Château Bouscaut Pessac-Léognan rouge 2018 - Grand Cru Classé
93/100
James Suckling
93/100
Decanter
93/100
Wine Enthusiast
92/100
Yves Beck
92/100
The Wine Cellar Insider - Jeff Leve
17/20
Bettane & Desseauve
"Lots of potential!"
“It has confidence and a subtle yet distinct tannic presence. It handles its alcohol well, with lovely dark spices on the mid-palate, which allows it to maintain an uplifting structure. It’s clear that the Malbec plays a role in this quiet power. Blackcurrant and blackberry fruit, evolving toward juicy blueberry as the palate opens up . It stood out as an en primeur and has continued to impress.” (Decanter 2020) - Delivery in a wooden case is available for orders of 6 bottles of this wine (depending on country and selected shipping method)
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Eye
Intense, brilliant garnet color
Nose
Rich and refined, with notes of black cherry, tapenade, and cloves; beautiful complexity
Palate
A smooth attack, great finesse and elegance, well-integrated tannins, intense aromas of black fruit, enhanced by spicy notes, and a beautiful finish
Serve
At 17-18°C
Open
1 hour before
Drink starting at
2025
Drink before
2035
Guard
2040
Food and Wine Pairings
Enjoy it with baked Camembert, beef tournedos with baby potatoes, or truffled Brie...
Bettane & Desseauve
Wine rated 17/20 (Benchmark wine)
About the wine:
A very complex nose that is, paradoxically, very fresh, with pronounced floral notes; on the palate, it is full of charm and flavor, with a tight structure, highly elegant tannins, and plenty of freshness. It shows great potential.
Decanter
Wine rated (2020 guide) 93/100
About the wine:
It has confidence and a subtle yet distinct tannic presence. It handles its alcohol well, with lovely dark spices on the mid-palate, which allows it to maintain an uplifting structure. It’s clear that the Malbec plays a role in this quiet power. Blackcurrant and blackberry fruit, evolving toward juicy blueberry as the palate opens up. It stood out as a young wine and has continued to impress. 2024–2040
RVF - La Revue du Vin de France / Guide des Meilleurs Vins de France
Rated estate (2014 guide) 1*Star (Up-and-coming stars or high-quality winemakers producing wines of a good standard—you won’t be disappointed when you taste the wines from these estates)
About the estate:
“Bouscaut now captivates us with the authenticity of its wines. Significant progress has been made by Sophie and Laurent Cogombles, who have poured their hearts, time, and energy into revitalizing the viticulture and winemaking at this Graves cru classé. The uniqueness of this terroir is perfectly reflected in the most recent vintages: the white wines, which were previously made from an equal blend of grape varieties, have seen an increase in the proportion of Sauvignon Blanc in the blend from 50% to 60% since 2011 (53% in 2012). They possess charm and depth, while the reds—dominated by Merlot with a touch of Malbec in certain vintages—have gained significantly in body and texture.”
Wine Enthusiast
Wine rated (2021 guide) 93/100
About the wine:
While the oak aging is quite pronounced at this stage, this wine has a bright future thanks to its dense black fruit, which brings richness, balance, and acidity. The wine will develop slowly, so wait until 2025.
James Suckling
Wine rated (2021 guide) 93/100
About the wine:
Aroma of black fruit, black olives, dried leaves, cloves, and tobacco. Hints of tar and graphite as well. It is medium-bodied to full-bodied with firm, powdery tannins. Concentrated, with fresh acidity and a chalky, mineral finish. Try it starting in 2024.
Yves Beck
Wine rated (2020 guide) 92/100
About the wine:
Medium garnet red. The bouquet is elegant, with good intensity and fairly well-balanced. While the aging is certainly noticeable, the fruit intensity is so pleasant that the wine comes across as harmonious overall. On the palate, the wine is delicious, almost smooth, with perfectly integrated tannins. A Bouscaut that’s already appealing thanks to its freshness. 2025–2036
The Wine Cellar Insider - Jeff Leve
Wine rated (2021 guide) 92/100
About the wine:
A sweet, refined, medium-bodied, elegant wine with a distinct character, silky tannins, and a spicy palate bursting with black cherries. Give it 4 to 5 years to develop additional complexity before uncorking it. This wine shows much more depth in the bottle than it did in the barrel.
Customer Rating
4/5
based on 1 review
Review and comment by Mr. GEORGES S. Published on March 17, 2024
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