{"title":"Vin de Paille","description":"\u003ch2\u003eVin de paille: sweet wine from grapes dried on straw\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVin de paille means straw wine, and the name tells you how it is made. At the start of harvest the best bunches are picked out and left to dry for at least six weeks, often three to five months, in dry, well ventilated rooms. They used to be laid on beds of straw. Today they are more often set on racks or in perforated crates, or hung from wires. The grapes lose water, and their sugar, acidity and aroma become concentrated.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePressing takes place between Christmas and the end of February. A hundred kilos of dried grapes give barely 20 litres of juice, often with more than 300 grams of sugar per litre. Fermentation is natural and slow and stops somewhere between 14 and 18.5 per cent alcohol, after which the wine usually spends around three years in small oak casks. So vin de paille is not a fortified wine: no spirit is added, and both its sweetness and its strength come from the grapes alone. That is what sets it apart from Macvin, the other sweet speciality of the Jura.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eJura straw wine: grapes, taste and producers\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/jura\"\u003eJura\u003c\/a\u003e, vin de paille is made under the Arbois, Côtes du Jura and L'Etoile appellations from \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/chardonnay\"\u003eChardonnay\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/savagnin\"\u003eSavagnin\u003c\/a\u003e and the pale red Poulsard, with some Trousseau in places. Quantities are small, and the wine is nearly always bottled in 37.5 cl halves. The colour runs from gold through amber to mahogany. On the nose you find dried and candied fruit, fig, quince, prune, honey and caramel, sometimes with a hint of tea or spice. The palate is rich and sweet, held up by fresh acidity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrom Arbois come Domaine Rolet Père et Fils and Domaine de la Tournelle, whose Vin de Paille A l'aube 2009 already has bottle age. The Côtes du Jura is represented by Domaine Pignier, with a 2018 from Savagnin, Chardonnay and Poulsard, and by Domaine Jean-Luc Mouillard, with a 2020.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eStraw wine beyond the Jura: Rhône, Corrèze and California\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe method is older and more widespread than the Jura. In Hermitage in the northern Rhône, small amounts of vin de paille are made from Marsanne and Roussanne, while in Corrèze the wine is called vin paillé and is lighter, at about 12 to 13 per cent alcohol. Austria has its own Prädikat for Strohwein or Schilfwein, for which the grapes must dry for at least three months, and in Italy the technique is known as passito.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe name is used in California too. \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/sine-qua-non\"\u003eSine Qua Non\u003c\/a\u003e made To The Rescue as a vin de paille: a Roussanne 2006 from the Eleven Confessions Vineyard, dried on straw mats, and a Grenache 2007, both with around 290 grams of residual sugar and both in 37.5 cl bottles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eVin de paille with food, and how to serve it\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eServe vin de paille chilled, at 5 to 8 °C, but not ice cold. It works as an apéritif and with foie gras, and it is very good with blue cheese and other strong cheeses. At dessert, try an apricot or nut tart, chocolate desserts or dry biscuits. A half bottle goes a long way, since a small glass is enough. For more sweet wines, browse our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/dessert-wine\"\u003edessert wine\u003c\/a\u003e selection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eVin de paille FAQ\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs vin de paille a fortified wine?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. No alcohol is added. The sweetness and the alcohol both come from the dried grapes and a long, natural fermentation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is the difference between vin de paille and vin jaune?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVin jaune is a dry white wine from Savagnin, aged for six years and three months in barrel under a veil of yeast. Vin de paille is sweet and made from dried grapes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow long can vin de paille age?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA long time. Its high sugar and acidity let a good vin de paille develop for well over ten years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy is vin de paille sold in half bottles?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause the dried grapes yield so little juice. That makes the 37.5 cl half bottle the usual format.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","products":[{"product_id":"cotes-du-jura-vin-de-paille-pignier-jura-375-cl-2018","title":"Cotes Du Jura Vin De Paille Pignier Jura - 37,5 cl, 2018","description":"\u003cp\u003eCôtes du Jura Vin de Paille Pignier 2018 is a classic French dessert wine from the Jura, made in the traditional straw-wine style that concentrates the grapes’ natural richness and complexity. Crafted in a region celebrated for its distinctive, artisanal wines, it offers a rare and memorable expression of Jura winemaking.