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Château Bourgneuf 2015
Château Bourgneuf 2015
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Château Bourgneuf 2015
Producer: Château Bourgneuf | Appellation: Pomerol, Bordeaux, France
Vintage: 2015 | Classification: Unclassified (as per Pomerol tradition)
Blend: 90% Merlot, 10% Cabernet Franc
Drinking Window: 2022–2040 | Aging Potential: 20+ years
The Wine
The 2015 Château Bourgneuf is a classic example of Pomerol, offering richness, balance, and power. Situated on the high plateau of Pomerol, adjacent to Trotanoy, Bourgneuf benefits from prime clay and gravel soils that lend both depth and structure to its wines.
Tasting Notes
Nose: Aromas of ripe red cherry, plum and cedar.
Palate: Medium to full-bodied with supple tannins and a velvety texture. Rich dark fruit—especially black raspberry and cherry—mingles with notes of cedar and graphite.
Finish: Polished and persistent, with complexity and length.
Producer Details
Owned by the Vayron family since 1840, Château Bourgneuf is a discreet estate with a devoted following among right bank enthusiasts. The château practices sustainable viticulture and traditional winemaking, emphasizing purity of fruit and expression of site.
Its proximity to some of Pomerol’s most prestigious names underscores the quality potential seen in recent vintages like 2015.
Wine Details
Vinification: Fermented in concrete vats; aged 12–14 months in French oak barrels (approximately 30% new)
Alcohol Content: ~14% ABV
Cellaring: Accessible from 2022; best enjoyed 2024–2040
Food Pairing Suggestions
Excellent with roast duck, mushroom risotto, veal chops, or truffle-infused pasta.
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