Château Petit Bocq 2014 - Cru Bourgeois (Magnum)
15,5/20
RVF
14,5/20
Bettane & Desseauve
Cité
Hachette
“Very dense and well-structured, with some woodiness that still clings to it a bit but will be absorbed by the wine over time, the 2014 is a solid long-distance runner.” (Le Guide des Meilleurs Vins de France 2017 - RVF) At this price, this cru bourgeois is THE real bargain in Saint-Estèphe!
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Eye
Black and Purple Dress
Nose
Rich and full-bodied, it exudes lovely woody aromas and notes of cocoa
Palate
A rich, full-bodied texture balanced by freshness, with pronounced acidity; the smoothness of the dark chocolate reflects the well-balanced integration of woody notes
Serve
At 16-17°C
Open
1 hour ago
Drink from
2018
Drink before
2027
Food and wine pairings
Enjoy it with a hare stew, game birds, red meats, cheeses...
Bettane & Desseauve
Wine rated 14.5/20 (Good wine)
Rated estate (2020 guide): 2 stars (A solid, recommendable wine, though slightly more consistent and uniform than the previous vintage)
About the wine:
Powerful aromas of black fruit, licorice, and violet; fairly pronounced oak; a generous and very warm palate with firm tannins that will need to soften; good length and potential.
About the estate:
This unassuming 14-hectare estate, located in the immediate vicinity of Haut-Marbuzet on the same plateau, offers a fine representation of the Saint-Estèphe terroirs. However, the high proportion of Merlot in the blends gives the wine a deliberately charming and flattering style.
Decanter
Rated estate (2021 guide) Recommended
Guide Hachette des vins
Wine rated (2018 guide) Mentioned (Successful wine)
About the wine:
Although still dominated by oak, this wine is nonetheless intriguing, with an expressive bouquet featuring vanilla and roasted (mocha) notes from its aging, which give way to hints of tart fruit. On the palate, a lively tannic structure and a finish of wild berries and spices suggest good aging potential.
RVF - La Revue du Vin de France / Guide des Meilleurs Vins de France
Wine rated (2017 guide) 15,5/20 (Good wine)
About the wine:
Very dense and well-structured, with a hint of oak that still lingers but will eventually be absorbed by the wine itself, the 2014 is a solid long-distance runner.
Jancis Robinson
Rated: Recommended
James Suckling
Rated estate (2021 guide) Recommended
Andreas Larsson
Rated property Recommended
Customer rating
4/5
based on 1 review
Review by Mr. FRANCIS F. Published on January 4, 2019
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