Fondue & Domaine Saint-Romain Jongieux

After a day of outdoor winter fun, be it skiing or snowshoeing, a good “après-ski” is in order, which is by definition “the social activities and entertainment following a day's skiing.”  My definition includes sitting my the roaring fire with family and friends, a soul warming meal AND some delicious libations (in this case wine). 

Alpine goodness and totally underrated white grape Jacquère from Savoie, France. Savoie is tucked in the hillsides of the French Alps close to the Swiss border. Domaine Saint Romain is a tiny, 5 hectare family winery hailing from the Jongieux region of Savoie. Their organic wines include Jacquère, Altesse, and Mondeuse. 

Domaine Saint-Romain Vin de Savoie Blanc “Jongieux” 2020

Wines made with Jacquère are clean and fresh thanks to the high altitude, lots of sunshine and good drainage.  Typically high in acid, mountain fresh flavors wines meant to be drunk young.

Pours into the glass a translucent lemon green color. Fresh aromas of green apples, pears, freshly cut grass and green herbs. Zippy acidity shows its presence right off the bat on the first sip along with a light body and bright lemon, tart apple and pear, white blossom, clean minerality and rosemary. Its light, refreshing and definetly cleanses the palate alongside paired Swiss cheese fondue.

Fondue is such a fun convivial and communal meal - we chat, we dip and sip leisurely - accompaniments such as roasted vegetables, boiled potatoes, chunks of crusty bread, artichokes, apples and charcuterie.  It is the ultimate comfort food on a cold, winter snowstorm evening.