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- Called Poulsard or Ploussard, it takes its name from its resemblance to the fruit of the blackthorn tree.
- Poulsard is originally from Franche Comté.
- Its leaves are small and pointed.
- It represents 14% of the ampelography of the Jura (300ha.)
- It is not very productive and delicate, and buds early.
- Pupillin is the capital of Poulsard.
- It does particularly well in our marl soils.
- It produces light, fruity red wines with pastel hues.
- It is found in AOP Arbois, Côtes Du Jura, L'Étoile (where it is vinified as a white wine), Crémant du Jura, Macvin du Jura and Bugey (for Cerdon).
