At a glance

Producer

Domaine Bornard

Region

Jura, France

Grape variety

Trousseau

Wine type

Red

Body

Medium-bodied and Earthy

Sweetness

Dry

Typical price

$30-$40

Tasting profile

Fresh red berries, light spice, earth and mushroom notes, lightly rustic with moderate tannins.

Evolution: Over 3-5 years, develops more complexity with forest floor, leather, and savory characteristics.

At peak: Balanced integration of fruit and tertiary aromas, silky tannins, and expressive earthiness.

Structure

Acidity

Medium-High

Tannins

Medium

Alcohol

Approx. 12.5%

Aging potential

Good aging potential up to 10-12 years typical for quality Jura Trousseau

Drinking window

Peak drinking

2025 to 2029

Optimal window

2022 to 2030

Current status

Approaching maturity with good drinking now

Current condition

Drinkable now with evolving complexity; tannins are softening

Trousseau from Jura typically benefits from moderate aging due to its moderate tannins and high acidity, evolving tertiary notes that harmonize fruit and earth character. The 2018 vintage is fresh but can soften and gain complexity over the next 5-7 years.

Food pairing

Pairs excellently with game birds, mushroom dishes, charcuterie, smoked meats, and aged cheeses.

Serving

Serving temperature

15-17°C / 59-63°F

Decant

Yes (30-60 minutes) — To soften tannins and open up aromatic complexity.

Sustainability

Sustainability score: 7/10

Minimal intervention in vineyard, limited chemical use, manual harvesting, native yeast fermentation

Domaine Bornard is a small estate focusing on Jura terroir expression with sustainable farming practices, reducing chemical inputs and supporting biodiversity. While not fully certified organic or biodynamic, the practices are aligned with environmental stewardship. Their local distribution limits transportation emissions, though international exports add to carbon footprint. Packaging is standard; no heavy bottles used.