2023 Pouilly-Fuissé, Domaine Jubare

• Style: Pale, mineral-driven Chardonnay
• Taste: Citrus, fennel, honey warmth with crackle and mineral finish
• Food: Shellfish, white fish, poultry, mushroom, oily fish
• Occasion: Date night, gifting, aperitif
• Serve: 13.5% ABV, bone-dry, chill and enjoy now or age

In the Glass — Tasting Notes

Pale lemon-bright and vibrant, this Chardonnay opens with grapefruit and lemon zest, then fennel whisper and honey warmth. The palate balances generous ripe fruit against acidity that crackles and mineral freshness that lingers long. Neither over-oaked nor thin, it has the structure to drink beautifully now or cellar for years ahead.

The Winery — Domaine Jubare

Domaine Jubare carries forward a six-hectare Pouilly-Fuissé legacy rooted in the 1850s. In 2022, Justine Vichard and Barthélemy Gruot inherited the vineyard from the Melin family and brought fresh energy to the same cherished philosophy: respect nature, and the vineyard will speak. The 2023 vintage flourished under ideal flowering and summer heat, yet old vines aged 50 to 100 years across clay-limestone slopes retained the mineral snap and finesse that elevates Pouilly-Fuissé above routine white Burgundy. Whole-bunch pressing, indigenous-yeast fermentation in stainless steel, and judicious 12-month ageing split between neutral oak and steel create textural richness without masking fruit—restraint that honours terroir. The estate is moving toward organic and biodynamic farming, aligning with sustainable, vegan-friendly practices.

At Your Table — Food Pairing & Serving

At 13.5% ABV and bone-dry, this wine is a natural partner for poached chicken, creamy seafood (scallops, sole), soft cheeses, and any dish featuring mushroom or oily fish. Serve chilled as an aperitif or with dinner. The mineral precision and balanced acidity make it an elegant choice for date nights or a thoughtful gift for anyone building a modern cellar. Browse our Chardonnay collection, explore our curated Whites with Oak selection, or discover more France wines and see why this varietal remains the heartland white.