2020 Lucien Aviet et Fils, Caveau de Bacchus, Arbois Trousseau, Cuvee des Geologues, Marne Rouge

The 2020 Lucien Aviet et Fils - Caveau de Bacchus Arbois Trousseau "Cuvée des Géologues, Marne Rouge" is a captivating expression of 100% Trousseau from the Jura, a region known for its unique red varieties. The 2020 vintage in Jura was notably sunny with a good balance of ripeness and acidity, allowing the Trousseau grapes to achieve excellent maturity. This single-plot cuvée originates from Arbois, specifically from vineyards in Montigny-lès-Arsures featuring distinctive iridescent red marl soils of Keuper, locally known as "Marne Rouge." Lucien Aviet et Fils, a multi-generational family estate, is celebrated for its traditionalist approach, employing sustainable farming, hand-harvesting, native yeast fermentation, and aging in oak to produce authentic wines that profoundly reflect their terroir. Named in honor of the geologists who helped select the ideal Trousseau sites, this wine embodies the Aviet family's dedication to crafting characterful and age-worthy red wines that showcase the distinctiveness of Arbois Trousseau from its unique marl soils.