Château Bouscassé : Vieilles Vignes 2021
Stock currently at the producing estate – Will ship after 8 September 2024
DeliveryFree standard delivery from £ 250 purchase
Guaranteed provenanceWines sourced directly from the producing estates
Description
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.
