Domaine Rolet, Arbois Rouge 'Tradition' 2023
The Wine
- 44% Pinot Noir, 36% Trousseau, 20% Poulsard
- From vines in the communes of Arbois and Montigny-les-Asures
- 280-380m altitude
- Grown on red marl and gravel
- De-stemmed
- Indigenous yeast
- Aged in older foudre
Arbois Rouge Tradition lives up to its name—a classic Jura blend that brings together the region's hallmark red grapes. The wine’s light hue belies its depth of character. Expect bright red fruit notes, like tart cherry and wild strawberry, complemented by hints of dried herbs, forest floor, and mild spice. Fans of Loire reds, Cru Beaujolais, or lighter, earthy natural wines will appreciate Rolet’s Tradition for its timeless Jura charm in an elegant package.
In conversion to organics.
The Details
Variety -Pinot Noir, Trousseau, Poulsard
Country - France
Region - Arbois, Jura
Extra - Cork
Year - 2023
Volume - 750ml
About the Wine Maker 
I would have thought 1942 would’ve been an interesting time to start a winemaking venture in Jura…but for Monsieur Desiré Rolet the timing was perfect! The vinous journey he started has morphed into an an institution. In 1958 his four children joined the Domaine, subsequently expanding their holdings through the purchase of old vineyards across Arbois and Cotes du Jura. Rolet grow Chardonnay, Savagnin, Poulsard, Trousseau and Pinot Noir.
The Domaine follows an organic path and uses ploughing extensively. Soils are quite varied and complex. The Domaine matches plantings to soils types - here the Trousseau is from the plot "en Levrin" that’s located north of Montigny-les-Arsures. Here the vines grow in the gray marl soils of the Lias (marine limestones, shales, marls and clays). In 2018 Cedric Ducote took over the reins and has since doubled down on their organic pursuits.
This is a great source of wine that faithfully represents the terroir and ethos of the Jura!
