Arbois Poulsard 2014 Domaine des Murmures

Domaine des Murmures Arbois Poulsard 2014

Overview

The 2014 Poulsard from Domaine des Murmures is a delicate and luminous expression of Jura. This pale ruby red embodies the elegance and subtlety of a complex vintage, shaped by careful vineyard management and meticulous hand harvesting. The wine speaks softly yet leaves a lasting impression, revealing the purity of the terroir and the artisanal philosophy behind every bottle. It is transparent, refined, and perfectly balanced between freshness and aromatic depth.

History and Vintage

Poulsard is one of Jura’s traditional grape varieties, known for its fragility and aromatic precision. The 2014 vintage benefited from a cool and breezy summer, allowing slow and even ripening. Emmanuel Lançon harvested the grapes manually, carefully selecting only the healthiest and most expressive clusters. This attention to detail ensures that each bottle fully expresses the character of the Jura terroir and the subtlety of the Poulsard grape.

Vineyard Philosophy

The vines are planted on grey marl and limestone soils, with deep roots that provide natural tension, minerality, and freshness. The vineyard is cultivated biodynamically, without chemicals, with low yields to maximize concentration and expression. The vines are managed with green pruning and canopy work, promoting perfect ripening and preserving the health of the grapes for spontaneous fermentation in the cellar.

Cellar Approach

In the winery, Poulsard 2014 is treated with the utmost respect for the fruit. Fermentation occurs spontaneously with indigenous yeasts, partly with whole clusters to retain aromatic delicacy and structure. The wine is aged for 12 months in used barrels, without filtration or fining, and only a minimal dose of sulfites is added at bottling. This minimalist approach allows the wine to convey its natural minerality, freshness, and elegance with subtle complexity.

Tasting Notes and Pairings

Poulsard 2014 shows a pale ruby color with luminous reflections. Nose: Red berries, rosehip, white pepper, and soft forest floor notes. Palate: Silky, fresh, and sapid, with fine tannins and a long, elegant finish. Perfect with light aromatic dishes such as roasted chicken, buttered trout, fresh cheeses, or delicate tartare. Serve slightly chilled, between 14–16 °C.

Technical Sheet

• Producer: Domaine des Murmures

• Region: Jura, France

• Denomination: Arbois AOC

• Vintage: 2014

• Grape: 100% Poulsard

• Soil: Grey marl and limestone

• Agriculture: Biodynamic

• Harvest: Manual 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

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.