Domaine Eugène Carrel
France
A Savoie star from the steep, sun-drenched slopes of the French Alps
ABOUT THIS WINE:
Domaine Eugène Carrel
Jongieux AOC Blanc
One of the most prized wines you’ve never heard of, made with a grape variety you probably haven’t tried, this regional gem is new to the American stage. It is carried at virtually every local restaurant in Savoie, including the molecular gastronomy destination La Maison des Bois by Marc Veyrat, the six Michelin Starred chef often called the greatest chef in the world. The winery is located in the village of Jongieux, home of the region’s top cru, Marestel, and largest of the 17 appellations of the Savoie region. Situated at the start of the French Alps, Jongieux vineyards are on very steep, clay-limestone slopes carved out by ancient glaciers. Their southwest exposure earns them 2-3 hours more sun daily, allowing the grapes to ripen more fully than in any other part of Savoie and produce fuller, fresher and more balanced wines. Fermented at low temperatures in stainless steel to reta ...
ABOUT THIS WINE
Domaine Eugène Carrel
Jongieux AOC Blanc
One of the most prized wines you’ve never heard of, made with a grape variety you probably haven’t tried, this regional gem is new to the American stage. It is carried at virtually every local restaurant in Savoie, including the molecular gastronomy destination La Maison des Bois by Marc Veyrat, the six Michelin Starred chef often called the greatest chef in the world. The winery is located in the village of Jongieux, home of the region’s top cru, Marestel, and largest of the 17 appellations of the Savoie region. Situated at the start of the French Alps, Jongieux vineyards are on very steep, clay-limestone slopes carved out by ancient glaciers. Their southwest exposure earns them 2-3 hours more sun daily, allowing the grapes to ripen more fully than in any other part of Savoie and produce fuller, fresher and more balanced wines. Fermented at low temperatures in stainless steel to reta ...
WINE REGION:
France
While it was not the first country to master winemaking, no other country has determined the course of wine and wine culture as much as France. From the sparkling wines of Champagne to the Pinot Noir and Chardonnay of Burgundy; from Bordeaux's sumptuous blends to Alsace's Riesling; and from the Loire Valley's Sauvignon Blancs to exciting new regions like Pays d'Oc in the south, France has given the world nearly all the major styles and grape varieties that dominate what we drink today. There are numerous reasons why France and wine are so inextricably linked, but perhaps the foremost is geography. Few places can rival France's unique array of hot and cool-climate regions and the abundant maritime influences and mountainous terrain found throughout the country.
WINE REGION
France
While it was not the first country to master winemaking, no other country has determined the course of wine and wine culture as much as France. From the sparkling wines of Champagne to the Pinot Noir and Chardonnay of Burgundy; from Bordeaux's sumptuous blends to Alsace's Riesling; and from the Loire Valley's Sauvignon Blancs to exciting new regions like Pays d'Oc in the south, France has given the world nearly all the major styles and grape varieties that dominate what we drink today. There are numerous reasons why France and wine are so inextricably linked, but perhaps the foremost is geography. Few places can rival France's unique array of hot and cool-climate regions and the abundant maritime influences and mountainous terrain found throughout the country.
FLAVOR PROFILE:
Pairs well with…
Casseroles, Smoked Salmon, Shellfish, Vegetable/Vegetarian
Pairs well with…
Casseroles, Smoked Salmon, Shellfish, Vegetable/Vegetarian
FLAVOR PROFILE
Pairs well with…
Casseroles, Smoked Salmon, Shellfish, Vegetable/Vegetarian
Pairs well with…
Casseroles, Smoked Salmon, Shellfish, Vegetable/Vegetarian