At a glance

Producer

Les Bottes Rouges

Region

Arbois, Jura, France

Grape variety

Trousseau

Wine type

Red

Body

Medium-bodied and Earthy

Sweetness

Dry

Typical price

$30-$45

Tasting profile

Fresh red fruit (cherry, raspberry), earthy notes, hints of forest floor and spice, subtle tannic grip.

Evolution: Will develop more pronounced tertiary notes - dried herbs, leather, forest floor, and spice complexity.

At peak: Well-integrated tannins, deeper minerality, and elegant bouquet with balanced acidity and freshness.

Structure

Acidity

Medium+ to high

Tannins

Medium, fine-grained

Alcohol

13.5%

Aging potential

10-15 years due to good natural acidity and moderate tannin structure characteristic of Jura Trousseau.

Drinking window

Peak drinking

2026 to 2030

Optimal window

2024 to 2034

Current status

Approaching maturity

Current condition

The wine is drinking well now but will develop greater complexity and depth over the next several years.

The Trousseau grape, with natural acidity and moderate tannins, allows extended aging especially when vinified with care as in Jura’s Arbois appellation. The vintage 2019 shows good structure supporting evolution over 10-15 years.

Food pairing

Pairs well with roasted poultry, game birds, mushroom-based dishes, charcuterie, and lightly spiced stews.

Serving

Serving temperature

16-18°C / 61-64°F

Decant

Yes (30-45 minutes) — To open up aromatic complexity and soften youthful tannins.

Sustainability

Sustainability score: 8/10

Hand-harvesting, minimal intervention winemaking, use of indigenous yeasts, sustainable farming with cover crops and soil health management

The producer follows certified organic viticulture in Jura, emphasizing natural practices and low environmental impact. Energy use is reduced by traditional cellar methods. Local sales minimize carbon emissions from transport, although international shipping will add some footprint.