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Entre Deux Bleus 2012 – Domaine des Miroirs

A Savagnin Masterpiece by Kenjiro Kagami: Purity, Precision, and Poetic Soul

Entre Deux Bleus 2012 is one of the most emblematic cuvées from Domaine des Miroirs, crafted by the elusive and revered Kenjiro Kagami. This is a pure Savagnin, produced in minute quantities, representing an intimate and highly personal interpretation of the Jura terroir. A natural white wine of great tension, elegance, and introspective depth.

The Meaning Behind the Name

“Entre Deux Bleus” – meaning “Between Two Blues” – evokes a landscape suspended between sky and mountain. It also symbolizes Kagami’s work suspended between two worlds: tradition and instinct, technique and emotion. This cuvée perhaps best expresses his quiet, radical philosophy.

Terroir and Viticulture

The Savagnin grapes come from biodynamically farmed plots in the heart of the Jura. The soils are composed of blue and grey marl, imparting structure and mineral precision. Yields are kept extremely low, and harvesting is done meticulously by hand, with strict selection.

Vinification and Ageing

Spontaneous fermentation with native yeasts in used oak barrels (non-toasted). The wine is aged for over two years on its fine lees, without stirring, filtration, or the addition of sulfites. The process is entirely guided by patience and trust in the natural rhythm of the wine.

Tasting Notes

Appearance

Bright golden yellow with subtle amber reflections.

Nose

Deeply layered and ever-evolving. Aromas of citrus peel, dried herbs, alpine flowers, fresh walnuts, and crushed stone. With air, it develops hints of gentle spices and soft curry notes.

Palate

Strikingly mineral and tense, yet refined and long. A vivid saline energy carries through the palate, balanced by delicate texture and a finish that lingers with hints of almond skin and bitter herbs.

Grape Variety

• 100% Savagnin

Serving Temperature and Alcohol Content

• Serving temperature: 12–14°C (54–57°F)

• Alcohol content: approx. 12% ABV

Recommended Pairings

• Aged cheeses: Comté, Beaufort, and matured Tomme.

• Asian cuisine: miso-based dishes, mushroom broths, fermented tofu.

• Raw fish & seafood: ceviche, sashimi, marinated salmon tartare.

• Mountain-style cuisine: roasted root vegetables, potato gratins.

Conclusion

Entre Deux Bleus 2012 is a truly singular expression of Jura’s potential. Quietly intense, intellectually compelling, and emotionally stirring, it represents one of the purest voices in natural wine today. A meditative, evolving white that rewards patience and deep listening.

Technical Sheet

• Wine: Entre Deux Bleus 2012

• Producer: Domaine des Miroirs

• Region: Jura, France (Vin de France)

• Vintage: 2012

• Format: 750 ml

• Type: Natural White Wine

• Grape: 100% Savagnin

• Alcohol: 12% vol

• Vinification: Spontaneous fermentation, long ageing in old barrels, no SO2, unfiltered

• Profile: Mineral, saline, complex, with excellent ageing potential

• Availability: Extremely limited

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Domaine des Miroirs: The Art of Purity in the Jura

Domaine des Miroirs is one of the most intriguing and mysterious names in the French wine scene. Nestled in the heart of the Jura, in the village of Grusse near Château-Chalon, it was founded by the talented vigneron Kenjiro Kagami. In just a few short years, this tiny domaine has achieved cult status among natural wine lovers and collectors.

Origins and Philosophy

Kenjiro Kagami, a former Japanese engineer and protégé of Thierry Allemand in Cornas, established Domaine des Miroirs in the early 2010s with a singular vision: to create wines of purity, truth, and terroir. The name “des Miroirs” (“of Mirrors”) reflects his desire to produce wines that mirror the land and the vintage with honesty.

Core Principles

• Biodynamic viticulture: All vineyards are farmed biodynamically with no chemicals or herbicides.

• Natural winemaking: Native yeast fermentations, no additions, no sulfites, no interventions.

• Terroir transparency: Wines are neither filtered nor fined, preserving their full identity.

The Jura Terroir

Domaine des Miroirs covers just under 4 hectares, planted on the limestone and marl soils typical of the Jura. The cool, alpine-influenced climate, combined with meticulous vineyard care, results in grapes of great energy, precision, and finesse.

Grape varieties include:

• Savagnin

• Chardonnay

• Poulsard

• Trousseau

The Wines of Domaine des Miroirs

White Wines

Chardonnay and Savagnin

Elegant, vibrant, and deeply mineral. Kagami’s white wines are known for their crystalline purity, tension, and vitality. They often spend several years aging in barrel before bottling and show extraordinary aging potential.

Red Wines

Poulsard and Trousseau

Delicate macerations and extreme finesse. These reds are ethereal, floral, and spiced, with a taut and vibrant palate. Meditative, rare wines with great depth.

Micro-Productions and Rarity

Production is extremely limited — only a few thousand bottles per year. Each cuvée is unique, shaped by the character of the vintage and Kagami’s deeply personal touch. The labels, often hand-drawn, tell poetic and intimate stories.

Final Thoughts

Domaine des Miroirs is not just a winery — it is a vision of nature and art expressed through wine. Kenjiro Kagami’s bottles don’t follow trends or aim to please the masses. Instead, they speak softly and honestly to those who know how to listen. Drinking one of his wines is not merely a tasting, but a soulful experience.