Château Bouscaut Blanc – Pessac-Léognan – White – 2016:

 

Château Bouscaut Blanc: A Grand Cru Classé of Distinction from Pessac-Léognan

As a certified Grand Cru Classé de Graves, Château Bouscaut Blanc represents the pinnacle of dry white Bordeaux. The estate’s exceptional terroir, characterised by gravel and clay-limestone soils, provides the perfect foundation for the meticulous cultivation of Sauvignon Blanc and Sémillon, including a core of rare, century-old Sémillon vines. The wine is fermented and aged in French oak barrels, lending it a polished structure and a capacity for extended cellaring.

Tasting Notes & Palate

Showing a pale straw colour with green tints, the bouquet is immediately complex. Expect an intense aromatic profile of white fruit (pear, white peach) layered with zesty citrus (lime, pink grapefruit) and elegant exotic hints. The subtle new oak imparts a delicate toastiness, almond, and creamy texture. The palate is generously full and seamless, yet the wine’s defining feature is the vibrant Pessac-Léognan acidity that provides lift and focus. This superb balance ensures a long, savoury, and mineral finish that lingers beautifully.

Food Matching & Cellaring

• **Serving Temperature:** 10-12°C.
• **Cellaring:** Excellent potential, rewarding patience over 5 to 15 years.

Decant young vintages for one hour to fully appreciate their aromatic complexity.

Pessac-Léognan 2016
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