Domaine Tissot

Crémant du Jura AOC Indigène Brut Nature

Indigène is Tissot's total Jura cépage, a graduation from his entry level Crémant du Jura. Indigène's first ferment is of course a native yeast fermentation like all of his wines. There's tremendous interest introduced by the second fermentation. Instead of simply using select yeasts, sugar, and yeast enzymes, as is normal for traditional method production, Tissot begins the bottle fermentation with his Vin de Paille, the Jura's unique, unctuous straw-mat-dried dessert wine, introducing another layer of texture and dynamism. The same blend for the Indigène is similar to his 'normal' Crémant—55% Chardonnay, 35% Pinot Noir, 5% Poulsard, and 5% Trousseau—but the two Cremants are separated after the first fermentation, when “Indigène” receives the precious Vin de Paille for its liquer de tirage. The resulting wine offers more complex flavors, a longer finish, and a viscosity not found in the regular Crémant. The nose gradually unfolds layers of honeysuckle, orange zest, and orchard fruit. The palate is lush yet accented with crisp minerality, marmalade flourishes, toasted nuts, honey candies, and maldon. The finish stretches on for miles. A beautiful wine. Even without a dosage, the wine carries this rich dessert-like quality that is fascinating. Not to be missed.