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eExpect a luminous golden to amber hue in the glass, with an inviting intensity that signals its concentration. The nose is typically layered with dried apricot, candied citrus, honey, quince, and subtle notes of nuts and spice, while the palate is lush, sweet, and beautifully balanced by vibrant acidity. Its concentrated character gives it excellent aging potential, allowing the wine to develop even deeper notes of caramelized fruit, almond, and toffee over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduction\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eVin de Paille is produced from carefully selected grapes that are traditionally dried on straw mats or racks after harvest to concentrate sugar, flavor, and acidity. In Jura, this method is closely tied to the region’s heritage and cool-climate terroir, where meticulous vineyard work and patient winemaking are essential to preserving balance in such a naturally sweet style.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood \u0026amp; Serving\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eServe slightly chilled, ideally around 8–10°C, to keep the sweetness fresh and lifted. It pairs beautifully with foie gras, blue cheese, fruit tarts, almond-based desserts, or simply as a contemplative finish to a special meal. Decanting is generally not necessary, but a brief aeration can help open the wine if it is served after some bottle age.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProducer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePignier is a respected Jura producer with strong roots in the region’s traditional winemaking culture, known for thoughtful, terroir-driven wines. The estate has earned recognition for its commitment to authenticity and for helping showcase the unique character of Jura through classic styles such as Vin de Paille.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Domaine Pignier","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54252813484369,"sku":"MS-82782","price":67.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0874\/0614\/9969\/files\/82782.png?v=1783446974"},{"product_id":"sine-qua-non-to-the-rescue-grenache-vin-de-paille-2007-375cl","title":"Sine Qua Non To The Rescue Grenache Vin de Paille 2007 37.5CL","description":"\u003cp\u003eSine Qua Non To The Rescue Grenache Vin de Paille 2007 is a remarkably rare dessert wine from Manfred Krankl, crafted with the inventive, uncompromising style that has made Sine Qua Non one of California’s most coveted producers. Made in the traditional vin de paille method, it offers exceptional concentration, intensity, and a luxurious sweetness that make it a true collector’s wine.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDeep golden in the glass, this wine opens with an enticing and layered bouquet of dried cherries, fig, caramelized orange peel, spice, honey, and a faint smoky-vanilla note from barrel ageing. On the palate it is dense, full-bodied, and deeply complex, with a velvety texture and striking acidity that lifts the natural sweetness and keeps the finish fresh, vivid, and exceptionally long.\n\nIts balance, concentration, and structure suggest excellent aging potential, and it will continue to gain nuance and savory depth over time for those fortunate enough to cellar it.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduction\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Grenache used for this wine comes from carefully selected Californian parcels and was harvested with extreme precision to ensure perfect ripeness and balance. After harvest, the grapes were dried on straw mats using the classic vin de paille technique to concentrate sugars and flavour before pressing and fermentation, followed by ageing in oak to add subtle spice and complexity.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood \u0026amp; Serving\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBest served slightly chilled, around 10–12°C, this wine pairs beautifully with blue cheese, foie gras, tarte Tatin, almond pastries, dried fruit desserts, or simply enjoyed on its own as a contemplative finish to a special meal. Decanting is generally not necessary, but a short aeration may help reveal its aromatic layers.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProducer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSine Qua Non, founded by Manfred Krankl in California, has earned legendary status for its small-production, highly distinctive wines and artistic, nonconformist approach. 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Made from Roussanne grapes and dried after harvest in the traditional vin de paille method, it is a striking example of how precision, patience, and creativity can produce something truly extraordinary.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn the glass, this wine shows a deep golden color with a rich, viscous texture that immediately signals its intensity. The bouquet is layered and expressive, offering baked pear, honey, candied lemon, toasted almond, beeswax, and exotic spice, with subtle oak notes woven in rather than overtly imposed.\n\nThe palate is opulent and concentrated, with a luxurious sweetness that never feels heavy thanks to vibrant, mouthwatering acidity. Its balance, depth, and complexity suggest excellent aging potential, with the wine likely to evolve beautifully over many years, gaining even more nuance and savory character.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduction\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Roussanne fruit for this wine comes from California, where Sine Qua Non applies meticulous vineyard selection and a highly controlled production approach. After harvest, the grapes are dried on straw mats in the vin de paille tradition, concentrating sugar, flavor, and aromatic compounds before pressing and vinification. The result is a dessert wine of remarkable intensity and finesse, shaped by both old-world technique and the estate’s avant-garde philosophy.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood \u0026amp; Serving\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eServe slightly chilled, ideally around 10–12°C, to preserve freshness and aromatic detail. It pairs beautifully with fruit tarts, crème brûlée, blue cheese, almond-based desserts, or simply as a contemplative wine on its own; decanting is generally unnecessary, though a short period in the glass will help its aromas unfold.