Château Lamothe Bouscaut, Pessac-Leognan Rouge 2015

About the producer

Château Lamothe-Bouscaut is a beautiful and ancient property of Pessac-Léognan located in Cadaujac. The property was purchased in 1999 by Sophie Lurton and Laurent Cogombles, the owners of neighbouring Château Bouscaut. The vineyard area is 9 hectares planted with 60% Cabernet Sauvignon and 40% Merlot.

Wine growing / wine making

Gravel and sandy-clay soils on a limestone base. Average vine age of 35 years producing a yield of 40hl/ha. Vinification in thermo-regulated stainless steel tanks followed by traditional maturation in French oak barrels of which one third are new.

Tasting notes

Dark garnet colour. On the nose there is black fruit, plum and liquorice. On the palate the wine has rich, succulent fruit with toasty flavours and a spicy touch. The finish is long with velvety tannins.

Food pairing

Quail with figs, lamb with prunes and almonds, vintage Comté cheese, potatoes baked with cream & truffles

Technical details

Varieties:
50% Merlot
48% Cabernet
2% Malbec
Closure: Cork
ABV: 13.5%
Colour: Red
Style: Still
Case size: 6 bottles
Oak Ageing: 12 months French Oak (1/3 new)