2017 Bouscaut Blanc
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Pale yellow with green hints, touches of grilled oak on the nose, lovely balance of rich citrus and white peach with flicks of grilled almond and brioche. Good persistency and mouthwatering crushed stones. 40% new oak with lees stirring. Frost year, meaning they lost 40% of their normal yield. Harvest August 23 to September 13. 40% new oak with lees stirring.
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James Suckling
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The Bouscaut 2017 Blanc opens with a waft of SO2 over aromas of waxed lemons, warm apples and allspice with beeswax and crushed rocks. The medium-bodied palate is mouthfilling with a lovely texture and refreshing finish.
The 2017 Bouscaut Blanc has an attractive bouquet with scents of wild honey, acacia and light waxy aromas, developing a hint of peach skin with aeration. The palate is well balanced with a touch of sour lemon on the entry, a fine bead of acidity and a malic, slightly peppery finish. Fine. Drink over the next 6 to 7 years.
About the producer
Under the Lurton family, this property has seen extensive work in the vineyard and winery, and an associated uptick in quality. The vines stretch across 42 hectares, with Merlot dominating plantings for the reds.