 | 4.20 | 4.15 | |
| 4.10 | 4.50 | 4.20 | 4.00 | 4.10 | 4.25 | 4.10 | 4.20 | |
| 4.30 | 4.20 | 4.20 | 4.60 | 4.30 | 3.80 | 4.10 | 4.15 |