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.