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A rare but valuable delicately-hued red variety of the Jura, Poulsard wines are often used for still rosé, Crémant du Jura Rosé and for the semi-sweet sparkling cru Cerdon of Bugey. Poulsard also adds finesse to blends with Trousseau and Pinot Noir.

Tasting Notes for Poulsard

Poulsard is a dry red wine known for its zippy, tangy notes of wild strawberry, cranberry, red currant, hibiscus and spice accented by a light earthiness.

Perfect Food Pairings for Poulsard

Poulsard pairs well with comté or any aged mild cow cheese, Morel mushrooms in white sauce, Cajun gumbo, fondue and roast turkey.

Sommelier Secrets for Poulsard

Poulsard works well as a little color boost to the vin de paille of Jura, a sweet white wine style made by drying grapes on straw mats.