jean françois ganevat madelon 2020

located in rotalier, in the hamlet of la combe, domaine ganevat is an iconic figure in the jura. after gaining experience working alongside his father and at domaine jean-marc morey in chassagne-montrachet, jean-françois ganevat took over the family estate in 1998. though close to the philosophy of natural wines, without necessarily claiming that label, the winemaker masterfully embraces biodynamic principles. he has developed a highly personal vision of what makes a great wine: each selected plot has a distinctive personality, with variations in harmony and tension that faithfully reflect each terroir. with low yields and meticulous work in the vineyards, the red wines of domaine ganevat, increasingly aged in terracotta amphorae, now reach a fantastic level of expression. the vineyard, spanning 13 hectares and featuring numerous grape varieties, has been cultivated biodynamically since 2005. about a third of the surfaces are occupied by vines over 50 years old, and domaine ganevat favors massal selections. in 1998, jean-françois ganevat returned to jura, settling in the rotalier valley after spending many years in chassagne-montrachet with jean-marc morey. although he is close to the philosophy of natural wines without necessarily claiming it, the winemaker perfectly masters biodynamics. he has developed a highly personal vision of what makes a great wine: each parcel selection possesses a unique personality, with its own variations in harmonies and tensions. thanks to low yields and considerable work in the vineyards, the red wines, increasingly aged in terracotta amphorae, have reached a fantastic level of expression. also noteworthy is the sublime vin jaune and the incomparable "les vignes de mon père," a savagnin aged for ten years. the wines of domaine ganevat have never been as exceptional as in the latest vintages. they reveal something emotionally palpable. despite climatic challenges and vintages affected by frost, reducing production and altering blends, these wines deserve more than ever the recognition of the third star. this distinction applies exclusively to the estate's wines, as the trading activity, although occasionally offering exciting blends, cannot claim the same overall level. the acquisition of the estate by jocelyn broncard and benoît pontenier was formalized in 2023, with jean-françois ganevat now remaining at the helm. jura, located in eastern france, is a region rich in history, with beautiful natural landscapes and gastronomic traditions. here are some suggestions on what to do in jura: • visit the cascades du hérisson: these spectacular waterfalls are one of jura's most famous natural attractions. you can follow a hiking trail that will take you through a series of impressive waterfalls. • discover the town of arbois: arbois is a charming town known for its vineyards and jura wine. you can visit wineries, taste wine, and explore the picturesque town center. • visit the royal saltworks of arc-et-senans: classified as a unesco world heritage site, this saltworks is a remarkable example of 18th-century industrial architecture. you can explore the site and learn more about the history of salt production.