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Château Bouscassé - Argile Rouge 2004

Château Bouscassé - Argile Rouge 2004

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4/5 (2 customers)

Note: RVF 14.5/20
This terroir, composed of red clay (very rare in Madiran), produces a refined, supple, elegant, and well-integrated wine with subtle tannins and a distinct flavor of red fruit compote. A charming cuvée that is an absolute must-have!

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Estate

Château Bouscassé

Vintage

Argile Rouge

Vintage

2004

Designation

Madiran

Region

Southwest

Grape varieties

Tannat, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet franc, Fer Servadou

Regions

Red clay subsoil

Viticulture

Integrated pest management, natural compost (sheep and cow manure), selection of buds and clusters, thinning to 4 to 5 clusters per vine, and leaf removal

Grape Harvest

manual

Winemaking

fermentation at 28°C in a wooden vat

Livestock farming

Aged in barrels (30% new and 70% one- and two-year-old) on the lees for 12 to 14 months

Alcohol content

14%

Eye

purple dress

Nose

with notes of blood orange, candied and caramelized red berries

Palate

Good balance and smooth tannins

Serve

in a carafe at 11–12°C

Open

1 hour ago

Drink from

2012

Drink before

2024

Production

Approximately 30,000 bottles

Food and wine pairings

Food and wine pairings

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4/5

based on 2 reviews

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Review by Mr. JEAN LUC A. Posted on 11/20/2012

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