At a glance

Producer

Domaine Bornard

Region

Arbois, Jura, France

Grape variety

Ploussard (Poulsard)

Wine type

Red

Body

Light-bodied and Delicate

Sweetness

Dry

Typical price

$30-40

Tasting profile

Light ruby color, with red berry, light spice, slight earthiness, and floral notes

Evolution: Will gain complexity with secondary aromas of leather, mushroom, and forest floor after 2-4 years

At peak: Elegant, focused fruit with pronounced minerality and smooth tannins

Structure

Acidity

High, bright and fresh

Tannins

Light to medium, fine-grained

Alcohol

12.5-13%

Aging potential

8-12 years typical for quality Ploussard from Jurassian producers like Domaine Bornard

Drinking window

Peak drinking

2026 to 2030

Optimal window

2024 to 2032

Current status

Approaching suitable drinking window

Current condition

Fresh fruit aromas, structured tannins, needs some bottle aging to develop complexity

The youthful vibrancy and high acidity of the 2022 Ploussard in Pupillin suggest it benefits from a couple years of bottle age to soften tannins and develop terroir complexity while maintaining light-bodied freshness. Peak drinking starts around year 4 post-vintage with a good window of approximately 6 years based on producer quality and typical aging patterns in Jura.

Food pairing

Pairs excellently with regional Jura dishes such as coq au vin jaune, grilled salmon, mushroom risotto, charcuterie, and mild soft cheeses like Comté or Morbier.

Serving

Serving temperature

14-16°C / 57-61°F

Decant

Yes (30 minutes) — To allow light tannins to open and delicate aromas to reveal

Sustainability

Sustainability score: 7/10

Manual vineyard work, limited use of sulfur, natural yeasts in fermentation, minimal intervention

Domaine Bornard follows sustainable farming methods respectful to Jura's delicate ecosystem, minimizing chemical inputs and working biodynamically where possible. Small-scale production reduces environmental impact, and local sales help lower transportation emissions.