Antide 2018 — 84 months of ageing

With Antide, Jean-François Ganevat gives Savagnin the time to reveal its full depth. The cuvée brings together old vines rooted in several marl and shale terroirs in the southern Jura. Savagnin Vert takes a central role, alongside Savagnin Jaune, combining richness of texture with energy. The 2018 vintage spent seven years on its lees, in demi-muids and stoneware amphorae. Throughout this extended ageing, the vessels were kept topped up, shaping a broad texture while preserving freshness. Time brings depth, refines the wine’s contours and allows the different expressions of Savagnin to come together. The aromatic profile combines yellow fruit, citrus zest and fine herbs, with hints of fresh almond and a smoky touch. On the palate, generous fruit is threaded with lively acidity that gives the wine its direction. Delicate bitter notes accompany a long, saline finish, where richness retains its sense of movement. A Savagnin of great depth, its long ageing bringing breadth, precision and persistence into harmony. Estate Domaine Jean-François Ganevat Winemaker Jean-François Ganevat Cuvée Antide — 84 months of ageing Vintage 2018 Appellation Côtes du Jura Region Jura, France Grape varieties Savagnin Vert and Savagnin Jaune, predominantly Savagnin Vert. Terroir A selection of old vines across several sites, including Les Grands Teppes and Grusse, on Lias marls and paper shales. Viticulture Organic and biodynamic viticulture. Hand-harvested grapes. Ageing 84 months on the lees in demi-muids and stoneware amphorae, kept topped up throughout. Fermentation with indigenous yeasts. Unfined and unfiltered, with no added sulphur. Bottled on 25 August 2025. Style A broad, deep white wine with an enveloping texture and lively acidity. Yellow fruit, citrus, fine herbs and smoky nuances lead into a saline finish with delicate bitter notes.