Trousseau is a distinctive, lighter-bodied red grape best known from France’s Jura region, where it produces pale to mid-coloured wines with vibrant acidity, fine tannins and an unexpectedly intense profile. Although delicate in appearance, Trousseau often carries generous natural alcohol and a quietly savoury edge that gives it depth and character.
In the glass, Trousseau typically shows red cherry, wild berry and subtle spice with earthy, forest-floor notes, sitting stylistically between Pinot Noir and more rustic European reds. Also known as Bastardo or Merenzao in parts of Portugal and Spain, it is increasingly appreciated for its freshness, individuality and sense of place.
