Arbois Poulsard 2012 Domaine des Murmures

Domaine des Murmures Arbois Poulsard 2012

Overview

The 2012 Poulsard from Domaine des Murmures is a delicate and luminous expression of Jura. This pale ruby red wine clearly conveys the vineyard’s character and the artisanal care Emmanuel Lançon dedicates to each bottle. Fresh and harmonious, it highlights the minerality of the soils and the subtle aromatic complexity of Poulsard, offering a transparent, refined, and elegant drinking experience.

History and Vintage

Poulsard is one of Jura’s oldest and most traditional grapes, known for its fragility and aromatic delicacy. The 2012 vintage, with mild and breezy summers, favored slow and even ripening, preserving acidity and aromatic finesse. Grapes were hand-harvested with strict selection of the best clusters, ensuring each bottle expresses the terroir and the Poulsard’s personality.

Vineyard Philosophy

The vines grow on grey marl and limestone soils, with deep roots imparting structure, freshness, and natural tension. The vineyard is managed biodynamically, without chemicals, with low yields to maximize concentration and expression. Careful canopy management and green pruning allow optimal ripening and healthy grapes for spontaneous fermentation in the cellar.

Cellar Approach

Vinification respects the fruit completely. Fermentation occurs spontaneously with indigenous yeasts, partly with whole clusters to preserve aromatic delicacy and structure. Aging lasts 12 months in used barrels, without fining or filtration, and only minimal sulfites are added at bottling. This approach allows the wine to express minerality, freshness, and elegance with subtle complexity.

Tasting Notes and Pairings

The 2012 Poulsard shows a pale ruby color with luminous reflections. Nose: Red berries, rosehip, white pepper, and forest floor. Palate: Silky, fresh, and sapid, with delicate tannins and a long elegant finish. Ideal with light aromatic dishes such as roasted chicken, buttered trout, fresh cheeses, or delicate tartare. Serve slightly chilled at 14–16 °C.

Technical Sheet

• Producer: Domaine des Murmures

• Region: Jura, France

• Denomination: Arbois AOC

• Vintage: 2012

• Grape: 100% Poulsard

• Soil: Grey marl and limestone

• Agriculture: Biodynamic

• Harvest: Hand-harvested in small boxes

• Fermentation: Spontaneous with indigenous yeasts, part whole clusters

• Aging: 12 months in used barrels

• Filtration: None

• Sulfites: Minimal at bottling

• Alcohol: 12% vol

• Service temperature: 14–16 °C

• Production: Very limited

• Allergens: Contains sulfites

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Domaine des Murmures: A Silent Soul in the Heart of the Jura

Overview

In the heart of the French Jura, Domaine des Murmures stands as one of the region’s most authentic and contemplative voices. Founded by Emmanuel Lançon, this small domaine embodies a philosophy of purity and respect for nature. Its wines do not seek to impress through power or artifice, but rather to move through precision, balance, and vibrant minerality. Each bottle is a whisper of Pupillin’s terroir — an intimate, poetic dialogue between land, vine, and time.

History and Identity

Domaine des Murmures was founded in 2012, born from the vision of Emmanuel Lançon, a winemaker devoted to listening rather than controlling. After years of work among the vineyards of the Jura, he established his own domaine as a reflection of his philosophy: to craft wines that express their place without manipulation. In just a few years, he has become one of the Jura’s most respected artisans, known for wines that blend authenticity with remarkable depth and grace.

Vineyard Approach

The vineyards surrounding Pupillin are cultivated with biodynamic methods and profound respect for the natural balance. No herbicides or chemical fertilizers are used; instead, cover crops enrich the soil and lunar cycles guide the work. Yields are intentionally kept low to allow the vines to convey the strength of the blue marl and limestone soils. This commitment produces grapes of rare purity and precision — vibrant fruits that carry the quiet energy of the Jura.

Philosophy in the Cellar

In the cellar, Emmanuel Lançon practices minimal intervention winemaking. Fermentations are spontaneous with native yeasts, aging occurs in used oak barrels that are regularly topped up (ouillage) to avoid oxidation, and wines are neither fined nor filtered. Only minimal sulfur is added at bottling. The result is a collection of wines alive with tension and texture, marked by subtle elegance and unmistakable minerality.

The Art of Silence and the Patience of Time

The spirit of Domaine des Murmures lies in its art of silence. Here, wine is not manufactured but allowed to become itself. Each cuvée unfolds slowly, revealing layers of place and time, shaped by the gentle hand of the vigneron. These are wines that reward patience and attentiveness — wines that don’t shout but murmur the truth of their land.