Château Bourdieu - Blaye Côtes de Bordeaux N°1 2019
95/100
Decanter
90-91/100
James Suckling
90-92/100
Vinous
"Wealth and Generosity"
“A velvety, juicy red with intense yet polished tannins and a savory character of ripe fruit with notes of dried citrus. The tension lends it a certain energy.” (James Suckling, 2020). A Bordeaux “ Gem ” offering excellent value for the price that will surely earn a special place in your wine cellar.
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Eye
A deep garnet color with intense highlights
Nose
Expressive and complex, with notes of ripe dark fruits (blackcurrant, blueberry, blackberry) and fresh red fruits (strawberry, red currant), enhanced by toasted and vanilla notes
Palate
Rich, well-structured, full-bodied, and expansive thanks to its round, silky tannins
Serve
At 18°C
Drink before
2025
Guard
4–5 years
Food and Wine Pairings
Pairs well with roasted red meats or red meats in sauce, as well as bold cheeses
Bettane & Desseauve
Rated Estate (2022 Guide) Selected (An estate or winery that impressed us with one or more of its wines, though we are unable to offer a general assessment of the style of its entire lineup)
Decanter
Wine rated 95/100
Vinous
Wine rated 90–92/100
Rated winery (2022 guide) Recommended
James Suckling
Wine rated (2020 guide) 90-91/100
Rated winery (2022 guide) Recommended
About the wine:
A velvety, juicy red with intense yet polished tannins and a savory character of ripe fruit with notes of dried citrus. The structure lends it a certain energy.
Customer Rating
3.7/5
based on 81 reviews
Review by Mr. PHILIPPE S. Published on 11/23/2024
Disappointing; the alcohol is very noticeable; not really balanced
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Review by Mr. CHARLES ERIC D. Published on August 20, 2023
A good everyday Bordeaux for when you don't know what to open, but one that's sure to please
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Review and comment by Mr. YVES D. Posted on July 2, 2023
Excellent value for the price
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Review and comment by Mr. STEPHANE R. Published on April 18, 2023
95 Decanter... let's not get carried away. A wine that costs €9.50. The quality is what you'd expect.
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Review by Mr. PATRICE B. Published on July 28, 2022
Unbeatable value for the price. A really nice surprise, to be honest.
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Review by Ms. VIRGINIE B. Published on February 24, 2022
Aroma of dark fruits, but too strong for my taste—it lacks subtlety.
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Review by Mr. FREDERIC B. Published on September 13, 2026
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Review and rating by Mr. MICHEL D. Posted on September 12, 2026
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Review by Mr. JEAN O. Published on August 17, 2026
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Review and comment by Ms. THERESE P. Posted on August 5, 2026
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