Château Bouscassé - Les Jardins Philosophiques 2018
92/100
RVF
91/100
James Suckling
“Reflections of the Gascon Meadows”
“The proximity of the Pyrenees is beneficial for the wines’ acidity, and the very low pH levels allow the grapes to reach full ripeness, giving the 2018 Jardins de Bouscassé the stature of a great, rich, and full-bodied white wine, balanced by its bitter notes.” (The RVF Guide 2024).
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Eye
Beautiful light yellow dress
Nose
Delicacy, freshness, liveliness, a bouquet of meadow flowers
Palate
Creamy and aromatic, with a fresh, crisp character, lovely minerality, and notes of exotic fruits
Serve
At 10-12°C
Open
1/4 hour before serving
Drink before
2028
Food and Wine Pairings
It pairs well with any meal and is perfect with seafood, shellfish, fish, foie gras, risotto, and appetizers...
RVF - La Revue du Vin de France / Guide des Meilleurs Vins de France
Wine rated (2024 guide) 92/100
Rated Estate (2027 Guide) 2*Stars (These exceptional estates, often boasting fabulous terroirs, are must-haves that—thanks to the consistency and excellence of their wines—belong in the cellars of discerning wine lovers)
About the wine:
The proximity of the Pyrenees has a beneficial effect on the wines’ acidity, and the very low pH levels allow the grapes to reach full ripeness, giving the 2018 Jardins de Bouscassé the stature of a rich, full-bodied white wine, balanced by its bitter notes.
About the estate:
Alain Brumont has helped the Madiran appellation flourish alongside his two estates, Montus and Bouscassé. Primarily planted on one of the vineyard’s ridgelines—the Maumusson hill—Château Bouscassé spans 50 hectares spread across all four cardinal directions. Antoine Veiry, Alain Brumont’s son-in-law, is taking over from the charismatic winemaker and making these clay-rich terroirs his own, leaving his mark starting with the 2018 vintage. While the wines are still designed for aging, their profile is changing significantly, following the same upward trajectory as Montus. The quality and consistency of the range presented justify the awarding of a second star this year.
Wine Enthusiast
Estate rated "Recommended" (Wine producer recommended by Wine Enthusiast)
James Suckling
Wine rated (2024 guide) 91/100
Rated "Recommended"
About the wine:
Lively and subtle, with notes of sliced green apples, quince zest, dried herbs, minerals, and flowers. Medium-bodied, with lively acidity. Lively and precise, with a refreshing mineral finish and a hint of spice. Petit Courbu and Petit Manseng. Made from 45-year-old vines. Ready to drink now.
Customer Rating
4.5/5
based on 2 reviews
Review and rating by Mr. ADAN M. Published on May 9, 2026
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