Vintage Black Juices

A unique creation by Alain Milliat

Originally unusual and inspired by cellar masters, this idea by Alain Milliat gave birth to an exceptional product revealing aromas previously unknown in the world of juice.

“Since 1997, for each species, I search for the ideal variety, the region or even the plot most comfortable for it and above all I trigger the harvest at optimal maturity to sincerely transcribe all the particularities of the fruit. Aging is a somewhat bizarre initiative. But it takes the aromatic profile towards a new complexity and a unique tasting experience. The passing of time is a friend.”

— Alain Milliat

Alain Milliat wanted to experiment by aging one Juice and two Nectars from his collection for five to seven years: the Morello Cherry Juice, the Wild Blueberry Nectar, and the Burgundy Blackcurrant Nectar. The carefully orchestrated maturation process gave the aromatic profiles the freedom to express their singularity, complexity, and depth. These characteristics allow each of these vintages to offer a completely new taste experience compared to their unmatured counterparts.

Morello Cherry Vintage 2019

The youngest of these Vintage Juices has a clear garnet color with copper highlights. On the nose, it is delicate and subtly spiced. It reveals notes of tonka bean. The palate is digestible and aromatic, remaining persistent and balanced on the finish.

Wild Blueberry Vintage 2017

This Nectar, with its deep garnet color and purple highlights, offers an expressive nose evoking a world of citrus fruits, such as yellow lemon. The palate is digestible and aromatic, with a slight tannic sensation that is revealed. The final notes are tangy, recalling the experience of the nose.

Burgundy Blackcurrant Vintage 2017

The matured Nectar Cassis Noir de Bourgogne has a clear, ruby color with garnet highlights. On the nose, it is very expressive and suggests a certain generosity. Aromas of spices such as white pepper are found.

The mouth is salivating and fresh, which offers aromatic length.

These three editions have been produced without any additions, sulfites or additives: simply the Juice or Nectar and the work of time passing.

The Jus Noirs Millésimés come in a gift box, ideal as a gift or for yourself: a true three-part experience, allowing you to discover three unique aromatic profiles.

They will be a wonderful accompaniment to end-of-year meals and can be easily served at the table to enhance the festivities.