Château Bouscassé Madiran 2019
Aromas of blackberries, mulberries, spices, and violets. Medium to full-bodied with a polished, fleshy texture, powdery tannins and a long, mineral finish.
The terroir in Château Bouscassé is also somewhat humorously known as the Pied de Côte de Saint Emilion (“The foot of the Saint Emilion Slope”),
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The vintage
Winery
Château BouscasséAppellation & Region
Madiran, Sud-OuestBlend
60% Tannat, 20% Cabernet Sauvignon, 20% Cabernet FrancSoil
Clay-limestoneAlcohol Content
14%Average age of vines
avg. 50 yearsVineyards & Vinification
Average 50-year-old vines grow on a 45-hectare vineyard with south orientation at 110 metres altitude.
Manual harvest. The grapes undergo fermentation at controlled temperatures (22°C–26°C) for 2 to 5 days, followed by extended maceration for up to 45 days. The wine is then aged first in barrels for 12 months, followed by 24 months in foudres, with 50% of the barrels being new. Bottled after 36 months of ageing and then rested for 2 years in the cellar before being released to the market.
