Jean-Francois Jacouton Saint-Peray 2021

Wine Type: White
Vintage: 2021
Bottle Size: 750 mL
Grape Varieties: 60% Marsanne, 40% Roussanne
Appellation: Saint-Péray AOC
Country: France
Region: Northern Rhône – Saint-Péray
Producer/Winemaker: Jean-François Jacouton
Vineyards: Sourced from hillside vineyards in Saint-Péray planted on steep slopes at high elevation (250–300m), with an average vine age of 30–40 years; hand-harvested
Soil: Decomposed granite and limestone scree, lending freshness and mineral tension
Farming: Sustainable and lutte raisonnée, hand-harvested, minimal chemical inputs
Alcohol: 13% 
Fermentation & Élevage: Fermented with native yeasts in temperature-controlled stainless steel and partially in neutral oak barrels; aged 10 months on fine lees in a mix of tank and used barrels; no fining, light filtration, minimal added SO₂

Tasting Notes

Pale gold with a green shimmer. Aromatically vibrant, with notes of white peach, pear skin, honeysuckle, and crushed stones. The palate shows precision and grace—ripe citrus, almond, and yellow apple unfold over a silky, mineral-driven structure. A gentle creaminess from lees aging adds depth, while the finish is long and lifted with a touch of bitter almond and salt.

Food Pairings

Seared scallops with lemon beurre blanc • Roast chicken with herbs • Tagliatelle with wild mushrooms and cream • Grilled trout with almond slivers • Comté or Tomme de Savoie

About the Producer

Jean-François Jacouton is a rising star in the Northern Rhône, crafting wines that emphasize clarity, precision, and a sense of place. Working from small, hillside parcels in Saint-Joseph and Saint-Péray, he employs thoughtful viticulture and minimal-intervention winemaking. His Saint-Péray is a quietly elegant white Rhône—pure, mineral, and beautifully textured—reflecting both the high-altitude granite terroir and Jacouton’s refined touch.