Château Bouscassé : Vieilles Vignes 2021

An alluringly complex and elegant Madiran red wine made from old vines

The estate

Château Bouscassé is a historic property that is owned by the Brumont family. Over the years, thanks to Alain Brumont's passion for this great South-Western terroir, it has become an emblematic reference of the Madiran appellation.

Château Bouscassé watches over a 50-hectare vineyard, planted on a mosaic of micro-terroirs that give the wines a rare precision and aromatic richness.

The wines of Château Bouscassé, which are produced from a vineyard that is managed with the utmost respect for the environment, are renowned for their power, their harmonious expression and their great ageing potential.

The vineyard

A benchmark among Madiran wines, this Chateau Bouscassé Vieilles Vignes 2021 is made from micro-parcels of 50 to 100-year-old vines that are planted on clay-limestone soils.

Vinification and ageing

Maceration for 3 to 6 weeks. Fermentation at 28°C. Malolactic fermentation in new barrels. Aged for 14 to 16 months on lees in 100% new barrels.

The blend

Tannat (100%).

Château Bouscassé Vieilles Vignes 2021: Characteristics and tasting tips

The tasting

This South-Western wine reveals subtle fruity aromas (forest fruits) with delicate notes of cigar and mocha.

Food and wine pairing

Château Bouscassé Vieilles Vignes 2021 will pair with duck breast, a rib of beef, game, lamb or even chocolate and red fruit desserts.