Poulsard
Fruitière Vinicole d’Arbois - Arbois
Red,Arbois
Poulsard 100%
history
The Fruitière Vinicole d’Arbois was one of the very first cooperative wineries to be established in France. It was founded on 4 January 1906, at the instigation of 26 wine-growers from Arbois, in the wake of the phylloxera blight, when the aphid-like pest nearly wiped out French vines. The project was initiated for the purpose of resisting competition from inferior wines without designated origins. Determined to offer consumers the best of the wines of the Jura region, the cooperative chose to remunerate its vintners based on the quality of the grapes they supplied, by carrying out a strict selection. This collective approach of the pursuit of excellence contributed to Arbois wines being attributed the very first French AOC (Appellation d’Origine Contrôlée). The AOC Arbois was followed by the AOC Côtes du Jura.
Vineyard
Predominantly gray and blue marls, with some red marls. The vineyards are generally located on slopes of varying steepness, predominantly facing west/southwest. The altitude ranges between 250 and 400 meters. The vines are planted at a density of 11 to 16 plants per acre, pruned in the double Guyot style, and trellised. They are at least partially grass-covered. Gray marls and blue marls.
Winemaking
Total destemming followed by maceration in stainless steel tanks with temperature control at 77°F for several days, then devatting and completion of alcoholic fermentation. Aging: 10% in oak vats of 80 to 100 hectoliters for 8 months, the remainder in tanks.
Tasting notes
Eye: Bright ruby ​​color with coppery reflections. Nose: Expressive with notes of strawberry and raspberry. Palate: Crisp and smooth attack, finishing on red berries.
Food pairing
Ideal with salads, cold cuts, grilled dishes, fresh cheeses, and pizzas. Serve at 53.6-57.2°F.
Aging potential
Grape varieties
Poulsard 100%
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30900 Nîmes - FRANCE
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