# Cuvée Adrian (2023)

- **Producer:** Domaine Eric Thill
- **Colour:** white
- **Type:** sparkling
- **Grapes:** Chardonnay
- **Region:** Jura, France
- **Style:** Natural
- **Average price:** €21
- **When to drink:** Now or Later
- **Serving temperature:** 8–10 °C
- **Aromas & flavours:** green apple, lemon, white flowers, biscuit, bread, pastry

## About this wine

Cuvée Adrian is a Crémant du Jura produced by Domaine Eric Thill, a family estate founded in 2009 by Eric and Bérengère Thill, who moved from Alsace. The wine is named after their son, Adrian. The domaine is situated in the southern Jura and is committed to organic and biodynamic viticulture, holding Ecocert certification since 2015. They prioritize authentic, terroir-driven wines, often focusing on single varietals. The Crémant du Jura appellation signifies a traditional method sparkling wine from this French region. The 2023 vintage is considered promising due to favorable growing conditions in the Jura.

## Interesting facts

- Named after the producer's son, Adrian.
- Domaine Eric Thill has been certified organic since 2015.
- The producer's family originally hails from Alsace.
- Focuses on single-varietal expressions of Jura's terroir.

## Food pairing

The wine's potential crisp acidity and effervescence will cut through richer textures and cleanse the palate, making it ideal for seafood and lighter poultry. Subtle mineral notes can complement the brininess of oysters and the sweetness of scallops.

## Wine making process

Cuvée Adrian is produced using the traditional method for sparkling wines. The grapes are likely fermented, potentially with indigenous yeasts, followed by a secondary fermentation in the bottle to create effervescence. Aging on lees, as observed in past vintages (e.g., 21 months), is a key step that builds complexity and texture. Disgorgement removes the yeast sediment. Previous vintages have noted a 'Brut de Brut' style, indicating no added sulfur and no dosage, reflecting a low-intervention approach. The 2023 harvest conditions in the Jura were favorable, suggesting good fruit quality for this vintage.