Discover the top 100 best wines of Franche-Comte of Vin de Pays as well as the best winemakers in the region. Explore the varietals of the wines that are popular of Franche-Comte and the best vintages to taste in this region.
IGP of eastern France between Alsace, Burgundy and the Jura (Jurassian massif and Haute-Saône plateaus, ~100 ha), monastic vines since the 10th century. Signature Chardonnay white: dry and lively with green apple, citrus, white flowers and a mineral touch, refreshingly tense acidity. Floral Pinot Gris, Auxerrois and oxidative Savagnin. Light-bodied Pinot Noir (cherry, raspberry) and Gamay in fruity reds.
Jurassian Trousseau and Poulsard as complement. Wines of the frontier.
Round, supple whites with a soft palate, showing discreet aromas of apple, pear, fresh almond, white flowers and brioche notes. Moderate acidity, light finish. Star of Crémant d'Alsace (fine, taut sparkling) and base of Edelzwicker. Grown in Germany (Weissburgunder, Baden-Württemberg), northern Italy (Pinot Bianco, Alto Adige), Austria and Luxembourg. A white mutation of Pinot Noir.
