La Loue (Catherine Hannoun) 2022 Le Rouge Trousseau blend

Le Rouge is 95% Trousseau with 5% local varietals, grown in clay and limestone-rich parcels in Arbois then fermented in tank and raised in neutral barrique with no added sulfur. On the palate there are flavors of vibrant, high-toned red fruit. Firm tannins buoyed by crunchy acidity provide a backbone to flavors of black raspberry, orange peel, white peppercorn and game on the palate. Delicious now but should be even better with a couple years in the cellar. -AB