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProducer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSine Qua Non is one of California’s most iconic cult producers, founded by Manfred Krankl and known for tiny productions, experimental cuvées, and a fiercely individual winemaking style. Based in California, the winery has earned an international reputation for collector-worthy wines that combine originality, craftsmanship, and scarcity, making each release highly sought after.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sine Qua Non","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54255011987793,"sku":"FW-627","price":468.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0874\/0614\/9969\/files\/sine-qua-non-to-the-rescue-roussanne-vin-de-paille-2006-375cl-0.png?v=1784104348"},{"product_id":"domaine-de-la-tournelle-vin-de-paille-a-laube-0375l-2009","title":"Domaine de la Tournelle Vin de Paille A l'aube 0.375L 2009","description":"\u003cp\u003eDomaine de la Tournelle Vin de Paille “À l’aube” 2009 is a beautifully crafted sweet wine in the traditional Jura style, offering remarkable concentration and finesse in a half-bottle format. Made from dried grapes, it captures the region’s long heritage of patient, artisanal dessert winemaking in a bottle that feels both rare and deeply authentic.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn the glass, it typically shows a deep amber to burnished golden color, hinting at its richness and age. The nose is layered and expressive, with aromas of dried apricot, fig, honey, candied citrus peel, toasted nuts, and warm spice, often with a subtle oxidative Jura character that adds extra complexity.\n\nOn the palate, it is lush and concentrated, balancing sweetness with freshness and lively acidity. Expect flavors of caramelized stone fruit, quince paste, orange marmalade, roasted almond, and a long, refined finish. 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Rich, rare, and deeply expressive, it captures the old-world character of Arbois while showing the finesse and balance that have made Vin de Paille a sought-after specialty.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn the glass, this wine typically shows a deep amber to golden-amber hue, reflecting its natural concentration. The nose is wonderfully layered, with aromas of dried apricot, fig, honey, candied citrus peel, toasted nuts, and subtle spice, all lifted by a fresh, crystalline edge.\n\nOn the palate, it is lush and intensely flavored, balancing sweetness with the bright acidity that keeps Jura dessert wines so compelling. Flavors of dried stone fruit, caramelized pear, honeycomb, and sweet spice unfold with impressive depth, finishing long and elegant. With its concentration and structure, it has excellent aging potential and can continue to evolve beautifully for many years.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduction\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMade in the traditional Vin de Paille style, the grapes are laid out to dry after harvest, allowing water to evaporate and sugars, flavors, and acidity to concentrate naturally. The grapes come from Jura vineyards with cool continental conditions that help preserve freshness, while the region’s limestone and marl soils contribute minerality and structure. After slow drying, the fruit is carefully pressed and fermented to produce a rich dessert wine with remarkable aromatic complexity.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood \u0026amp; Serving\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis is an excellent match for fruit tarts, crème brûlée, blue cheese, foie gras, or almond-based desserts. It can also shine on its own as a contemplative after-dinner wine. 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With roots in an age-old Jura method of drying grapes after harvest, it offers both historical depth and impressive complexity in a compact 37.5 cl format.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn the glass, the wine shows a deep golden color with amber highlights. The nose is rich and layered, unfolding with dried apricot, candied orange peel, figs, raisins, honey, toasted nuts, and warm spice.\n\nOn the palate, it is concentrated and silky, with generous sweetness balanced by vibrant acidity that keeps everything lifted and precise. The finish is long, complex, and lingering, with an almost endless echo of dried fruit, honeyed richness, and savory nuttiness. The 2020 vintage should age beautifully for many years, and under ideal conditions can develop for decades.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduction\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis Vin de Paille comes from Jura, a cool-climate region in eastern France known for its mineral-driven wines and unique traditions. The grapes are dried for several months after harvest to concentrate sugar, acidity, and aroma, then pressed and fermented slowly before the wine is aged in oak barrels for a minimum of three years as required by appellation rules.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood \u0026amp; Serving\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eServe slightly chilled, ideally around 10–12°C, to preserve its freshness and aromatic precision. It pairs beautifully with blue cheese, foie gras, fruit tarts, almond desserts, crème brûlée, or simply as a contemplative wine on its own. Decanting is not essential, but giving it a little time in the glass can help раскры its full aromatic range.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProducer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDomaine Jean-Luc Mouillard was founded in 1991 in Mantry, at the heart of Jura, by Jean-Luc Mouillard and his wife Annie. Today the estate farms around 15 hectares across key Jura appellations including Côtes du Jura, L’Étoile, and Château-Chalon, with an organic approach and a strong commitment to traditional grape varieties and terroir expression. 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