Overview
Château Bouscassé, perched in the rolling hills of the Sud-Ouest, has crafted an expressive 2017 Pinot Noir that marries Old World finesse with the varietal’s bright, fruit-driven character. Sourced from low-yield, sustainably farmed vines, this cuvée epitomizes the terroir’s limestone and clay soils, lending minerality and structure.
Tasting Notes
Appearance
Brilliant ruby red with subtle garnet reflections.
Aroma
Perfumed notes of wild cherry, red currant and raspberry meld with forest floor, rose petal and a whisper of cinnamon spice.
Palate
Medium-bodied and elegantly textured, with fine-grained tannins and bright acidity framing flavors of pomegranate, red plum and a touch of truffle. The finish is persistent, echoing red berries and a hint of minerality.
Winemaking
Hand-harvested grapes undergo a gentle destemming and cold maceration before fermentation in stainless steel tanks. Native yeasts drive a slow, cool ferment to preserve aromatic intensity. Malolactic conversion takes place in tank, followed by 6 months of aging in French oak barrels (20% new) to integrate structure and roundness.
Food Pairing
- Duck breast with cherry gastrique
- Coq au vin
- Mushroom and truffle risotto
- Soft cheeses like Brie or Époisses