Château Bourgneuf is a long-established family estate in the heart of Pomerol. Its vines, mostly Merlot with a share of Cabernet Franc, are rooted in gravelly clay and deep clay soils rich in iron, a combination that gives the wines depth, warmth and spice. Fermentation takes place in temperature-controlled concrete tanks, followed by many months of ageing in oak barrels, a proportion of them new. The bouquet reveals dark cherry, plum and blackberry with hints of cocoa, tobacco and dried herbs. On the palate Château Bourgneuf is full-bodied, dense and generous, with velvety tannins, well-judged freshness and a long, layered finish – a Pomerol of real character.
On a gentle slope of the Pomerol plateau in Pomerol, Château Bourgneuf (Famille Vayron) spreads over a single 9‑hectare holding, neighboring the famed Trotanoy sector. Its strength is a true soil mosaic: pure clay on the upper reaches, clay‑sand transitions mid‑slope, and notably gravelly sections lower down, each parcel contributing a different kind of density and line....
The Great Vertical Tasting: A wine through the mirror of time.
Anyone who compares wine across several vintages discovers its development in a particularly impressive way. A vertical tasting reveals how style, maturity, structure and aromas change over time – and helps to find the right vintage for personal taste or a special occasion.
The grape variety: Merlot
Merlot is a famous red grape known for plum, black cherry, soft tannins and a smooth, rounded palate. It is central to Bordeaux and widely planted worldwide.
Its approachable structure makes it excellent with roast meats, mushrooms, tomato pasta, burgers, lamb and mild cheeses.
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