The Jura's delicate, pale red
Poulsard
A featherlight, translucent red of extraordinary delicacy — the Jura's most ethereal native grape.
The Grape
Poulsard (Ploussard) is a red grape of France's Jura, producing exceptionally pale, light-bodied reds with delicate red fruit, floral, and savoury notes and almost no tannin. Often translucent in the glass, it is among the lightest reds in France.
History & Origins
A long-standing Jura speciality, Poulsard's ethereal style has made it a darling of the natural-wine and sommelier worlds, championing its delicacy and transparency.
Flavour Profile
Pale, delicate, and ethereal.
Jura Poulsard
Redcurrant, strawberry, rose hip, earth, dried herbs
Very pale and light-bodied with virtually no tannin, offering delicate red fruit, floral notes, and a savoury, earthy freshness — lovely lightly chilled.
What to Pair It With
Poulsard's delicacy calls for lighter plates.
Charcuterie
Soft, savoury fruit flatters cured meats.
Roast Chicken
Light enough for simple poultry.
Soft Cheeses
Delicacy suits gentle, creamy cheeses.
Where the Best Comes From
Poulsard is a Jura speciality.
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