When I started trying to sell wines from eastern France's Jura region back in the ‘90s, it was a real uphill battle trying to convince people they should try these unique wines from a region they had never heard of. Now every sommelier and wine steward across the country proudly touts their selection of wines from the Jura. Trousseau is the Jura’s “full-bodied” red wine, but is closer to Pinot Noir in body, if not aromas and flavors. The nose in this textbook Trousseau releases scents of damp forest, morel mushrooms, blueberries and a hint of brett that works well with the other aromas. The palate offers pristine dark fruit, earth and mineral notes framed by suave tannins and balancing acidity. Reminds me of a Jacques Puffeney Trousseau.
