Everything About Jacquere Grape
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Jacquere Description
Origin: Savoie, France
History: Jacquère is a white grape variety primarily found in the Savoie wine region of France. It is a high-yielding vine used to produce lightly scented, refreshing, and gently aromatic dry white wines, such as Vin de Savoie. Jacquère is the grape used in Apremont wines and is the usual wine paired with cheese fondue, a dish from the same region. It is also found in Bugey wines.
Appearance: Small to medium-sized clusters of pale green grapes.
Growing Traits: Jacquère is an early-budding, generously yielding variety, making it the most widely planted grape in Savoie, occupying half of the region's vineyards. Historically, it was over-cropped, leading to very low alcohol, nondescript wines primarily consumed locally. However, modern viticulture practices have improved its quality, resulting in wines with higher acidity and characteristic 'mountain fresh' or 'alpine clean' profiles.
Food Pairing Jacquère's high acidity and light body make it an excellent companion for alpine cuisine. It pairs particularly well with cheese fondue, raclette, and other melted cheese dishes from the Savoie region. Its crispness also complements seafood, light salads, and can balance the richness of charcuterie. The wine's subtle fruitiness and minerality enhance the flavors of these dishes without overpowering them.
Body
Sweetness
Tannin
Acidity
Alcohol
Light-bodied with a crisp and refreshing profile, offering a balance between subtle fruitiness and pronounced minerality. Typically dry, emphasizing its clean and vibrant character. Negligible tannins, as it is a white wine variety, resulting in a smooth and clean finish. High acidity, contributing to its freshness and enhancing its food-pairing versatility. Low to moderate alcohol content, generally ranging between 10% and 11.5%, making it a light and easy-drinking wine.
Green Apple 
Pear 
Citrus 
Floral 
Mineral Jacquère wines are characterized by their fresh and vibrant aromas of green apple, pear, and citrus, often accompanied by subtle floral notes. On the palate, they exhibit high acidity and a pronounced minerality, with flavors mirroring the aromatic profile. The finish is typically clean and refreshing, making these wines particularly enjoyable when consumed young.
Regions
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France
•Savoie
•Bugey
Notable Wines and Producers
Apremont
•Domaine Jean Masson
•Domaine Dupasquier
Abymes
•Domaine Labbé
•Domaine des Fils de Charles Trosset
Chignin
•André et Michel Quenard
•Domaine A&M Quenard
Jacquere FAQ
Savoie, France
Jacquere has a body level of 1 out of 5. Which means that Jacquere is Light bodied.
Jacquere has a dryness level of 1 out of 5. Which means that Jacquere is Dry.
Savoie, France
Jacquere is grown in France (Savoie, Bugey).
Jacquère wines are characterized by their fresh and vibrant aromas of green apple, pear, and citrus, often accompanied by subtle floral notes. On the palate, they exhibit high acidity and a pronounced minerality, with flavors mirroring the aromatic profile. The finish is typically clean and refreshing, making these wines particularly enjoyable when consumed young.
Jacquère's high acidity and light body make it an excellent companion for alpine cuisine. It pairs particularly well with cheese fondue, raclette, and other melted cheese dishes from the Savoie region. Its crispness also complements seafood, light salads, and can balance the richness of charcuterie. The wine's subtle fruitiness and minerality enhance the flavors of these dishes without overpowering them.
Jacquère wines are characterized by their fresh and vibrant aromas of green apple, pear, and citrus, often accompanied by subtle floral notes. On the palate, they exhibit high acidity and a pronounced minerality, with flavors mirroring the aromatic profile. The finish is typically clean and refreshing, making these wines particularly enjoyable when consumed young.