2014 Domaine du Bouscat Les Portes de L'Am Bordeaux Supérieur Bordeaux France Wine Tasting Note
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When you take 50% Merlot, 25% Malbec and 25% Cabernet Franc from vines that are 36 years of age, low yields of only 19 hectoliters per hectare and micro vinify your wine, you can produce a wine that is dark in color, with layers of fat, sweet, ripe, juicy black fruits and lush textures. This hedonistic treat could get even better in bottle. OK, this is not a wine you marry. But it's a great one night stand! The wine reached 14.2% ABV. This wine is a Jeffrey Davies Selection Exclusive. 89-91 Pts 1,855 Views Tasted May 1, 2015 |
When to Drink Domaine du Bouscat, Anticipated Maturity, Decanting Time
Domaine du Bouscat is better with at least 2-5 years of aging in good vintages. Young vintages can be decanted for up to 1 hour or more, helping the wine soften to help develop the aromatic character.
Older vintages might need very little decanting, just enough to remove the sediment. Domaine du Bouscat offers its best drinking and should reach peak maturity between 2-12 years of age after the vintage.
Serving Domaine du Bouscat with Wine, Food, Pairing Tips
Domaine du Bouscat is best served at 15.5 degrees Celsius, 60 degrees Fahrenheit. The cool, almost cellar temperature gives the wine more freshness and lift. This allows the wine to soften and open its perfume. Older vintages might need very little decanting, just enough to remove the sediment.
Domaine du Bouscat is best paired with all types of classic meat dishes, veal, pork, beef, lamb, duck, game, roast chicken, roasted, braised, and grilled dishes. Domaine du Bouscat is also good when matched with Asian dishes, hearty fish courses like tuna, mushrooms, and pasta.
Domaine du Bouscat is one of the top Bordeaux value wines available, pairing quality, style, and a consumer, friendly price.