Domaine Eric & Bérengère Thill – Pure Jura Wines from Trenal

Nestled in the village of Trenal in southern Jura, Domaine Thill is a rising star of the region’s natural wine scene. Founded in 2007 by Eric Thill, originally from Alsace, and his wife Bérengère, this small estate is known for crafting precise, vibrant wines that reflect their deep commitment to biodynamic viticulture and low-intervention winemaking.

Biodynamic from the Ground Up

Farming organically since the beginning, the domaine was certified Ecocert in 2015 and achieved Demeter biodynamic certification in 2021. The Thills work entirely by hand, respecting the rhythms of nature, using herbal preparations, and fostering biodiversity in the vineyard to maintain healthy, living soils.

Minimalist Winemaking, Maximum Expression

Eric and Bérengère focus on a “parcellaire” approach, vinifying each plot and grape variety separately to capture the unique identity of their terroirs. In the cellar:

  • Grapes are hand-harvested and carefully sorted

  • Fermentations occur spontaneously with indigenous yeasts

  • No sulfur is added to most wines (a tiny dose may be used at pressing for whites)

  • Wines are typically unfined and unfiltered

  • Aging takes place in neutral vessels like stainless steel, concrete, or amphora to preserve energy and minerality

  • White wines are made in the “ouillé” style, maintaining freshness and avoiding oxidation

Terroir-Driven Jura Wines

Domaine Thill cultivates classic Jura grape varieties: Chardonnay, Savagnin, Poulsard, and Pinot Noir. They produce a wide range of single-parcel cuvées, each highlighting the region’s distinctive geology—clay-limestone soils, marls of various colors (grey, red, blue), and ancient marine sediments.

These are clean, crystalline wines of clarity, depth, and finesse—a must-know domaine for lovers of natural Jura wines.

Where to Find Domaine (Eric & Bérengère) Thill - Jura Wines

Online Retailers (Global & EU Focus)

Wine-Searcher.com **Your primary resource for global availability and pricing.** Search for "Domaine Eric Thill" or "Eric et Bérengère Thill" to find merchants listing their wines.
B.B.N des vins (Online, France) A French online shop specializing in organic, biodynamic, and natural wines, with a selection of Eric & Bérengère Thill's wines.
Vins des As (Online, France) A French online retailer with a selection of Domaine Thill wines, including various red and white cuvées.
RAW WINE (Producer Profile - Provides Retailer/Distributor Links) The RAW WINE fair website features a producer profile for Domaine Thill, which often includes links to their global distributors and key retailers.
**Specialized Natural Wine Shops Online:** Look for online retailers focused on small-batch, minimal-intervention, or biodynamic wines; Domaine Thill is a key producer in this category.

International Retailers & Distributors (Examples by Region)

  • **France (Jura & Beyond):**
    • **Winery Direct Sales & Visits:** Domaine Thill is located at **11 Rue Principale, 39570 Trenal, France**. As a small, family-run domaine, direct sales and visits are often by appointment. It is highly recommended to contact them in advance.
      Email: vinsthill@outlook.fr
      Phone: +33 6 89 72 10 33
      Their basic website (often serving as a contact point): vinsjurathill.weebly.com
    • **Specialized Wine Shops (Cavistes) & Restaurants:** Found in natural wine-focused shops and restaurants across France, especially those prioritizing biodynamic and minimal intervention wines.
  • **United States:**
    • **Astor Wines & Spirits (NYC):** A renowned retailer that often carries Domaine Eric & Bérengère Thill wines (astorwines.com).
    • **Specialty Wine Retailers:** Look for independent wine shops in major metropolitan areas that emphasize biodynamic and traditional French wines, particularly from the Jura. Importers such as **Louis/Dressner Selections** or similar natural wine specialists often work with producers like Thill; inquire with local shops that stock their portfolios.
  • **United Kingdom:**
    • **AdVINture (Online UK):** An online retailer that lists Domaine Eric Thill wines (advinture.co.uk).
    • **Hay Wines (Online UK):** Has listed Domaine Eric Thill, particularly their Savagnin (haywines.co.uk).
    • **Terra Wines (Importer/Online UK):** An importer specializing in natural and biodynamic wines, often carrying Domaine Thill's range (terrawines.co.uk).
    • **Independent Fine Wine & Natural Wine Merchants:** Check with natural wine specialists in London and other major UK cities.
  • **Germany:**
    • **Winegeek (Online, Czech Republic/EU - ships to Germany):** Has listed Domaine Eric Thill wines (winegeek.cz).
    • **Enovely (Online, Italy/EU - ships to Germany):** Also lists Domaine Eric Thill wines (enovely.com).
    • *Look for other specialized importers of high-quality French biodynamic wines, particularly from the Jura.*
  • **Australia:**
    • **Living Wines (Importer):** A prominent importer of natural wines into Australia, representing Domaine Thill (livingwines.com.au). Inquire with Australian retailers who stock from Living Wines.
  • **Singapore:**
    • **The Straits Wine Company (Retailer):** Has listed various Domaine Eric Thill wines (straitswine.com).