Nicolas Jacob — Natural Winemaker in Jura

Nicolas Jacob is a rising star in Jura’s natural wine scene, known for his exceptional dedication to purity, precision, and terroir-driven wines. Originally from Jura, Nicolas shifted from organic market gardening to winemaking, honing his skills alongside renowned winemakers like Jean-François Ganevat and at Domaine Macle.

Since launching his domaine in 2015 in L’Etoile and expanding to Cesancey in 2019, Nicolas has developed a unique approach grounded in organic and biodynamic vineyard practices across over 6 hectares. His work emphasizes hand-tended vines, minimal intervention, and respect for Jura’s diverse limestone and marl soils.

Winemaking Philosophy:

  • Organic & Biodynamic Farming: Careful manual vineyard work, biodynamic preparations, and sustainable treatments maintain soil health and vine vitality.

  • Micro-Cuvées & Terroir Focus: Nicolas crafts small-lot wines from distinct vineyard parcels, showcasing the subtle differences of Jura’s terroirs.

  • Minimal Cellar Intervention: Spontaneous native yeast fermentations, no fining or filtration, and little to no added sulfur preserve the natural character of each wine.

  • Extended Aging: Wines mature in neutral oak barrels, demi-muids, and concrete, allowing for refined texture and complexity.

  • White Wine Styles: Both fresh, mineral-driven "ouillé" (topped-up) whites and traditional oxidative "sous voile" styles are produced.

Nicolas works with all five classic Jura grapes—Chardonnay, Savagnin, Poulsard, Trousseau, and Pinot Noir—and experiments with rare hybrid varieties to create distinctive, vibrant wines that reflect the Jura’s heritage and innovation.

Where to Find Nicolas Jacob Wines (Jura, France)

Online Retailers (Global & EU Focus)

Galli Enoteca (Online, Europe - Italy based) An Italian online retailer that frequently carries a selection of Nicolas Jacob's wines, particularly various Chardonnay and red cuvées.
Paris Wine Company (Online, Europe - also US distribution info) Offers profiles and sometimes retail availability for Nicolas Jacob's wines. Check their "Where to Buy" section if applicable.
**Specialized Natural Wine Shops Online:** Given his status and low production, many online retailers globally focusing on organic and natural wines will carry Nicolas Jacob, though stock is extremely limited and sells out quickly.

International Retailers & Distributors (Examples by Region)

  • **France (Jura & Beyond):**
    • **Winery Direct Sales & Visits:** Nicolas Jacob is located at **66 Impasse du Ruisseau, 39570 Cesancey, France**. As a small, artisanal domaine, visits are strictly by appointment only due to his hands-on approach. It's essential to contact Nicolas directly in advance.
      Email: kkerry8@hotmail.fr (This email is listed on Jura Vins official site as contact)
      Phone: Often shared through importers or personal contacts.
    • **Specialized Wine Shops (Cavistes) & Restaurants:** Highly sought after in natural wine-focused shops and top restaurants across France. Availability directly from the domaine is extremely limited.
  • **United States:**
    • **Coeur Wine Co. (Importer):** A prominent importer of natural wines into the US, Coeur Wine Co. is a key distributor for Nicolas Jacob. Their website provides detailed producer information and often indicates availability with their retail partners across various states (coeurwineco.com).
    • **Specialty Natural Wine Retailers:** Look for independent wine shops in major metropolitan areas that emphasize natural, organic, and traditional French wines from the Jura. Retailers that work with Coeur Wine Co. are most likely to stock Nicolas Jacob. Given his low production and high demand, contacting such shops directly for allocations is often the best approach.
    • **Wine-Searcher.com:** Essential for locating specific US retailers with current stock.
  • **United Kingdom:**
    • **Tutto Wines (Importer/Retailer):** A significant UK importer and retailer specializing in natural wines, representing Nicolas Jacob. They are an excellent source for his wines in the UK (tuttowines.com).
    • **Independent Natural Wine Merchants:** Nicolas Jacob is a top name in the UK natural wine scene; inquire with dedicated shops in London and other cities that focus on high-end, allocated natural wines.
  • **Germany:**
    • **Viniculture (Importer/Retailer):** A well-known natural wine importer in Germany that often features Nicolas Jacob in their portfolio. Inquire with them or their partner retailers (viniculture.de).
    • *Look for other specialized importers of high-quality French organic/natural wines.*
  • **Asia (e.g., Hong Kong):**
    • **Ginsberg+Chan Wine Merchants Asia:** Has listed Nicolas Jacob wines previously (ginsbergchan.com).