Lucian Aviet (Caveau de Bacchus) Trousseau Cuvee Des Geologues Ruzard 2021 Old Rioja this whole-cluster fermented wine showcases

this whole-cluster fermented wine showcases Eric Texier's commitment to remarkable old-vine fruit from obscure terroirs

medium bodied Cornas that has more silky red fruit than inky purple but still a nice hint of smoked meat in the background

and wet stone build a ripe yet generous foundation—approachable now

and 2023's slow

Lucian Aviet (Caveau de Bacchus) Trousseau Cuvee Des Geologues Ruzard 2021 Old Rioja this whole-cluster fermented wine showcasesRuzard is another of the named parcel Trousseaux in Caveau de Bacchus's Cuvee des Geologues range, made by the Aviet family in Montigny les Arsures. Trousseau is the Jura's most expressive red grape, and the Aviets are among its old guard champions, working in a traditional, hands off style. This 2021 shows the parcel's particular character: bright red fruit, a wild and earthy savory streak, and a peppery, fine tannined finish. Pale in the glass but