2013 Cotes du Jura Cuvée de l'Enfant Terrible

The 2013 Côtes du Jura Poulsard Cuvée de l'Enfant Terrible is the lightest-colored of the reds, a translucent ruby with even an orange tint (tawny). The nose is pure blood orange and dried roses, with an herbal-balsamic edge (pine needles) and an animal hint. The palate is very light, ethereal and quite acidic with some fine tannins towards the end, as well as a clear volatile twist that lifts the wine up -- an acquired taste. This is from the school that looks for the fruit; it is a light and refreshing red, almost a Rosé.