COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2020
GRAPE
Poulsard
PRODUCER
Fruitière Vinicole D’Arbois
REGION
Jura
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Light
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Medium
Intensity
Tannins
Low
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
The Fruitière Vinicole d'Arbois Poulsard 2020 is a red wine from the Arbois AOC in the Jura region of France, made from 100% Poulsard grapes. Fruitière Vinicole d'Arbois, established in 1906, is one of France's oldest wine cooperatives, formed by winemakers to preserve the region's viticulture. The Jura region's cool climate and specific soil types are crucial for cultivating the Poulsard grape, which is known for producing wines with a pale color and light body. The 2020 vintage experienced drought conditions in Jura.
ALCOHOL
12.5%
AVG. PRICE
€12
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
12-15°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Poulsard is also known as Ploussard.
Fact 02
Arbois was the first French AOC for wine, established in 1936.
Fact 03
The cooperative was formed to combat the phylloxera crisis.
Fact 04
The wine's pale color is typical of the Poulsard grape.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The Fruitière Vinicole d'Arbois Poulsard is produced using traditional winemaking techniques, often including maceration and fermentation. Long ferments are frequently utilized to enhance flavor extraction. The cooperative employs environmentally respectful viticulture practices such as mechanical soil management and the use of organic fertilizers.
