Lucian Aviet (Caveau de Bacchus) Trousseau Cuvee Des Geologues 2018 REDBURGUNDYROUNDUP and on many occasions the

and on many occasions the sandstone is clearly visible

and a bit more clay in the soil lends richness without dulling the salinity

and decidedly un-Californian in a good way: it's the kind of Pinot that asks for a second pour rather than announcing itself across the room

just a long

Lucian Aviet (Caveau de Bacchus) Trousseau Cuvee Des Geologues 2018 REDBURGUNDYROUNDUP and on many occasions theTrousseau is the Jura's deep red specialty, and Caveau de Bacchus, the Aviet family's old school estate in Montigny les Arsures, is one of its great champions. The Cuvee des Geologues earned its name from geologists who loved these rich, structured reds. Trousseau gives a pale to medium hue but plenty of personality: think red berries, a wild, earthy note and a peppery, savory grip. This 2018 has had time to settle and shows the cuvee's signature