Mr Gladstone specially quoted him in support of the Light Wines Bill (1860).
It has an extensive trade in the wines of the district.
Its trade is in the wines of Alsace, brandy and cereals.
The characteristic flavour and odour of wines and spirits is dependent on the proportion of higher alcohols, aldehydes and esters which may be produced.
Arbois is well known for its red and white wines, and has saw-mills, tanneries and market gardens, and manufactures paper, oil and casks.