Trousseau Fonteneille Cellier Saint Benoit Jura, 2023

Trousseau is one of Jura’s signature red grapes, and in the right hands it delivers a distinctly fresh, spicy, and characterful wine with real regional identity. This 2023 bottling from Cellier Saint Benoît offers an authentic taste of the Jura, where small-scale production and cool-climate viticulture have long shaped wines of finesse rather than power.

Tasting Notes
In the glass, expect a bright, translucent ruby colour typical of Trousseau, often with a lively sheen that hints at its freshness. The nose usually leans toward red berries, wild cherry, dried herbs, white pepper, and a subtle earthy nuance, with a delicate floral lift that adds charm. On the palate, Trousseau tends to be supple yet energetic, with crunchy red fruit, gentle spice, and a fine, lightly rustic edge that makes it so compelling. It is typically medium-bodied with refreshing acidity and moderate tannins, making it enjoyable young, though the best examples can develop additional earthy, savoury complexity over a few years in bottle.

Production
Jura’s cool continental climate and varied limestone-rich soils are well suited to Trousseau, a grape that benefits from good sun exposure while retaining freshness and aromatic lift. Grapes are generally harvested by hand to preserve fruit quality, and vinification is often kept relatively gentle, with careful extraction to maintain the grape’s natural delicacy and bright varietal character.

Food & Serving
This is a versatile food wine that works beautifully with roast chicken, duck breast, mushroom dishes, charcuterie, and mild cheeses from the Jura. Serve slightly cool, ideally around 14–16°C, and consider a short decant if you want to open up the aromas, especially in its youth.

Producer
Cellier Saint Benoît is a Jura producer associated with the region’s traditional wine style and its emphasis on native varieties and terroir expression. By working with grapes like Trousseau, the estate contributes to preserving one of France’s most distinctive and historic wine regions, known for its small production and strong sense of place.

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