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Château Bouscaut 2010

Château Bouscaut 2010

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Château Bouscaut 2010

Producer: Château Bouscaut | Appellation: Pessac-Léognan, Bordeaux, France
Vintage: 2010 | Classification: Grand Cru Classé de Graves
Blend: Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Malbec
Drinking Window: 2016–2040 | Aging Potential: 30+ years


The Wine

The 2010 Château Bouscaut is a standout vintage from this historic estate in Pessac-Léognan, combining depth, structure, and elegance in a wine built for the long haul. The 2010 growing season—celebrated for its balance of ripeness and acidity—has yielded a Bouscaut that is both powerful and refined, showcasing ripe fruit framed by firm yet polished tannins.


Tasting Notes

Nose: Notes of black plum, cassis, cedar, pencil shavings, and earthy spice.

Palate: Full-bodied and structured, featuring dense black fruit, tobacco and pencil shavings. Tannins are firm yet well-integrated, contributing to the wine’s serious aging potential.

Finish: Long and savoury, with lingering hints of smoke, dark cherry, and graphite, promising years of evolution.


Producer Details

Château Bouscaut, located just south of Bordeaux in Cadaujac, is a historic Grand Cru Classé de Graves estate producing both red and white wines. Since 1979, it has been owned and revitalized by the Lurton family, known for elevating the quality and precision of the wines while honouring the estate’s terroir-driven roots.


Wine Details

Vinification: Fermentation in stainless steel and concrete vats; aged 18 months in French oak barrels (approx. 50% new)
Alcohol Content: ~14% ABV
Cellaring: At peak or still evolving; enjoy now through 2040


Food Pairing Suggestions

Excellent with roast duck, grilled ribeye, mushroom ragout, or truffle-infused dishes.

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