{"product_id":"chateau-bourgneuf-2012","title":"Château Bourgneuf 2012","description":"\u003cp\u003eYou must be 18 or over to purchase and receive this product.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"45\" data-end=\"71\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"45\" data-end=\"71\"\u003eChâteau Bourgneuf 2012\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"73\" data-end=\"314\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"73\" data-end=\"86\"\u003eProducer:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003eChâteau Bourgneuf\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e | \u003cstrong data-start=\"127\" data-end=\"143\"\u003eAppellation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pomerol, Bordeaux, France\u003cbr data-start=\"169\" data-end=\"172\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"172\" data-end=\"184\"\u003eVintage:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2012 | \u003cstrong data-start=\"192\" data-end=\"202\"\u003eBlend:\u003c\/strong\u003e Predominantly Merlot with Cabernet Franc\u003cbr data-start=\"243\" data-end=\"246\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"246\" data-end=\"266\"\u003eDrinking Window:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2019–2035+ | \u003cstrong data-start=\"280\" data-end=\"300\"\u003eAging Potential:\u003c\/strong\u003e 20–25 years\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"316\" data-end=\"319\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"fqpvuy\" data-start=\"321\" data-end=\"337\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"325\" data-end=\"337\"\u003eThe Wine\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"339\" data-end=\"639\"\u003eChâteau Bourgneuf is a historic Pomerol estate known for producing rich, structured wines from clay and gravel soils. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"339\" data-end=\"639\"\u003eThe 2012 Bourgneuf offers a more approachable and elegant expression compared to the powerful 2010, with refined fruit, softer tannins, and earlier drinkability while still retaining depth and ageing potential.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"853\" data-end=\"856\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1857nbr\" data-start=\"858\" data-end=\"879\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"862\" data-end=\"879\"\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"881\" data-end=\"1002\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"881\" data-end=\"890\"\u003eNose:\u003c\/strong\u003e Aromas of red and black cherry, plum, and cassis layered with hints of cocoa, earth, tobacco, and subtle spice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1004\" data-end=\"1176\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1004\" data-end=\"1015\"\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium to full-bodied with a supple texture and polished tannins. Ripe fruit is balanced by fresh acidity, with notes of mocha, leather, and mineral undertones.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1178\" data-end=\"1248\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1178\" data-end=\"1189\"\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Smooth and elegant, with lingering fruit and gentle spice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1250\" data-end=\"1253\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"j3lacs\" data-start=\"1255\" data-end=\"1279\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1259\" data-end=\"1279\"\u003eProducer Details\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1281\" data-end=\"1476\"\u003eChâteau Bourgneuf, owned by the Vayron (Votier) family, is one of Pomerol’s established estates. Its wines reflect the richness of Merlot grown on clay soils, combined with structure and finesse.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1478\" data-end=\"1481\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"13z8f5d\" data-start=\"1483\" data-end=\"1503\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1487\" data-end=\"1503\"\u003eWine Details\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1505\" data-end=\"1748\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1505\" data-end=\"1522\"\u003eVinification:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fermented in temperature-controlled vats; aged approximately 14–16 months in French oak (portion new)\u003cbr data-start=\"1624\" data-end=\"1627\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1627\" data-end=\"1647\"\u003eAlcohol Content:\u003c\/strong\u003e ~13.5–14% ABV\u003cbr data-start=\"1661\" data-end=\"1664\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1664\" data-end=\"1678\"\u003eCellaring:\u003c\/strong\u003e Drinking well now; will continue to evolve gracefully through 2035+\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1750\" data-end=\"1753\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1ti1y5t\" data-start=\"1755\" data-end=\"1787\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1759\" data-end=\"1787\"\u003eFood Pairing Suggestions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1789\" data-end=\"1906\"\u003eIdeal with:\u003cbr data-start=\"1800\" data-end=\"1803\"\u003e– Roast lamb\u003cbr data-start=\"1815\" data-end=\"1818\"\u003e– Duck breast\u003cbr data-start=\"1831\" data-end=\"1834\"\u003e– Veal dishes\u003cbr data-start=\"1847\" data-end=\"1850\"\u003e– Mushroom-based recipes\u003cbr data-start=\"1874\" data-end=\"1877\"\u003e– Soft to semi-hard cheeses\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sanderson Wine Consultancy","offers":[{"title":"750ml \/ 6","offer_id":53757853335885,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0847\/5846\/2797\/files\/DSC_0303.jpg?v=1777042574","url":"https:\/\/sandersonwineconsultancy.com\/products\/chateau-bourgneuf-2012","provider":"Sanderson Wine Consultancy","version":"1.0","type":"link"}