# Macvin Du Jura

- **Producer:** Les Pieds Sur Terre
- **Colour:** red
- **Type:** fortified
- **Region:** Jura, France
- **Style:** Classic
- **Alcohol:** 17.5%
- **Contains sulphites:** Yes
- **Serving temperature:** 12–14 °C
- **Aromas & flavours:** dried fig, raisin, walnut, hazelnut, caramel, honey

## About this wine

Macvin du Jura by Les Pieds Sur Terre (formerly Domaine Morel) is a fortified wine from the Jura region of France. The estate, now known as Les Pieds Sur Terre, is managed by Valentin Morel, who embraced biodynamic and natural winemaking principles upon taking over the family vineyards in 2014. His grandfather planted the original vines in 1978. The domaine focuses on expressing the unique terroir of the Jura through minimal intervention, continuing a legacy of artisanal winemaking in a region celebrated for its distinctive wine styles.

## Interesting facts

- The name 'Les Pieds Sur Terre' means 'Feet on the Ground' and 'Vines in the Earth'.
- Valentin Morel transitioned from studying international law to winemaking.
- The estate is now certified organic and farmed biodynamically.
- Macvin du Jura is a fortified wine, often made with local grape varieties.

## Food pairing

The rich, often sweet profile of Macvin du Jura, combined with its fortified nature and high alcohol, makes it a natural partner for rich, savory, and sweet dishes. Its complexity can stand up to strong flavors, while its sweetness complements desserts and salty elements in savory dishes.

## Wine making process

Macvin du Jura is a traditional fortified wine from the Jura region. Its production involves fortifying grape must with a local grape spirit, typically marc, which halts fermentation and results in a wine with inherent sweetness and higher alcohol. Following fortification, the wine often undergoes a period of aging, potentially including oxidative methods in barrels, which contributes to its complexity, nutty aromas, and rich texture. The estate, Les Pieds Sur Terre (formerly Domaine Morel), adheres to biodynamic and natural winemaking principles, emphasizing minimal intervention throughout the process to allow the unique character of the Jura terroir to shine through.