Les Vignes de Mon Pere 2006 Magnum Ganevat

Les Vignes de Mon Père 2006

Jean-François Ganevat

A monumental wine born of time and memory

“Les Vignes de Mon Père” is perhaps Jean-François Ganevat’s most legendary cuvée—a wine that transcends categories, styles, and even time itself. Made from a single parcel of Savagnin, rooted in marl-rich soils in the heart of the Jura, this wine is a true act of devotion, dedicated to Ganevat’s father and his farming legacy. The 2006 vintage was aged for over 11 years on fine lees, using continuous top-ups (ouillage), meaning it never developed the oxidative veil typical of traditional Jura wines. The result is an extraordinarily layered, vertical, and age-worthy white wine.

In the vineyard, pure Savagnin at its core

The parcel is farmed with absolute precision. The vines are over 70 years old, deeply rooted in blue and grey marl soils characteristic of Rotalier’s terroir. The farming approach is fully biodynamic, using only herbal preparations and natural sprays. Each vine is treated individually, based on its energy and state. Only with such pure, concentrated fruit can the wine endure such extended aging without correction. Yields are extremely low, and grapes are picked manually, with meticulous selection. The Savagnin here is a raw expression of the land, full of tension and authenticity.

Radical aging, minimal intervention, maximum impact

Les Vignes de Mon Père 2006 is vinified through natural fermentation, using indigenous yeasts and no temperature control. It’s aged for 132 months—more than 11 years—in old barrels with regular ouillage. This method preserves freshness while allowing the wine to evolve with incredible depth. No fining, no filtering, and minimal sulfur, if any. What results is a monumental white wine, with tension, salinity, and a textural power that demands attention. It’s as meditative as it is vibrant.

Grape identity and uncompromising sensations

This wine is made with 100% Savagnin, chosen for its natural structure and longevity.
Color: deep golden with amber reflections.
Nose: herbal and complex, with candied citrus, flint, resin, and sweet curry.
Palate: sharp and saline, incredibly long, with a slightly tannic structure and vibrant acidity. A meditative, contemplative wine.

Technical sheet

• Producer: Jean-François Ganevat

• Wine name: Les Vignes de Mon Père

• Vintage: 2006

• Grape variety: 100% Savagnin

• Region: Jura (Rotalier)

• Soil: Blue and grey marl

• Farming: Certified biodynamic

• Vine age: Over 70 years

• Vinification: Native yeast, spontaneous fermentation

• Aging: 132 months in barrel, continuous top-ups (ouillage)

• Sulphites: None or minimal

• Filtration: None

• Bottles produced: Extremely limited

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Jean-François Ganevat

A Farming Legacy Looking to the Future

In the heart of the Jura region, in the small village of Rotalier, lies the story of Jean-François Ganevat, affectionately known as “Fanfan,” now one of the most respected names in artisanal European wine. The family has farmed this land for over twenty generations, but everything changed in 1998 when Jean-François returned after a formative experience at Jean-Marc Morey’s domaine in Chassagne-Montrachet. This Burgundian influence blends with Jura tradition to create a unique signature. The terroir—rich in marl and limestone, with cool temperatures and varied altitudes—gives life to wines of remarkable precision. Ganevat has revived forgotten grape varieties and old clones, marrying vision with deep respect for heritage.

Biodynamic Work and a Deep Respect for the Vine

Ganevat’s vineyard philosophy is based on biodynamic principles, not for certification’s sake, but as a way of life. Though Demeter-certified, the domaine goes beyond formalities: lunar cycles guide all activity, herbal teas and mineral-based treatments replace synthetic chemicals, and ground cover boosts biodiversity. Each parcel, often tiny and scattered, is farmed like a garden. Old local varieties such as Enfariné and Petit Béclan are grown alongside Savagnin, Chardonnay, Poulsard and Trousseau. The vine is treated as a living, sensitive organism, and every action is intended to support its natural rhythm and health.

Minimal Intervention, Maximum Expression

In the cellar, Jean-François works like a tailor. Every wine is handcrafted, the result of intuition and a deep relationship with each vintage. Native yeasts, no additives, no filtration, and almost no sulfites: Ganevat’s winemaking is radical yet meticulous. White wines often undergo years-long aging, sometimes up to seven years, in old Burgundy barrels or amphorae. He follows no strict recipe; instead, he allows the vintage, terroir, and grape to dictate the process. The result is vivid, textured, complex wines that resist oxidation and develop beautifully over time.

Between Jura and Beaujolais, a Fluid Vision

In recent years, Ganevat has expanded beyond Jura, especially into Beaujolais, where he works closely with his sister Anne. Under the label “Anne et Jean-François Ganevat,” they vinify grapes sourced from trusted organic growers. These wines, while not estate-grown, reflect the same liquid, saline, and vibrant style of the domaine. It’s a way to maintain artistic freedom while honoring the same values: purity, balance, and authenticity. Today, Ganevat stands as a symbol of a wine culture that is both rooted and rebellious.