Crémant 2020 Blanc de Noirs is a naturally sparkling wine produced by Valentin Morel (Les Pieds sur Terre) in the Jura region. Made from an equal blend of Pinot Noir, Trousseau, and Chardonnay, it was bottled in May 2022 and disgorged in April 2025 in Poligny.
How to enjoy this wine?
Cuvée Profile
Fresh | Fruity and mineral
Serving Recommendations
Serve at 8° to 10°C
Aging Potential
2 to 5 years
Our Review of the Cuvée
Domaine Morel
The estate is located in Poligny (39800, Jura), within one of Jura's historic wine-growing regions. It is a family estate that Valentin Morel took over in 2014, following legal studies and an initial professional career outside the wine industry. Under his guidance, the estate was rebranded Les Pieds sur Terre, a name that reflects his philosophy of natural viticulture and respect for the terroir. The vines had been organically farmed by his father Jean-Luc since 1999 and subsequently transitioned to more assertive biodynamic practices under Valentin's stewardship.
The estate covers approximately 6 to 7.5 hectares of vines planted on marl and limestone soils around Poligny, within the AOC Côtes du Jura. The cultivated grape varieties are typically Jurassian: Savagnin, Chardonnay, Poulsard, Trousseau, and Pinot Noir; Valentin also experiments with hybrid varieties to adapt to climate change. The viticulture emphasizes the life of the ... Read more
